WHALE AND DOLPHIN WATCHING SAILS IN SPAIN

The 15 Whale and Dolphin Watching Sails in Spain We Would Step Aboard

29 sailings  ·  from $20 a head

The good boats go first and the cheap seats go fastest of all. Below: 15 whale and dolphin watching sails in Spain worth booking ahead, what each includes and where they differ once you are aboard.

Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat - Looking for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles
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Tenerife: Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

1.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Cruise by Sail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,040 reviews · 3 hours · from $88Our pick

Sail from Los Gigantes with Third Element S.L. on a three-hour cruise limited to 10 people. Guides including David, Jamie, and Eileen share local wildlife knowledge in several languages while you look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds. The trip includes fruit, sandwiches, drinks, snorkeling gear, and a swim stop beneath the cliffs.

“Love the experience ,I really enjoy everything ,they was on time ,food and drinks excellent ,specially the Cava ,,the 3 guides was amazing with a lot of knowledge of the water life ,I recommend a 100 % to everyone”

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Fuerteventura: Sailing with Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching - Sailing south with the engine off
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Fuerteventura: Sailing with Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching

2.Sailing with Snorkeling and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,083 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $104

Sail Fuerteventura’s southern coast with skippers such as Younes and Carlos, watching for dolphins, pilot whales, and rays. You’ll stop to swim and snorkel, then enjoy local meats, cheese, fruit, bread, and drinks on deck. The boat usually carries a small group, though wildlife sightings and swim time depend on sea conditions.

“It was absolutely fantastic, excellent from start to finish”

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Marbella: Sailing & Dolphin Watching with Snacks and Drinks - Sailing along the Marbella coast
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Marbella: Sailing & Dolphin Watching with Snacks and Drinks

3.Sailing & Dolphin Watching with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,062 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $71

Sail from Puerto Banús on a shared or private 12 to 14 meter boat with an English or Spanish speaking captain. Look for dolphins and tuna, enjoy water, soft drinks, beer, wine, cava, and snacks, and take in views toward Marbella, Gibraltar, and Africa. Captains including Agustin, Vinny, Juan, and Tony are praised for friendly service.

“A perfect outing- with dolphins! We did the 4pm tour with captain Tony on the Mistral sailboat, which was clean and well maintained. Tony did a great job of safely taking us up and down the coast while socializing and serving drinks + snacks. And we saw plenty of dolphins- not just one but many sightings over the course of the afternoon. A perfect outing. Thank you, Tony!”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Tour – Los Gigantes (3H) - Watching whales and dolphins in the Teno-Rasca Marine Reserve
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Tour – Los Gigantes (3H)

4.Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Tour – Los Gigantes (3H)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 691 reviews · 3 hours · from $76

Sail from Los Gigantes aboard the 14-meter El Mojo Picón with skipper Antonio or Francesco. In three hours, you may see pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and fish in the Teno-Rasca Marine Reserve, then swim or snorkel beside the cliffs. Small groups, snacks, drinks, and gear are included.

“This was one of our highlights during out trip! So perfect.”

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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour Whale Watching Food and Snorkeling - Meeting the Roulette at Puerto Colón
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Tenerife: Sailboat Tour Whale Watching Food and Snorkeling

5.Sailboat Tour Whale Watching Food and Snorkeling

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

Join Roulette Charters at Puerto Colón for three hours aboard a 12-meter sailboat with Captain Salvador and a small crew. Look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds, then swim and snorkel in a sheltered bay. Sandwiches, cake, snacks, and drinks are included, with space for only 10 participants.

