DOLPHIN TRAVEL GUIDE
The trips that actually find the pods.
The 15 dolphin tours travellers rate highest in Spain, from the volcanic coast of Tenerife and the calas of Mallorca to the resident pods off the Strait of Gibraltar. Respectful eco-cruises, catamaran sails and swim stops, harbour by harbour.
Ethical whale and dolphin watching from Los Cristianos on a purpose-built eco-yacht, plus Cave of Love views and a swim stop.
Most Popular“Great activity friendly staff woild highly recommended”
No-chase whale and dolphin safari in Los Cristianos on the Bahriyeli: strict policy, multilingual guides, calm 2-hour cruise.
“Very pleasant and interesting couple of hours. Saw plenty of dolphins and pilot whales.”
Benalmádena dolphin cruise on the New Magic catamaran along Costa del Sol. Underwater windows, bar snacks, optional swim, fair 50% deal.
“This was amazing, the price is good, the boat comfortable, calm seas helps Didn’t have to go out for hours. Then the pod of dolphins were spotted and they were just amazing and beautiful, it was like they were happy to see us. They then went away and came back. It was such an experience…”
Eco catamaran whale and dolphin cruise from Costa Adeje with underwater audio, snacks and drinks, and a swim stop.
“It was a nice trip, very confortable boat, we saw dolphins and the stop to swim was nice too. Highly recommend”
Catamaran dolphin watch off Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria with below-deck glass viewing, a swim and snorkeling stop, plus soft drinks.
“Very impressed with how many languages the guide could speak fluently and also the efforts and hard work of the crew and knowledge about the ocean and wildlife”
2-hour Los Gigantes cruise for dolphins and pilot whales, close cliff views, and a swim stop at Juan López or Masca in the Canary Islands.
“Every part of the trip was fantastic. We saw whales, dolphins and turtles. Our guide was brilliant. Very informative and friendly. Seeing the turtles was a lovely surprise but only possible by the actions of our eagle eyed guide.”
Two-hour Magic Dolphin cruise from Morro Jable for guided dolphin and whale spotting, drinks onboard, and a swim stop at Jandía.
“We had a really good day, we drove down as we hired a car, but parking was in the marina (lucky) and then walked to the boats. Easily found and the staff were so good. very helpful did explain we may not see any Dolphins as we have to go looking for them but we…”
Speedboat dolphin and whale watching from Morro Jable plus a 30-minute snorkeling stop, cold drink, and expert multilingual guides for $61.
“They took us in a speed boat, It was an exciting ride. We have watched dolphins and pilot whales, it was an unbelievable experience(Including the speed boat). The guide was very funny and nice.”
Pirate-ship whale watching in Tenerife: Peter Pan sails from Los Cristianos, with ethical sightings and an optional swim stop.
“A very friendly crew. The boat was lovely to travel in.”
Sail from Los Cristianos on the Viking ship Ragnarök for 2 hours of whale and dolphin watching off Tenerife, with great crew and space.
“from start to finish it was absolutely amazing all the staff was really friendly and you can tell they love the ocean the boat was incredible and the whales and the dolphins spectacular will be booking again 5 stars dont cover it”
Speedboat dolphin and whale watching from Morro Jable plus a 30-minute snorkel stop, gear included, with hotel pickup and guides.
“Great experience! Went on Thursday 13th March. Ended up being asked to sit at the back of the boat as a solo traveller so a couple could fill the front seats which I did find a bit unfair but once we were out at sea taking pictures I moved to the front of the boat…”
3-hour small-yacht whale and dolphin watching in southern Tenerife with snorkeling for turtles, plus unlimited drinks and snacks.
“Real nice tour, our captain/guide (Max) was great. Dolphins and whales were really close to viat!”
3-hour catamaran cruise from Tenerife for likely pilot whales and dolphins, with transfers, snacks, tapas, drinks, and a swim.
“Enjoyable trip out. Hosts were helpful and knowledgable. Buffet tapas was nice and there were plenty offers of drinks throughout (both alcoholic and non-alcoholic). Didn't see any dolphins but plenty of whales about for the cameras. Recommended.”
Dolphin watching in Mallorca from Santa Ponsa on a glass-bottom boat. Look for Risso’s, bottlenose, and more, plus optional swim.
“Experience brilliant crew very nice and pleasant and we saw many Dolphins. Guide very funny and witty. spoke many languages.”
Gran Canaria dolphin and whale cruise with a live guide, onboard bar, and real wildlife chances off the Canary Islands for about 2.5 hours.
“We saw the dolphins and lots of them! Staff were lovely and really polite! Highly recommend this trip!”
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