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 experience! The tour guides were really nice and courteous! I would definitely recommend this tour!”
No-chase whale and dolphin safari in Los Cristianos on the Bahriyeli: strict policy, multilingual guides, calm 2-hour cruise.
“It was a very good trip, the boat was clean and there comfortable. The guides were informative and helpful, the boat wasn’t full and this helped with getting a good view, I think it would be different if fill as sone seats were in the middle meaning it would be difficult to get a good…”
Benalmádena dolphin cruise on the New Magic catamaran along Costa del Sol. Underwater windows, bar snacks, optional swim, fair 50% deal.
“Amazing experience seeing the beautiful dolphins in their own habitat”
Eco catamaran whale and dolphin cruise from Costa Adeje with underwater audio, snacks and drinks, and a swim stop.
“The crew was very friendly, they translated everything in every member’s mother language. What it stayed with me - At some point they stopped to take some plastic from the ocean. We saw lots of dolphins and wales, even a sea turtle. Everything was very clean even in the bathrooms. Worth every penny 100%.”
Catamaran dolphin watch off Puerto Rico de Gran Canaria with below-deck glass viewing, a swim and snorkeling stop, plus soft drinks.
“We had so much fun, the amount of time you get on the boat for the price, plus the knowledge and determination of the crew is brilliant. They were so polite and accommodating and the snacks are a nice bonus too.”
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.
“Amazing crew Alejandro! The best views and swimming stop. Dolphins area where we stoped by is incredible, seeing dolphins family with babies is unbelievable to see!”
Two-hour Magic Dolphin cruise from Morro Jable for guided dolphin and whale spotting, drinks onboard, and a swim stop at Jandía.
“The staff were friendly and accommodating, I loved the boat ride even though we didn't see any whales or dolphins we saw flying fish and a turtle.”
Speedboat dolphin and whale watching from Morro Jable plus a 30-minute snorkeling stop, cold drink, and expert multilingual guides for $61.
“It was great! They have a guide speaking several language (DE, FR, IT, ES, EN from our outing) and dedicated to spotting the animals for us. The vibe was great as well! As mentionned in the description: it is a speed boat (I saw comments complaining) It can go fast and moves a lot, it…”
Pirate-ship whale watching in Tenerife: Peter Pan sails from Los Cristianos, with ethical sightings and an optional swim stop.
“Great activity for both adults and children ( our children were 17 14 & 7 ) Great views of the coastline whilst following Whales / Dolphins. Take the opportunity to dive / jump into the sea its not the sort of opportunity you get every day.. Great value for money..”
Sail from Los Cristianos on the Viking ship Ragnarök for 2 hours of whale and dolphin watching off Tenerife, with great crew and space.
“We went on the Viking boat “Ragnarök” and had the best time! The crew was super friendly and genuinely fun, which made the whole trip relaxed and entertaining. You could order food and drinks, and the overall atmosphere was amazing: the music, the Viking-style design of the boat, and the view over the ocean all…”
Speedboat dolphin and whale watching from Morro Jable plus a 30-minute snorkel stop, gear included, with hotel pickup and guides.
“guide was great brilliant with the kids who loved the boat, we did not see any whales or dolphins which slightly took the shine off as for our family the day trip was at the top end of the budget, all in all we had brilliant fun but it is expensive if you dont manage…”
3-hour small-yacht whale and dolphin watching in southern Tenerife with snorkeling for turtles, plus unlimited drinks and snacks.
“Very personal experience rather than a large boat. The host/captin was excellent. Fantastic seeing dolphins in their natural habitat”
3-hour catamaran cruise from Tenerife for likely pilot whales and dolphins, with transfers, snacks, tapas, drinks, and a swim.
“Fantastic boat trip, the staff were fabulous and we managed to see whales & Dolphins, had a lovely swim and food was great”
Dolphin watching in Mallorca from Santa Ponsa on a glass-bottom boat. Look for Risso’s, bottlenose, and more, plus optional swim.
“Very good guide , got to see lots of dolphins, good friendly staffs , clean toilets but only part was no glass bottom were provided but we don’t drink didn’t matter .”
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.
“Amazing, crew were nice & we saw living wild dolphins😍”
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