“This trip was fantastic, the skipper and mate were incredibly helpful, knowledgeable and really went out of their way to make you feel welcome. we chose a smaller boat as we have watched dolphins on larger boats in other parts of the world bit the smaller boat made it worthwhile as we're able to get close to the dolphins and there were no other boats in the vicinity. we saw numerous dolphins invlcluding calves right alongside the vessel. despite other reviews I have read the food was fine for a 3hr trip ham and tomato on a good baguette and carrot cake which was more than adequate. Drinks were continually…”

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Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat - Looking for pilot whales and dolphins
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Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat

6.Los Gigantes Whale Watching Charter by Sail Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 608 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $90Top rated

Sail Tenerife’s Los Gigantes coast aboard a 45-foot Bavaria Cruiser with a maximum of 10 people. Guides such as Jaime, Eileen, David, and Aileen explain the marine life and cliffs, then serve sandwiches, fruit, snacks, and drinks before a swim and snorkel stop. The trip lasts about three hours and returns to the marina.

“We saw a pod of pilotwhales and dolphins. Had a lovely snorkel, fab views. Crew were excellent, very knowledgeable and helpfull. 😀”

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Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Boat with Drinks, Snacks and Swimming Time - Three hours along Tenerife’s south coast
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Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Boat with Drinks, Snacks and Swimming Time

7.Whale and Dolphin Watching Sailing Boat with Drinks, Snacks and Swimming Time

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 511 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $78

Sail from Puerto Colón with a captain such as Guy, Alex, Dani, or Maximilian, searching Tenerife’s waters for pilot whales and dolphins. The three-hour trip includes a swim stop, snorkel equipment, a fresh sandwich, snacks, beer, wine, soft drinks, and a glass of Champagne or similar sparkling wine. Groups are limited to 11 people.

“We saw several sets of whales, the food/drink was fun. The guide was great, Guy has a great personality and really wants to share his knowledge of the ocean and marine life.”

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Estepona: Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink - Sailing the bay in search of dolphins
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Estepona: Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink

8.Estepona: Dolphin Watching Sailboat Cruise with Drink

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 488 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

Join Captain Manuel and his crew aboard the Intrépido at Estepona’s Pontoon 6 for a relaxed two-hour sail. You’ll search for dolphins, enjoy one soft drink, beer, or wine, and may stop for a sea swim if conditions are safe. The small, friendly setting, covered seating, and occasional whale sightings add to the appeal.

“EXCELLENT! Very nice trip with the Intrepido. A beautiful ship. We saw a lot of dolphins and the crew on the ship did a lot to get as close to them as possible. A really good experience. Parking on the harbour in Estepona is also very easy and close to the dock where the ship is located. I can definitely recommend this activity. Very good value for money. Best regards Jesper Omer, Denmark.”

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Whales & Dolphins watching in exclusive sailboat - Watching pilot whales without chasing them
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Whales & Dolphins watching in exclusive sailboat

9.Whales & Dolphins watching in exclusive sailboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 461 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $71

Set out from Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje aboard a small sailboat or catamaran with a skipper such as Raúl, Álvaro, Víctor, or Slava. Over about three hours, look for pilot whales and dolphins, stop for a swim, and enjoy sandwiches and drinks. Groups are limited to 11, making this a quieter choice than Tenerife’s larger boat trips.

“Really nice tour - small group, only 6 of us. We saw a big pod of pilot whales and stopped for a nice swim. The only gripe I had was that they did not sail the boat - it was all engine power which was a shame.”

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Sailing Adventure: Sailing, Dolphins and Relaxation with Drinks - Searching for dolphins in open water
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Sailing Adventure: Sailing, Dolphins and Relaxation with Drinks

10.Sailing Adventure: Sailing, Dolphins and Relaxation with Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 411 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $66

Set out from Puerto Banús for an intimate sailing trip of about two hours, with a maximum of 12 people. Your captain may track wild dolphins, stop for swimming or paddleboarding, and serve water, soft drinks, beer, white wine, and cava. Captains including Juan, Toni, Alberto, and Ricardo are praised for friendly, attentive hosting.

“Had a very nice trip with great weather, drinks and the very nice and skilled captain Alberto. Not only was the sailing very smooth, but he also gave great recommendations and background on the area. Highly recommend!”

