
Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje
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Is Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje worth booking?
Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje is a 2-hour experience in Tenerife, Spain, from $77 per person. It scores 90 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “90+ Club”, based on a 5/5 rating across 2,223 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing. It sits in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
- Outty Ranking
- 90 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (2,223)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $77 per person
Tenerife's Whale and Dolphin Watching Specialists. Join our Biologist Staff for a 2 hour thrilling eco-adventure to respectfully observe the whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Marine Protected area of Tenerife. Our bo
What you get
About this experience
Tenerife's Whale and Dolphin Watching Specialists. Join our Biologist Staff for a 2 hour thrilling eco-adventure to respectfully observe the whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Marine Protected area of Tenerife. Our boat is a custom built 8 meter whale watching boat with cushioned bench seats for only 11 guests. These two hour whale watching tours depart at 9:30am, 12 noon and 2:30pm from our dock, 'Pantalan No3' in the Puerto Colón Marina in the south of Tenerife. This is an educational eco-adventure with the opportunity to listen to whales and dolphins with our hydrophone, includes photos of the marine wildlife and our Sightings Guarantee. Join us and enjoy the most complete Tenerife whale watching eco-adventure.
What's included
Included
- Listen to whales and dolphins on our hydrophone
- All local taxes are included in the price
- Live commentary on board by our Biologist Staff
- Free photos of the cetaceans from the tour sent by email
Not included
- Food and drinks (you can bring food and non-alcoholic drinks)
- Gratuities
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Tenerife
Meet our Guides at the BLUE GATE 3/Pantalán 3 in the Puerto Colón Marina 15 minutes before departure time. We don't have an office. In respect to all of our guests the boat leaves ON TIME. Guests that are late do NOT receive a refund or a reschedule. You DO NOT need to print the ticket.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet our Guides at the BLUE GATE 3/Pantalán 3 in the Puerto Colón Marina 15 minutes before departure time. We don't have an office. In respect to all of our guests the boat leaves ON TIME. Guests that are late do NOT receive a refund or a reschedule. You DO NOT need to print the ticket.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 10 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Whale Watch Tenerife
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation is automatic - if we must reschedule (bad weather, not enough guests) we will call you to arrange an alternative.
- Guides speak; English and Spanish
- Guest restrictions: infants and children under 3 year of age, pregnancies, back or neck problems, mobility problems, recent surgeries, over 130kg.
- Subject to favorable weather conditions. If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or refund
- No pets are allowed on board
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 2,217 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Small groups
2 mentionsThe group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.
Traveler reviews
2,217 verified traveler reviews for Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Two Trips, Two Amazing Experiences
After a successful trip in June 2026 (with Carlotta as our guide), I booked another trip directly with the operator, this time for 27/08/26. Ion was our skipper and guide, and he provided knowledgeable explanations about the different marine mammals we spotted, all delivered with plenty of dry humor. I think this trip offers excellent value for money, and the feeling of spending two hours out at sea is priceless anyway. During both trips (June and August 2026), we saw plenty of dolphins and a few pilot whales each time. Simply priceless! Whale Watch Tenerife is a small operator, but they provide a great service and are highly recommended!
