Whale and Dolphin Catamaran Cruise with Lunch and Pickup Costa Adeje
- Duration3 hours on the water, plus transfers
- Daily
- Group
- Pickup available
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Overview
Spend three hours on a catamaran along the south coast of Tenerife, with pickup and drop-off at selected points in Costa Adeje and the surrounding areas included in the default option. After a safety briefing at Puerto Colón, the crew looks for whales, dolphins and seabirds, sharing facts about each species in English and Spanish. The catamaran then anchors at Diego Hernández Bay, a quiet cove without road access, where you can swim in clear water or relax on the sunbathing nets, before a Canarian-style rice lunch and drinks on board. The return offers views of the coast and Mount Teide. It is a shared group cruise with departures at 10:00 and 13:00, plus 16:00 in summer. Another option meets directly at the harbour without transfers.
Highlights
- Pickup and drop-off at selected points in south Tenerife with the default option
- Three-hour catamaran cruise from Puerto Colón, Costa Adeje
- Look for whales, dolphins and seabirds with commentary in English and Spanish
- Swim stop at Diego Hernández Bay, a cove reached only on foot or by boat
- Relax on the sunbathing nets stretched between the hulls
- Canarian-style rice lunch, with vegetarian, vegan and children's menus on request
- Drinks served on board
- Views of Mount Teide on the way back to the marina
Full Description
Puerto Colón and Pickup in Costa Adeje
With the default option, you are collected from a selected hotel or pickup point in Costa Adeje or the surrounding areas, chosen when you book, and taken to Puerto Colón in an air-conditioned vehicle. Pickups in Playa Paraíso run only on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. At the end of the cruise you are dropped back at the same point.
Puerto Colón is the main excursion marina of south Tenerife, between Torviscas beach and Playa de las Américas, with cafés and shops along the docks. The catamaran is moored at Pantalán 9, the pontoon where you board if you choose the option without transfers. The cruise begins with a safety briefing from the crew before heading out along the coast.
Whales, Dolphins and Seabirds off Costa Adeje
The deep waters off Costa Adeje are part of the Teno-Rasca marine protected area, where short-finned pilot whales live in family groups all year and bottlenose dolphins are regular residents. Depending on the season, you may also see common or spotted dolphins, turtles and seabirds such as Cory's shearwaters gliding low over the waves, and yellow-legged gulls following the boat.
Whale watching in Costa Adeje is popular because the animals are usually found close to the coast, soon after leaving the marina. The crew helps you identify each species and explains how they feed, rest and travel, and the licensed boat keeps a respectful distance and limits the time spent with each group. Sightings depend on the sea and cannot be guaranteed, but they are very common on this coast.
Diego Hernández Bay
Playa de Diego Hernández is one of the last unspoilt coves on the south coast of Tenerife, tucked between low volcanic cliffs a little north of the fishing village of La Caleta. There is no road to it: on land it can only be reached by a rough coastal footpath of about half an hour, so it stays quiet and natural, with a beach of light sand and pebbles and very clear turquoise water.
From the sea it is the easiest way to enjoy the bay. The catamaran anchors offshore, and you can jump in for a swim or stretch out on the sunbathing nets between the hulls. If you bring your own mask and snorkel, you can look for colourful fish around the rocks and, with luck, a turtle or two. Many visitors ask how to get to Diego Hernández Bay, and arriving by boat is by far the most relaxing answer.
Lunch on Board and the Coast with Mount Teide
While the catamaran is at anchor, lunch is served on board: a Canarian-style rice dish in the manner of paella, with vegetarian, vegan and children's menus available if you ask when booking, and drinks served throughout the cruise. Eating with the bay in front of you is one of the most enjoyable moments of the trip.
On the way back to Puerto Colón, the catamaran follows the Costa Adeje coastline past La Caleta and the beaches of El Duque and Fañabé. Behind the resorts the land rises in brown volcanic slopes towards the mountains, and on clear days the summit of Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain at 3,715 metres, appears above the clouds. The cruise ends at the marina about three hours after departure.
