The 9 Best Private Whale Watching Charters in Spain

1.Tenerife: 3 &-6 Hour Private Whale & Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 45 reviews · 6 hours Our pick

Spend six hours aboard the Gran Azor with a private group of up to nine. Your captain takes you from Puerto Colon to Tenerife’s whale and dolphin waters, with sonar listening, snorkeling, snacks, drinks, and time for a relaxed coast cruise. Captain Maxi has earned praise for his friendly style.

“Captain Maxi was a very nice and fun Guy! We saw a lot of pilot whales very close and some dolphins from about 50 Meters away. the other half of our 6 hour Trip was more of a coast-tour, which we enjoyed a lot too. the food and drinks which were included was really a lot and very good. We felt like rich people for a day ;-P would definitely recommend it for a group of friends!”

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2.Tenerife Whale watching on private charter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 17 reviews Top rated

Charter the Abrazo catamaran privately for 3 to 8 hours with up to 12 people. Victor and Conrado lead the sailing, with whale and dolphin watching, a quiet swimming stop, snorkeling, coastal views, catered food, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks.

“Beautiful boat, amazing crew. We saw many dolphins and a couple of tropical whales very close. Impeccable service, great attention to details, memorable day. I would highly recommend this tour and this specific crew if you’re looking for a luxury escape away from the tourists crowd of Tenerife and a connection with nature.”

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3.Tenerife: Luxury Private Whale & Dolphin Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews · 3 - 6 hours

You’ll cruise from Puerto Colon aboard a private yacht for 3 or 6 hours, with space for up to 11 people. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles, then stop in a quiet bay for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, cava, beer, wine, and soft drinks.

“We had a private boat trip for 11 of us and it was amazing , the captain was fabulous let us play our own music. There was snacks and drinks included and to top it al off to got to see some whales and also have some swim time. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back. Thank you”

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4.private charter 3 Hours Whale Encounter puerto colon adeje

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Set out from Puerto Colón with Ocean Blue Tenerife for a private three-hour cruise led by Chris, Micki, Jessica, or Alex. You will look for pilot whales and dolphins, hear clear explanations about cetaceans, and may stop for swimming and snorkeling near turtles before returning to Costa Adeje.

“Great experience highly recommend got to see whales dolphins and a turtle loved it 10/10💙 captain was great and Jessica our guide was amazing”

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5.3-Hour Private Tour with Whale and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews

Join Antonio or Toni aboard the 14-meter Mojo Picón for a private three-hour sail from Los Gigantes. Search for pilot whales and dolphins, admire Teide, La Gomera, Teno, and the 600-meter cliffs, then swim, snorkel, and enjoy tapas in a sheltered cove.

“I arrived at Acantilados de Los Gigantes. The yacht, a Bavaria 44, old enough and in need of repainting the wooden deckhouse, was moored without anyone.”

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6.3h Whale Watching Private tour Beneteau Oceanis 440

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 6 reviews · 3 hours

Set sail from Puerto Colón on a private three-hour cruise aboard Madoudou, a comfortable Beneteau Oceanis 44 for groups of up to 11. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles, then enjoy snorkeling, local snacks, and cold drinks near Los Cristianos.

“Great experience. Our group of 6 adults and 3 small boys (4-6 years old) was delighted. We saw a lot of pilot whales up close as well as dolphins!”

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7.3h Whale Watching Private Tour Costa Adeje Lina7 Mizendoha

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 3 hours

You’ll spend three hours aboard Lina7 or Mizendoha, a 12-meter sailing boat based in Puerto Colón. The private trip includes pilot-whale watching, local snacks, cold drinks, swimming, and snorkeling, with Spanish, English, or Italian guidance.

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8.Private Charter Private Charter to see the whales – 3 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 3 reviews · 3 hours

Set out from Lina Yacht in Puerto Colón on a private three-hour cruise for up to 12 guests, with whale and dolphin spotting, glass-bottom viewing, a swim stop, sandwich, and drink. Guides speak English, French, Spanish, Italian, and Dutch.

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9.Private tour Fee to see whales and dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 2 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $310Best value

Travel from Seville to Tarifa in an air-conditioned vehicle, then join Turmares for a boat trip through the Strait of Gibraltar. From March to October, you may see dolphins, whales, and orcas. The group is limited to eight people, and the tour runs in English.

“Pour l’anniversaire de mon copain je me suis dit que voir des « dauphins, baleines et orques » serait un moment privilégié et inoubliable Malheureusement rien de tout cela n’a pu être fait Nous sommes transporté à Tarifa en minibus (2h de route prévu et annoncés) Sur la route, après 1h15 de trajet, il nous est avertis que le trmps n’est pas bon pour l’excursion et nous est recommandé de prendre des cachets à la pharmacie pour le mal de mer En arrivant, on peut en effet constater que le temps n’est pas dutout favorable à une sortie en mer Mais l’excursion est maintenant Une fois en mer , après de longues…”

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