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for coming back for a second trip and for sharing such a detailed review! It was a real pleasure to have you with us again. We’re delighted that you enjoyed both experiences, and that Ion’s knowledgeable explanations and dry humor added something special to your time at sea. 😊 Seeing dolphins and pilot whales on both trips is certainly a wonderful reward! 🐬 We truly appreciate your support of our small operator and your recommendation. We hope to welcome you back on board for another priceless two hours at sea! Take care🐋
via Tripadvisor
A wonderful day
A unforgettable day! We are very lucky to be able to see dolphins twice! And 3 different whales including babies! The guide is very informative & patient. My 8 years old said it’s best ever.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re delighted to hear that you had such an unforgettable day with us. Seeing dolphins twice and three different types of whales, including the babies, was certainly a very special experience! 🐬🐋 We’re also so happy to hear that your 8-year-old enjoyed the trip and called it “the best ever”! That truly means a lot to our team. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you and your family back for another amazing adventure in the future! Take care ❤️
via Tripadvisor
Whale watching on my son’s 9th birthday
Ion, is an experienced marine biologist with many experiences to share of his time observing local marine wildlife. We saw a pod of very excited dolphins and many pilot whales on our 2 hour tour. This was our family’s second time with this company and guide. We would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to experience the excitement of searching the ocean knowing you’re almost certainly going to see pilot whales and maybe larger whales and dolphins if you’re lucky. This tour is slightly more expensive, but in return you get an exceptional guide who loves and respects the wildlife, a small group of around 12 / 13 people max, and are lower in the water incase the animals want to come and check you out! We would definitely use Whale watching Eco Adventure again 👍🏻
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your wonderful review and for joining us again for another Whale Watching Eco Adventure! 🐋💙 It was a real pleasure having your family back on board, and we’re delighted that you had such an exciting experience with the dolphins and pilot whales. It’s always special when the wildlife comes close and allows us to observe them in their natural environment. We truly appreciate your kind words about Ion and our small-group approach. Respecting the animals and giving them the space and freedom to choose whether to approach us is at the heart of what we do. Thank you for recommending us and for trusting us with another family adventure. We’d love to welcome you back again in the future — hopefully with some larger whales making an appearance too! 🐬 Take care 🐋
via Tripadvisor
Amazing morning on the water
We had the most amazing morning on the water, encounters with three different groups of pilot whales some of whom chose to come over and check us out. Both Carlota and Inigo were so warm and welcoming, very knowledgeable about the wildlife but also passionate about conservation. Carlota took some photos and go pro footage of our trip so that we could enjoy seeing the whales in the moment
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for this wonderful review! 🐋💙 We’re thrilled that you had such an amazing morning on the water and were able to encounter three different groups of pilot whales. It’s always incredibly special when they choose to come over and check us out! We’re also so happy you enjoyed learning more about the local wildlife and our conservation approach. And we’re glad the photos and GoPro footage helped you relive these magical moments after the trip! 📸🌊 Thank you for joining us and for sharing this beautiful experience. We hope to see you back on board for another unforgettable adventure! 🐬 Take care ✨
via Tripadvisor
Fabulous trip.
We had an amazing time. The staff were friendly & knowledgeable & gave us lots of interesting information.We were a small group of 10 people & were lucky enough to see a large pod of dolphins, & some of them swam & jumped right alongside our boat. We also saw several pilot whales. It was a great trip & I would recommend it to anyone.
Response from the operator: Thank you so much for your lovely review! 💙 We’re delighted to hear that you had such an amazing time with us and enjoyed the small-group experience. What a fantastic day for wildlife encounters! 🐬 Seeing a large pod of dolphins swimming and jumping right alongside the boat, as well as several pilot whales, must have been truly special. 🐋🌊 We’re also very happy that you appreciated the knowledge and enthusiasm of our team. Sharing information about these incredible animals while observing them respectfully in their natural environment is at the heart of what we do. Thank you again for joining us and for recommending Whale Watch Tenerife. It was a pleasure having you on board, and we hope to welcome you back for another memorable adventure at sea! Take care 💙
via Viator
Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 778
- Verdict
- 90+ Club
Why this scores 90
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Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tenerife.
How much does Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje cost?
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Prices start at $77 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tenerife usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tenerife is not rushed.
Is Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 90 out of 100, which we label "90+ Club". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 2,223 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable most popular in Tenerife, and how flexible the cancellation terms are. Scoring 90 or above puts it in the Outty 90+ Club, the top tier of everything we rank.
Can I cancel or reschedule Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje?
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Around 778 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tenerife can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tenerife and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Whale Watching Eco-Adventure from Costa Adeje start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tenerife within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Tenerife?
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On Outty we rank every Tenerife experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Whale watching & listening Eco-Catamaran Tour with Snacks &Drinks, Group Surfing Lesson at Playa de las Américas, Tenerife, 3-hour Whale and Dolphin Watching and Listening Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Tenerife?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Tenerife?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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