Itinerary
- Pickup in south TenerifeOur driver collects you from the pickup point you chose when booking and drives you to Puerto Colón.
- Safety briefing at Pantalán 9Board the catamaran at Puerto Colón for the 10:00, 13:00 or summer 16:00 departure and hear the safety briefing.
- Whale, dolphin and seabird watchingCruise along the coast while the crew helps you spot and identify whales, dolphins and seabirds, about 1 hour.
- Swim stop at Diego Hernández BayAnchor at the bay to swim or relax on the sunbathing nets, about 45 minutes.
- Lunch on boardEnjoy a Canarian-style rice lunch with drinks while the catamaran is at anchor.
- Return and drop-offCruise back along Costa Adeje with views of Mount Teide to Puerto Colón, then return to your pickup point.
What's included
- Pickup and drop-off at selected points in south Tenerife
- 3-hour catamaran cruise from Puerto Colón
- Safety briefing and wildlife commentary in English and Spanish
- Whale, dolphin and seabird watching
- Swim stop and sunbathing nets at Diego Hernández Bay
- Canarian-style rice (paella) lunch; vegetarian, vegan and children's menus on request
- Drinks on board
Not included
- Snorkelling equipment (bring your own)
- Towel and swimwear
Is this right for you?
Great for
- Families with children — a child price for ages 6–11
- Travellers without a car — hotel pickup is included
- Nature and wildlife lovers
- Food lovers
Think twice if
- You want a private tour — this one is shared with other travellers
- You get seasick easily
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
- Travellers prone to severe seasickness
Meeting point
With the default option, we pick you up from selected hotels and points in Costa Adeje and the surrounding areas of south Tenerife; you choose your pickup point when booking and we confirm the time. Pickups in Playa Paraíso run only on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. With the option without transfers, meet at Pantalán 9 in Puerto Colón marina, Costa Adeje, and look for the red catamaran. Departures are at 10:00 and 13:00, with an extra 16:00 departure in summer.
Important information
- Snorkelling equipment is not included, so bring your own mask and snorkel if you want to use them
- Bring swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat and comfortable shoes
- Vegetarian, vegan and children's menus are available on request when booking
- Playa Paraíso pickups run only on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- The 16:00 departure runs only in the summer schedule
- Children aged 6 to 11 have a child rate
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
- Whale and dolphin sightings depend on the sea and cannot be guaranteed
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 catamaran cruise, and with the default option the transfer is shared with other guests.
How long does it take?
About 3 hours on the water, plus the transfer time. Departures are at 10:00 and 13:00 all year, with 16:00 added in summer.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, with the default option, from selected hotels and points in Costa Adeje and the surrounding areas. Playa Paraíso pickups run on Tuesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday only.
What is included?
Pickup and drop-off (default option), the 3-hour catamaran cruise, a safety briefing and wildlife commentary in English and Spanish, whale, dolphin and seabird watching, a swim stop at Diego Hernández Bay, lunch and drinks on board.
Is the price per person or per group?
The price is per person, with a child rate for ages 6 to 11. The booking panel on this page shows the current price of each option.
Is it suitable for children or reduced mobility?
Families enjoy it, and a children's menu is available on request. The cruise is not suitable for wheelchair users.
Is snorkelling equipment provided?
No. The swim stop is included, but if you want to snorkel please bring your own mask and snorkel.
Can I visit Diego Hernández Bay without a boat?
Only on foot, along a rough coastal path from La Caleta of about half an hour each way. Reaching it by catamaran is much easier.
What should I bring?
Swimwear, a towel, sunscreen, a hat, comfortable shoes and, if you like, your own snorkelling gear.
What happens in bad weather?
If the captain cancels because of wind or waves, we offer another date or a full refund. The route may be adjusted for safety.
How do I book and confirm?
Choose your option, date, time and pickup point in the booking panel. Our team confirms on WhatsApp within minutes.
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