Whale and dolphin watching

The south-west coast of Tenerife is a privileged place for watching whales in the wild as there are permanent pods of dolphins in the surrounding waters year round. Bearing in mind they live so close to the coast, Tenerife has become the top European destination in terms of the number of people that have seen whales in the wild. You can find up to twenty-one different species in Tenerife's waters; from the colossal blue whale to the feared killer whale. There are two resident populations, the pilot whale and the bottlenose dolphin, which can be observed on perhaps 80% of the days of the year, with a sighting percentage of close to 100%. 

An opportunity not to be missed, as there are very few places on this planet offering such a wide variety of species, at such a short distance from your hotel. It’s no wonder why these fascinating creatures attract half a million visitors every year.

  • Whale watching tours

    Whale watching tours

    Tenerife is a unique destination and there is a 95% chance of going out on any one of these tours throughout the year and being able to see some of whales or...[+]

  • Curiosities

    Curiosities

    WHY DO THEY LIVE HERE? For various reasons pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins have settled off the south west coast of Tenerife and have become permanent...[+]

  • Species

    Species

    We can find up to 21 different species in Tenerife’s waters; from the colossal blue whale to the feared killer whale. It can be difficult to differentiate one...[+]

  • Tips

    Tips

    EQUIPMENT To ensure an unforgettable and successful experience, we recommend the following: Check the weather forecast and wear appropriate clothing. Please...[+]

  • Rules to follow when observing

    Rules to follow when observing

    Pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins are protected by several national and international laws and regulations, which aim to control any human activity that may...[+]

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