6 Whale Watching and Snorkeling Trips in Spain to Build a Morning Around

1.Morro Jable: Dolphin and Whale Watching and Snorkelling

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,687 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $61Our pick

Join guides such as Maurizio, Cesar, or Cristina at Morro Jable for a fast Atlantic cruise, marine-life search, and 30-minute snorkel stop. Expect music, sea spray, and expert spotting, but no guaranteed dolphin or whale sightings. South-island transfers and equipment are included.

“Cannot recommend this activity enough our guide was outstanding great comedy throughout the tour with good knowledge of the animals we saw we had our 5 year old daughter with us and he made an incredible fuss over her allowing her the steer the boat amongst other things”

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2.2h Dolphin and Whale Viewing + Snorkeling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 940 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $62

Join a small speedboat from Morro Jable for roughly two hours of dolphin and whale watching, wave rides, and a 30-minute snorkeling stop. Guides including Maurizio keep the outing lively, with hotel pickup, equipment, and a cold drink included. Expect spray, bare feet, and an exciting ride.

“Fantastic crew very happy friendly so much fun! You have to keep your eyes peeled my daughter spotted the Turtles! Saw family of Dolphins just amazing experience!!! Thank you so much”

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3.Tenerife: Sailboat Tour Whale Watching Food and Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 652 reviews · 3 hours · from $70

Join Salvador and the Roulette Charters crew for a three-hour sail from Puerto Colón. With only 10 passengers, you can watch pilot whales and dolphins from a quiet 12-meter sailboat, swim and snorkel in a sheltered bay, and enjoy sandwiches, cake, snacks, and drinks.

“Salvador was an excellent captain and very knowledgeable. Great time on the boat”

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4.Tenerife: Whales and Snorkeling Tour on a Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 443 reviews · 3 hours · from $101

Join Michael and the Royal Ocean crew for a three-hour yacht trip from Marina del Sur. Look for pilot whales and dolphins, enjoy Spanish tapas and unlimited drinks, then swim or snorkel in a sheltered bay. The yacht carries up to 10 people, with pickup available from Costa Adeje.

“We had such a great time. The 4 hour tour was allowing us to see de whales as well jumping off the boat and swimming. Our guide Michael was so nice and fun. Highly recommended.”

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5.Tenerife Whale Watching and Snorkeling Yacht Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 162 reviews · from $62

Sail from Puerto Colón with a crew led by captains such as Dani, Salvatore, or Marco. Spend most of the trip looking for wild pilot whales and dolphins, then stop at Playa del Puertito for swimming, snorkeling, snacks, and a chance to spot turtles.

“It was my mum’s 60’s birthday and it was her dream to see dolphins. Captain and the team were incredible, they made our day truly unforgettable, we saw so many dolphins up close. Huge thank you to Jenny for arranging the cake, it was a such a sweet touch. We had absolutely fantastic time onboard! Captain and chief stew were so attentive, we were offered lunch and drinks, and they made sure everyone were comfortable during the trip. Beautiful, luxurious sailing yacht and can’t recommend enough, would definitely come back again next year! Definitely one of the best captains, he is good in finding dolphins and whales. 5 star experience!!!!!…”

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6.SEA SAFARI, Dolphins, Whales, snorkeling, snack and drink, 2 h speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $54Best value

Set out from Costa Adeje with captain Marco on a small speedboat limited to 11 people. Cruise Tenerife’s Atlantic coast looking for whales and dolphins, then stop for swimming or snorkeling. A snack and drink are included, and the trip returns to Av. de Colón.

“One of the best experiences of our life! We were very lucky with the guide, the weather, the animals we saw... out of 10!Auto-translated”

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