Aboard · DOLPHIN WATCHING TRIPS IN SPAIN
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 dolphin watching trips in Spain worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you step aboard.
Join Travelin Lady from Los Cristianos for a 90-minute whale and dolphin trip on a purpose-built eco-yacht. Guides including Ines explain the wildlife in several languages, while the small, stable boat visits the Cave of Love and pauses for swimming and snorkeling when conditions allow.
“Watched whales, dolphins, and dolphins. Nice sunny weather and kids swam in the ocean.”
From Puerto Los Cristianos, you sail aboard the Bahriyeli with certified multilingual guides who explain Tenerife’s whales, dolphins, turtles, and ocean habitat. The strict no-chase rule means animals set the pace. Expect open-air viewing, an indoor salon, and no swim stop during this two-hour trip.
“Crewe were really knowledgeable. well organised... no chase policy.”
Join Costasol Cruceros aboard the New Magic for a 100-minute dolphin-watching cruise from Benalmádena. Your captain and crew search for dolphins in open water, with shaded seating, a bar, restrooms, music, underwater viewing windows, and a possible summer swim stop. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but a future ticket is half price if none appear.
“Great value for money and great service on board too. We were lucky to spot a pod of dolphins and managed to spend time watching them.”
Sail from Puerto Colón into Tenerife’s Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary on a quiet, fuel-efficient catamaran. The crew, including captains Carlos and Miguel, explains the marine life, plays underwater sounds, serves snacks and drinks, and stops for a swim. Choose three or five hours.
“The trip was beautiful and we saw some turtles and pilot whales. The crew were really careful around the sea life and turned off the engines as soon as they felt they should. They were helpful and kind. One thing you need to be aware of (and there are plenty of warnings on the booking) is that it is very rough far out into the ocean and a fair few people were very seasick. It’s a wonderful trip and the crew were absolutely amazing with everyone who was ill but don’t let it ruin your trip and take tablets beforehand. Thank you to the crew for looking after my son…”
Sail from Puerto Base in search of dolphins, pilot whales, and minke whales, with views of Gran Canaria’s coast along the way. Watch from deck or below through glass panels, then stop near Taurito for swimming, snorkeling, and the onboard slide. Hotel pickup is optional.
“Fabulous trip. Seen lots of dolphins and flying fish. Fabulous opportunity to swim in the little cove aswell. Very much recommended”
From Los Gigantes Port, the Masca Express takes you into the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary to look for pilot whales and dolphins, then along the cliffs before a swim stop in Masca, Barranco Seco, or Juan López. A cold drink is included, and guides such as Alejandro add local sea-life insight.
“A nice boat trip with skilled skippers. We saw pilot whales and dolphins.The Los Gigantes cliffs where impressive.It is worth going!”
Join the Magic Dolphin for a two-hour wildlife cruise from Morro Jable. Search for dolphins, pilot whales, turtles, and flying fish with Spanish, English, or German guidance, then stop for a swim in Jandia. Drinks, a toilet, and optional resort pickup are included.
“Nimo and Fran were excellent captain and guide saw 3 pods of dolphins. Good explanations and comfortable boat to speed through the bay.”
Join Peter Pan from Los Cristianos for a two-hour, Blue Flag certified cruise with live commentary in five languages. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, and seabirds without chasing them, then take an optional 15 to 20 minute swim stop if the sea is calm.
“A very friendly crew. The boat was lovely to travel in.”
Board Ragnarok at Los Cristianos Harbour for a two-hour cruise along Tenerife’s south coast. A multilingual English and Spanish crew helps spot pilot whales and dolphins, while Viking décor, music, shaded seating, a bar, toilets, and wheelchair access keep the trip comfortable.
“Definitely worth the price. Staff were all friendly. Nice time out on the ocean spotting the whales and Dolphins. Would recommend.”
Set out from Puerto Colón on Monte Cristo Catamaran for three hours of whale and dolphin watching. Your crew, including Michael, Andre, and Edmond, serves tapas, snacks, and drinks while helping you spot pilot whales. The trip ends with swimming and a leisurely sail along Tenerife’s south coast.
“It was wonderful we saw dophines and the the little whales and we could go swimming with the fish The crew was very nice”
Sail from Playa Tora along Mallorca’s southwest coast in search of Risso’s and bottlenose dolphins. Your multilingual crew helps you spot pods, then the longer trip may pause at a cove for swimming. Expect sun, sea views, onboard snacks, and a lively guide.
“Most amazing boat trip we have ever been in, although not guaranteed we seen hundreds of dolphins it was incredible. The guide and all the staff were lovely too. Beautiful new boat.”
Cruise Gran Canaria’s Atlantic waters for 150 minutes with guides speaking English, Spanish, and German. Mario and Christian are among the friendly crew members who help spot dolphins, whales, turtles, and flying fish. The boat has toilets, a cash bar, room to move, and a free return voucher if no cetaceans appear.
“It was a nice day and we saw a lot of dolphins. They said that they usually search for them for about 20 minutes, but we found them almost immediately.”
Sail from Puerto Rico aboard Spirit of the Sea, a 97-passenger catamaran with a large glass bottom. Your multilingual crew searches for dolphins, whales, turtles, and other cetaceans along Gran Canaria’s southwest coast. Hotel transfers are available from the southern resorts, and a free return trip is offered if no cetaceans are seen.
“Absolutely loved it! The crew was super friendly and helpful, they are collecting plastic from the ocean and we came across a group of roughly 300 dolphins 🥰🤩”
Set out from Port d’Alcudia at sunrise or in the afternoon on a three-hour dolphin cruise. Guides such as Carlos, Andy, César, Diego, and Pepe lead the search, then show you Cabo Formentor, sea caves, and Es Coll Baix. Expect a fast, bouncy ride, cool wind, and a short swim stop.
“I didn’t think I will see dolphins but in fact they they took us to the area where the dolphins were hanging around and got very close to our speed boats.”
You’ll cruise Lanzarote’s coast for two hours on a spacious catamaran, starting with a welcome mojito and continuing with snacks and a drink of your choice. Guide Karen has helped spot dolphins on past sailings, but sightings remain wild and never guaranteed. Transfers serve many resorts.
“Amazing to see dolphins 🐬 coming from UK its a rare thing to see a bit strange guide got off at a stop to leave us with the driver who took us to the catamaran we were the handed over to a guide called Karen she was involved with helping spot the dolphins and slow catamaran down lovely touch food and drinks included over all amazing trip very relaxed and enjoyable”
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