Sunset Whale Watching Eco-Yacht Cruise Los Cristianos Tenerife
- Duration1.5 hours
- Daily
- Group
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Overview
End your day on the water with this 90-minute sunset cruise from the Port of Los Cristianos on a quiet eco-yacht designed for whale watching. With its propellers enclosed inside the hull, low sides close to the sea and calm engines, the yacht lets you watch pilot whales and dolphins from a close but respectful distance without chasing them. The captain, crew and guide explain every sighting, with an audio guide in several languages, while the light turns gold over the coast and Mount Teide. There is a swim and snorkel stop in the Atlantic before returning to port. It is a shared group cruise for couples, families with children from 6 and anyone who loves nature. Hotel pickup is not included.
Highlights
- Golden-hour cruise from the Port of Los Cristianos
- Look for pilot whales and dolphins from a quiet, low-sided eco-yacht
- Enclosed propellers and calm engines that protect marine wildlife
- Captain, crew and guide on board, plus an audio guide in several languages
- Sunset views of the south coast, Mount Teide and La Gomera
- Swim and snorkel stop in the open Atlantic
- Low centre of gravity that reduces the chance of seasickness
- Rescheduling offered if no whales or dolphins are seen, subject to availability
Full Description
The Port of Los Cristianos
Los Cristianos began as a small fishing village on the south coast of Tenerife and grew into one of the island's best-loved resort towns, in the municipality of Arona. Its port is still busy with fishing boats, and it is also the island's main ferry terminal for La Gomera, El Hierro and La Palma. Next to the harbour is the golden sand beach of Los Cristianos, sheltered by the brown slopes of Montaña de Guaza, and a long seafront promenade lined with cafés and ice cream shops.
Your cruise leaves from the fisherman's wharf, in the excursion area of the port. Los Cristianos is easy to reach by bus or taxi from Costa Adeje and Playa de las Américas, or on foot from much of the town. Parking near the port is limited in the evening, so allow time, and enjoy a walk along the promenade before boarding.
Whales and Dolphins off Los Cristianos
The sea off Los Cristianos is the southern end of the Teno-Rasca marine protected area, which stretches along the southwest coast of Tenerife. Deep water lies only a short distance from the port, and a resident population of short-finned pilot whales feeds and rests here all year, together with bottlenose dolphins. In some seasons, Atlantic spotted dolphins, common dolphins and larger whales such as Bryde's whales also pass through.
Whale watching in Los Cristianos is ideal for a short cruise because the animals are often found soon after leaving the harbour. Late afternoon is a lovely time to watch them: the sea is often calmer, and the low sun lights up their backs and the spray when they breathe. Sightings depend on the sea and cannot be guaranteed, but if none are seen, you can reschedule another trip subject to availability.
Sunset over the Coast and Mount Teide
As the yacht turns back towards the island, the evening light paints the dry volcanic hills of the south coast in shades of orange and pink. Behind them rises Mount Teide, at 3,715 metres the highest mountain in Spain and the heart of a UNESCO World Heritage national park, its summit often clear above the clouds at this hour. To the west, the rounded silhouette of La Gomera sits on the horizon, and in some months the sun sets just beside it.
Watching the sunset from the sea is one of the most peaceful things to do in Tenerife, far from the busy promenades. The crew times the route so you are on the water for the best of the colours, with a pause for photos. The best time to book a sunset cruise is a clear day with little wind, and our team can help you pick the date.
The Eco-Yacht and the Sunset Swim
The yacht used on this cruise was built specifically for watching whales. Its propellers are protected inside the hull, so they cannot harm animals, its engines are quiet and it discharges neither smoke nor waste into the sea. The sides sit very close to the water, giving you an eye-level view of the whales and dolphins, and its compact size and low centre of gravity make it stable and comfortable even for those who worry about seasickness.
The crew follows a strict policy of responsible approach: no chasing, no surrounding the animals and a careful distance at all times. Before returning to port there is a stop for a swim and snorkel in the open Atlantic as the last rays of light fall on the water. A snorkel mask can be rented on board, and snacks and drinks are available to buy. There is a toilet on board.
Itinerary
- Check in at the Port of Los CristianosArrive at the fisherman's wharf, Excursion Zone A, 30 minutes before departure; the boarding gate closes shortly before the yacht leaves.
- Cruise out from the portLeave the harbour and head into the deep water off the south coast, with an introduction from the crew, about 30 minutes.
- Whale and dolphin watchingWatch pilot whales and dolphins at a respectful distance while the guide explains their behaviour, about 20 minutes.
- Swim and snorkel stopPause in the open sea for a swim or snorkel as the light softens, about 15 minutes.
- Sunset views of the coast and Mount TeideCruise slowly back along the coast as the sun sets, with views of Mount Teide and La Gomera, about 30 minutes.
- Return to Los CristianosArrive back at the port about 90 minutes after departure.
What's included
- 1.5-hour sunset cruise on an eco-yacht built for whale watching
- Captain, crew and guide on board, plus audio guide
- Search for whales and dolphins off Los Cristianos
- Sunset views of the coast and Mount Teide
- Swim and snorkel stop
- Enclosed propeller design that protects marine wildlife
- Toilet on board
- Rescheduling if no whales or dolphins are seen (subject to availability)
Not included
- Snacks and drinks (available to buy on board)
- Snorkel mask (available to rent on board)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 6–12
- Nature and wildlife lovers
- Anyone who wants to see it from the water
- A short visit — about 1.5 hours
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- You get seasick easily
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
Meeting point
Meet at the Port of Los Cristianos, at the fisherman's wharf, Excursion Zone A. Behind the large green fence, follow the blue line painted on the ground to its end. Please arrive 30 minutes before departure, as the boarding gate closes shortly before the yacht leaves; the cruise departs at 17:00 on most dates, and the exact time is shown when you book. Hotel pickup is not included, and traffic and parking near the port can be slow in the evening.
Important information
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure; late arrivals cannot be refunded, only rescheduled subject to availability
- Bring a passport or ID card (a copy is accepted)
- Have your booking confirmation ready on your phone
- Bring sunscreen and a warm layer, as the sea breeze cools after sunset
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to swim
- A snorkel mask can be rented on board; snacks and drinks are available to buy
- Children aged 6 to 12 have a child rate
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
Is this a shared or a private experience?
It is a shared group cruise on an eco-yacht, with a captain, crew and guide looking after all guests on board.
How long does the cruise take?
About 1.5 hours, leaving in the late afternoon so that you are on the water at sunset.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. You meet the crew at the Port of Los Cristianos, easy to reach by bus, taxi or on foot from the town.
What is included?
The sunset eco-yacht cruise with captain, crew and guide, an audio guide, the search for whales and dolphins, a swim and snorkel stop and a toilet on board.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person, with a child rate for ages 6 to 12. The booking panel on this page shows the current price.
Is it suitable for children or reduced mobility?
Children enjoy it, and those aged 6 to 12 pay the child rate. The yacht is not suitable for wheelchair users.
What if we do not see any whales or dolphins?
Sightings cannot be guaranteed, but if none are seen you can reschedule another cruise, subject to availability.
What should I bring?
A passport or ID card (a copy is fine), sunscreen, a warm layer for after sunset, swimwear and a towel.
When is the best time of year for a sunset whale watching cruise in Tenerife?
Pilot whales and dolphins are present all year. Clear, calm days give the best sunsets, and spring and autumn often bring the most settled evenings.
What happens in bad weather?
If the captain cancels because of wind or waves, we offer another date or a full refund.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your date in the booking panel. Our team confirms on WhatsApp within minutes and sends directions to Zone A at the port.
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