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Tenerife: Dolphin and Whale Eco-Cruise with Snack & Drinks

1. Tenerife: Dolphin and Whale Eco-Cruise with Snack & Drinks

Set sail in the Atlantic on an unforgettable eco-friendly dolphin and whale watching boat day trip in Tenerife. Get all food and drinks included onboard, plus the chance to have a swim whilst at sea. Start your marine adventure by meeting your crew at the dock for a quick safety briefing. Then, set sail towards ideal dolphin and whale watching hotspots on a catamaran equipped with fuel-efficient technology designed to greatly reduce its carbon footprint. Time to get out your phone or camera while cruising the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary, part of Tenerife’s official Special Conservation Zone that protects vulnerable marine wildlife and habitats. Enjoy the views from the boat as you pass beaches such as Playa de las Américas and Playa de los Cristianos on the way. Even spot the famous Mount Teide from the water on clear days. Spot dolphins and whales in their natural habitat, safe in the knowledge that you are also simultaneously respecting it. Benefit from your crew’s expert commentary and underwater audio equipment to bring the sounds of the ocean onto your deck. Even enjoy some time to swim in the Atlantic waters before heading back to shore. On the 3-hour tour, you will be served drinks and a small sandwich. If you want even more time at sea, book the extended option that includes an onboard lunch with rice and chicken. Vegetarian options are also available. Gain 2 extra hours with the "extended" option to explore more parts of the coastline, including the impressive cliffs at Los Gigantes, and the exclusive bay at Masca Beach that once served as a pirate hideaway.

Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

2. Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Cruise with Food and Pickup

Go aboard on Maxicat Catamaran and enjoy an environmentally friendly cruise at the Tenerife South coast and the protected area, cataloged as LIC ( site of community importance), reaching a distance of 12 nautical miles. The land area located next to the LIC, is limited, in the north, by the Teno massif and Los Gigantes cliff (rural park), and at the south by Malpais Punta de Rasca (special nature reserve). This area cover 80km coast, between 5 different towns (Buenavista del Norte, Santiago del Teide, Guía de Isora, Adeje and Arona). Maxicat is based in Puerto Colon, where you will start to enjoy this relaxing tour with lunch and drinks (Tenerife local products) , previous safety talk by our staff. Throughout the trip you will be able to spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat and discover the impressive marine species, that live in Tenerife South coast. Mular dolphins, grey or common, calderones, whales are just some of the many species that can be seen; apart from the autochtonous and migratories birds that inhabit this area, as the Pardela Cenicienta or Pescadora eagle.Our staff on board will explain you the relevant aspects of the environment and its fauna. Ask them! After the sighting, we will be head towards the Diego Hernandez bay, where you can enjoy and relax in the sunbathing nets or cool off in the clear water, while you have a refreshing drink with a delicious paella. Bring your own snorkeling equipment and probably you might be lucky to find one of the turtles that roam the Canary water. After that, we will return to Puerto Colon, bordering the Costa Adeje coast where you can appreciate the stunning view and the Volcano Teide.

Tenerife: Scuba Dive for Beginners In Turtle Area

3. Tenerife: Scuba Dive for Beginners In Turtle Area

Begin your adventure into scuba diving with a beginner's dive in Costa Adeje. Have a great chance of seeing Tenerife's beautiful marine life as you dive at a site known for its turtle population. Learn the basics of scuba diving and then float along on a snorkeling safari. Start your journey to explore the underwater worlds of the oceans on a beginner's diving activity in Tenerife. Meet at the dive center in Costa Adeje and get a short information session with your instructor before your first dive. Dive to a depth of no more than 7 meters under the careful control and supervision of your PADI-qualified instructor. Experience what it feels like to breathe underwater and get closer to the sea life than you ever imagined possible. Then, go on a snorkeling safari in waters that have been voted some of the best in the world. See the diverse marine life of Tenerife as you explore a site populated by different fish and turtles. Look for whales and dolphins from the boat as you sail from one location to the next. Finally, ride the boat back to the meeting point.

Tenerife: Star Safari Stargazing Experience

4. Tenerife: Star Safari Stargazing Experience

Join a guided stargazing activity at one of the best locations in the world for professional and amateur astronomy. Taste an authentic Canarian meal at a restaurant on your way up the mountain. Stop to watch an outstanding sunset from above the sea of clouds. Learn all about telescopes for a night sky observation of visible planets, the moon, stars, galaxies, and more. Take a safari trek across the night sky with lasers using constellations. Get detailed explanations of the science and mythology from your expert astronomy guides. Look up and enjoy the sky as you have never seen it before. You can choose either to be picked up or to drive yourself. 

Costa Adeje: Tandem Paragliding Flight

5. Costa Adeje: Tandem Paragliding Flight

Have you always dreamed of caressing the clouds and flying like a bird? Experience the next best thing: paragliding over Tenerife. After some brief safety instructions, your instructor will give you a harness and helmet and explain the takeoff procedure. Then you'll take off from a height of 700 meters (about 2,300 feet), taking in the natural beauty of Tenerife while you fly with our expert pilots. You will receive instruction at all times, enabling you to enjoy a safe, wonderful experience. Be amazed by beautiful panoramic views of the southern part of the island, where you can appreciate the sea and the ravines all at once.  Sit back and relax as you find yourself comfortably seated in a safety harness. Enjoy views of Barranco del Infierno and Tejina mountain. Take a turn piloting the glider if you like. The duration of the flight is between 15 and 20 minutes, and you'll normally land on Playa de la Enramada beach. However, depending on the weather conditions, the pilot may choose to land at a different location.

Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Tour with Underwater Views

6. Costa Adeje: Whale and Dolphin Tour with Underwater Views

Discover the majestic, playful whales and dolphins on this catamaran cruise from Puerto Colón. Hop aboard your stylish catamaran, which features underwater viewing stations. Pick a spot on deck to view the many sights in-store during this tour. As you head out from the harbor, your professional crew will use their local knowledge to track the families of whales and dolphins who live near the island year-round. Hear an introduction speech from your guide, including a demonstration of safety vests.   Sail along the coastline past Adeje, Guia de Isora, and Santiago del Teide, where pods of spirited dolphins and groups of pilot whales are a common sight. If you are lucky enough to spot them, spend a few minutes below deck and observe them from a vantage point underneath the water's surface. The boat will return to Puerto Colon and if you have booked a transfer, your bus will take you back to your pickup point.

Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

7. Tenerife: Whale & Dolphin Watching with Drinks and Snacks

Gaze out across the clear azure waters of Southern Tenerife in the Canary Islands on this yacht cruise. Have plenty of space onboard to enjoy uninterrupted views of local wildlife and dramatic coastlines. The area around the Canary Islands has petitioned to become a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover why this part of the world is so beloved. Look out for dolphins and pilot whales playing by your ship, and above for the birdlife. See the most populated dolphin and whale spots along the way. Listen to the whales, dolphins, and other sea life with new state-of-the-art sonar equipment. After navigating the open waters, anchor in a secluded bay and swim with the turtles, or just relax and enjoy a free snack and drink. Hear about the area, and feel free to ask any questions.

Tenerife: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour

8. Tenerife: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour

Sail off the coast of southwest Tenerife on a 2-hour boat excursion looking for whales and dolphins. Sip on free drinks on board, and learn fascinating facts from your crew as you look out for marine creatures on your voyage. Depart from Puerto Colon, traveling 2 or 3 miles from the coast where pilot whales are located. The beautiful sea mammals live permanently in the area and are seen all year around. Sailing by catamaran, pass by fish farms, where clever dolphins are often looking for an easy meal. The crew is knowledgeable about the whales and Tenerife's other marine life. Learn about the huge squids that can grow up to 40 feet in length and live 2,600 feet deep between Tenerife and La Gomera. Enjoy free drinks on board the boat. If you choose the 3-hour option the catamaran will stop in the bay of Playa Espagueti and you can enjoy swimming and snorkeling off the boat.

Tenerife: Paragliding with National Champion Paraglider

9. Tenerife: Paragliding with National Champion Paraglider

Paraglide over Tenerife with an experienced guide. Your guide, Daniel Crespo, is a national champion paraglider, so you’ll be in safe hands as you paraglide. Start the activity with a safety briefing about take-off, landing, and paragliding. The flight will last 20-30-minutes. The route will vary depending on weather conditions. Some routes will include flying over ravines. Others include flying over the Conde ridge. The flight usually finishes over the Adeje coast. As you approach the landing zone at the beach, you’ll have the opportunity to perform acrobatics or try piloting the paraglider.

Tenerife: Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Food, and Drinks

10. Tenerife: Marine-Life Tour with Transfer, Food, and Drinks

Hit the water and head for Puerto Colon on this dolphin and whale-watching cruise, then feast on a delicious buffet lunch of tapas, including cava and a glass of wine. Benefit from pick-up at your accommodation in the south of Tenerife or meet at the meeting point, and then board a catamaran to cruise off the coast of the island. Avail of the services of a friendly and experienced crew as you cruise to Puerto Colon to look for dolphins and whales swimming in their natural habitat. Spend about 3 hours cruising the waters to encounter some of the magnificent marine life up close and personal. Then, sail to a beautiful bay and drop anchor to swim or snorkel in the crystal clear water. Enjoy a wonderful selection of tapas from Spain before sailing close to the coastline to get amazing views of the mountains and beaches.

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Very friendly crew on a perfect trip. The captain (Salvador) knows what he is doing and showed us the way to meet dolphins and pilot whales. He provided us with a lot of interesting information and with his knowledge, he was able to answer all our questions. Also Dani was very friendly and took good care of us by providing us with refreshments, snacks and lunch. For all six of us, this was an unforgettable experience!

The trip is generally pretty fun, the crew is knowledgable, respectful and committed to giving a pleasant time to everyone (Silvador and Daniel ). Seeing whales is guaranteed and pleanty of free water and refreshments on board.

Took my Dad and Son and we all enjoyed it. Definitely worth going...I didn't think we would actually see whales and dolphins but we did. Great experience.

staff where so helpful and friendly, made sure everyone was comfortable, and the music played was great, the staff even joined in dancing great vibes.

Great staff, tasty food, comfortable catamaran, seen whales and dolphins! 5/5