The 4 Catamaran Cruises in Tenerife That Earn Their Price

1.Costa Adeje: Whale Watching Catamaran Tour with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,653 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $41Our pick

From Puerto Colon, cruise 2 or 3 miles off southwest Tenerife with an English or Spanish-speaking crew. Pilot whales live here year-round, and dolphins often gather near fish farms. Choose 2 hours for wildlife watching or 3 hours for a Playa Espagueti swim and snorkeling stop. Drinks are included, and guides such as Lucy, Dani, and Toni add useful local insight.

“We had an incredible experience! The whales live not far from the shore so we didn't have to spend a long time just going out to find them, and the weather conditions were perfect. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable, making us as a family feel relaxed straight away. There was a cabin inside where we could store our bags and pushchair, as well as a toilet on board. I was nervous about taking our active toddler on a catamaran, and while we did obviously have to watch her carefully there is an inner part of the boat to sit in, and in the end we all had a great…”

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2.Whale watching and listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Food Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,447 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $48Top rated

From Puerto Colón, you sail Tenerife’s south coast aboard a catamaran searching for whales and dolphins. Local captains, including Angel and Victor, provide live commentary, with an underwater microphone for listening to pilot whales. You’ll also stop to swim and snorkel, with sandwiches and unlimited drinks included.

“Ce n’est pas white Tenerife que cela devrait s’appeler mais « Éden Tenerife » ! Tout a été parfait : accueil convivial, chaleureux, ambiance à bord sympathique. Une équipe très professionnelle qui nous a permis de découvrir dauphins et baleines tout en respectant « l’intimité » de ces derniers...nous sommes attentifs à ce respect de la biodiversité et nous n’avons pas été déçus ! Merci à toute l’équipe et pour ceux qui hésitent : allez-y foncez vous ne serez pas déçu !”

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3.Sunset Catamaran Tour with Transfer, Buff & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 761 reviews · 3 hours · from $73

Sail from Puerto Colón on a three-hour evening catamaran cruise with English and Spanish guides. Look for resident pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy tapas, fruit, beer, wine, cava and soft drinks, and pause for a swim when conditions allow. Hotel pickup serves Playa Paraíso, Costa Adeje, Playa de Las Americas and Los Cristianos.

“We went on the Monte Cristo Catamaran Sunset Tour and it was absolutely unforgettable. From the moment we stepped on board, the vibe was relaxed and elegant — exactly what you want for a sunset at sea. The wine and beer was a perfect way to start, and the tapas were delicious with fresh, vibrant flavours that paired beautifully with the ocean breeze. The highlight of the trip was definitely the whale and dolphin spotting. We saw several majestic creatures in their natural habitat — graceful, playful, and absolutely magical against the backdrop of the setting sun. Our guide/crew was attentive, knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel special without…”

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4.Catamaran Cruise with Brunch and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 607 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $71

You’ll cruise from Marina del Sur along Tenerife’s south coast, with live English or Spanish commentary, a Canarian brunch, unlimited beer, soft drinks, and water. Watch for dolphins and pilot whales near Punta Rasca, swim at Diego Hernández Beach, and pass Los Cristianos and Palm-Mar. Pickup is available from many south Tenerife hotels.

“Very well organised and staff were very helpful and friendly. Great value for the money.”

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