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Whale and Dolphin Small Group Sailing from Tenerife South - Searching for pilot whales in Tenerife’s deep water
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Whale and Dolphin Small Group Sailing from Tenerife South

11.Whale and Dolphin Small Group Sailing from Tenerife South

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 342 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $60

Sail from Puerto Colón with Galatea captain Patrick on a three-hour trip limited to seven people. Search for pilot whales and dolphins, then stop near shore for swimming or snorkeling. Snorkeling gear, breakfast, and snacks are included, with the boat returning to Puerto Colón.

“We had a great time seeing pilot whales in Tenerife! The captain is very friendly and the sail was very relaxing. We would definitely do it again!”

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Dolphin and Whale Sailing Tour in Los Gigantes - Leaving Los Gigantes for Teno Rural Park
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Dolphin and Whale Sailing Tour in Los Gigantes

12.Dolphin and Whale Sailing Tour in Los Gigantes

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 274 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $84

Join a small-group sailing trip from Los Gigantes for about three hours aboard the yacht El Mojo Picon. Skippers such as Antonio and Francisco look for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and calderons near Teno Rural Park, then stop in a quiet cove for swimming and snorkeling. Snacks and drinks are included, with space for no more than 10 people.

“We had the most amazing time on the sailing boat. The excursion group consisted of my partner and me, 3 other passengers and Antonio. He was very knowlegdeable and provided us with lots of facts and information about the island, the sea and the whales. We saw a beautiful pod of tropical pilot whales and afterwards snorkeled in a place with beautiful fishes. The snacks provided were very nice. I really recommend this trip to others!”

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Tenerife: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour by Sailboat - Three hours along Costa Adeje
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Tenerife: Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour by Sailboat

13.Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour by Sailboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 228 reviews · 3 hours · from $69

Set out from Puerto Colón with a Spanish- or English-speaking crew on a three-hour marine-life trip along Costa Adeje. Expect a small group, views of whales or dolphins when conditions allow, drinks, snacks, a simple meal, and time to swim or snorkel. The boat may be motor-powered rather than sailing.

“Actually this has been the best tour in the whole vacation that we had on Tenerife.”

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Tenerife: Sailing Excursion with Whale and Dolphin Watching - Leaving Puerto Colón for the southern coast
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Tenerife: Sailing Excursion with Whale and Dolphin Watching

14.Sailing Excursion with Whale and Dolphin Watching

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 226 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three hours aboard a 52-foot sailing yacht from Puerto Colón, watching for pilot whales, dolphins, and turtles with an English, Spanish, French, or Italian-speaking guide. You’ll stop in a sheltered bay to swim or snorkel, with sandwiches, fruit, drinks, and basic gear included. Small groups help keep the outing calm and personal.

“Our group of four had an amazing time on the sailboat. One of us especially appreciated the friendliness and sociability of the crew, while another just loved everything about the experience! A third person would like to give a heads-up for those who may suffer from motion sickness: due to the large waves, it did get a little bumpy, so be prepared. But overall, the trip was fantastic. We saw a lot of whales, including some small ones, which was truly impressive. We also stopped in a beautiful bay to swim and enjoy the scenery. There were 10 people on board (excluding the crew), but it never felt crowded –…”

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From Los Gigantes: Whale Watching Sailboat Cruise - Setting out from Los Gigantes
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From Los Gigantes: Whale Watching Sailboat Cruise

15.Whale Watching Sailboat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 215 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $88

Join Picarus Sailing Club aboard Aemon or Ayla, a 46-foot sailboat carrying no more than nine passengers. Search for pilot whales, dolphins, and other marine life with a Spanish, English, or French-speaking guide, then snorkel beneath Los Gigantes and enjoy homemade tapas. Guides including Sara, Felix, Jakob, Miguel, and Nettie are praised for clear explanations and careful wildlife viewing.

“Only small group, not full boat then other companies, perfect”

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