Catamaran cruise with dolphin and whale watching, 3h
About this experience
Three hours on a large, stable catamaran in waters where pilot whales stay all year round. The crew explains what you are looking at as you go. After the wildlife watching there is time to swim in the ocean, and a snack and drinks are included.
What happens on this cruise
We sail daily from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje and head for the coastal strip where the chance of an encounter is highest. We do not push far out into open water, so the ride is gentler than trips out to Los Gigantes.
The species you are most likely to meet are pilot whales, large members of the dolphin family that live here permanently. They are curious and regularly come in close to the boat. With a little luck you may also see larger whales, bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles or flying fish.
The crew talks about the cetacean species you are watching, what they feed on and how they migrate in search of food, so you are not guessing at what is in front of you. Commentary is also given in Polish.
After the watching there is time to swim in the Atlantic and sunbathe. From the deck you also see the Costa Adeje coastline from the water, including beaches no road reaches.
Who this is for (and who it is not)
It is the safest pick for families with small children. The catamaran is big and stable, there is plenty of room, and you can bring a pushchair or a baby carrier on board. It also suits anyone worried about seasickness, because it rolls noticeably less than a small boat.
If you want a small group and an intimate atmosphere, the small catamaran cruise fits better. This one carries more people, and the deck feels like it.
Practical information
The cruise lasts 3 hours and runs daily from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje. Guests staying in Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas, Los Cristianos, Callao Salvaje, Playa Paraíso and Golf del Sur get a free transfer to the marina; just tick that option on the booking form.
The price includes a snack and drinks: beer, wine, water and soft drinks. Sun loungers are a paid extra on board, at 20 euros for a two-person lounger. Our team checks the weather before every departure. Cancellation is free up to 72 hours before the start with a 100% refund.
If you cannot decide between the large and the small catamaran, write to us and we will advise based on your group.
How the tour goes
Leaving Puerto Colón
The catamaran sails daily from Puerto Colón marina in Costa Adeje. The cruise lasts three hours.
Searching for cetaceans
We head for the coastal waters off Costa Adeje where the chance of an encounter is highest, without pushing far into open ocean.
Watching pilot whales
Pilot whales live here year round and regularly come close to the boat. With luck, larger whales, dolphins and turtles turn up too.
Commentary from the crew
The crew explains which species you are seeing, what they eat and how they migrate. Commentary is also given in Polish.
Swimming and views
After the watching there is time to swim in the Atlantic and sunbathe, with the Costa Adeje coastline in view from the deck.
Back to the marina
After three hours we return to Puerto Colón.
What's included
- 3-hour cruise on a large catamaran
- whale and dolphin watching in the coastal waters off Costa Adeje
- commentary from the crew on the species you see, also given in Polish
- snack for every guest
- drinks: beer, wine, water and soft drinks
- time to swim in the Atlantic
- free transfers from hotels in Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas, Los Cristianos, Callao Salvaje, Playa Paraíso and Golf del Sur
Pick-up
From hotels in Costa Adeje, Playa de las Américas, Los Cristianos, Callao Salvaje, Playa Paraíso and Golf del Sur we provide free transport to the marina. Tick that option on the booking form. From other parts of the island you make your own way to Puerto Colón.
Good to know
- the cruise lasts 3 hours and runs every day
- departures are from Puerto Colón marina in Costa Adeje
- you can bring a pushchair or baby carrier on board, there is plenty of space
- sun loungers are a paid extra on board, 20 euros for a two-person lounger
- the catamaran is large and stable and rolls less than a small boat
- our team checks the weather before every departure
- a longer version of the trip sails out to the Los Gigantes cliffs
- free cancellation up to 72 hours before the start, 100% refund
- What to bring: swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat or cap
FAQ
The best odds are on pilot whales, large members of the dolphin family that live off Costa Adeje all year round. They are curious and often come close to the boat. With luck you may also see larger whales, dolphins, sea turtles and flying fish.
The crew talks about the cetacean species, what they feed on and how they migrate, and the commentary is also given in Polish. That means you know what you are looking at without having to guess or translate for yourself.
Yes, if you are staying in Costa Adeje, Las Americas or Los Cristianos. The transfer to Puerto Colón marina is free in that case, and you simply tick the option on the booking form. From other areas you make your own way to the marina.
Yes. The catamaran is large and stable with plenty of room, and you can bring a pushchair or a baby carrier on board. It rolls noticeably less than a small boat, which matters with children and anyone prone to seasickness.
Yes. Every guest gets a snack plus drinks: beer, wine, water and soft drinks. Sun loungers are the one paid extra on board, at 20 euros for a two-person lounger, but you do not need one to enjoy the cruise.
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