| Trip | Leaves from | Duration | Listed price | Rating | Best for | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Gigantes cruise | Los Gigantes port | 2 hours | from 28 euros | 4.7 (5,987 reviews) | Low price, cliffs, swimming | See |
| Whale watching cruise by sailboat | See the offer page | See the offer page | See the offer page | 4.9 (2,292 reviews) | Sailing and whale watching | See |
Prices and ratings read on 6 November 2026; they change with the date and the group size.
What you can see, and when
- All year: bottlenose dolphin and short-finned pilot whale, the species easiest to see on a trip.
- Seasonal: the Atlantic spotted dolphin is seen mostly from autumn to late spring, the common dolphin mostly in winter, and the sperm whale mostly in spring.
- Rare: orca, humpback and blue whales are listed as rarely seen.
Source: Tenerife tourist board, species page read on 6 November 2026.
Choose a responsible boat
- Ask the operator how close the boat approaches and for how long; the tourist board links a voluntary quality charter for whale and dolphin watching.
- Never expect to touch or swim with the animals: the Los Gigantes operator lists touching animals among the banned acts.
- A smaller boat leaves more room at the rail, a bigger one costs less. The catamaran's listing states a maximum of 24 travelers. Compare all trips in our boat trips comparison and the cliffs in Los Gigantes.
Typical mistakes
- Arriving late: the Los Gigantes operator gives no refund or rebooking, and asks you to be at the port 30 minutes early.
- Forgetting a seasickness remedy: take it before departure.
- Booking only for the whales: the trips also include a coast and a swim, so judge them as a whole outing.
FAQ
What is the best whale watching trip in Tenerife?
For price, the Los Gigantes cruise from 28 euros; for a longer trip with food and snorkeling, the catamaran (4.9 from 2,292 reviews).
Can you see whales all year?
Pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins are resident all year according to the tourist board. Other species depend on the season, and no sighting is guaranteed.
How much does a whale watching trip cost?
The Los Gigantes cruise is from 28 euros on GetYourGuide; the sailboat cruise is also on GetYourGuide (offers read on 6 November 2026).
The Tenerife Authority editorial team, 6 November 2026.
