CATAMARAN OCEAN CRUISE TOUR, Food & Drinks included!

Tenerife’s south coast looks best from the water, and this three-hour catamaran cruise gives you two good reasons to leave the beach: the chance to see pilot whales and dolphins in their natural home, followed by a swim stop at Playa de los Hippies. The boat heads out from Puerto Colón toward La Gomera, so the cruise itself is part of the experience, not just transport to a beach.

I like the included food and open drinks service, which makes the $108.37 price easier to understand, and I like the convenience of pickup and drop-off from south Tenerife hotels. The main caution is capacity: the experience is advertised for a maximum of 18 people, but one departure carried 24 adults and a child after a weather-related rescheduling problem.

Key points to know before booking

• Pilot whales are the main wildlife sighting: You may also see dolphins, but no wild animal sighting is guaranteed.
• Playa de los Hippies is the second stop: You can swim, snorkel, eat tapas, enjoy fruit, or simply look back at Tenerife from the sea.
• South Tenerife pickup is offered: Add your hotel, telephone number, and email when booking so the operator can plan transport.
• Food and drinks are included: Tapas, snacks, fruit, and a selection of drinks are served during the outing.
• The advertised group size needs checking: The usual limit is listed as 18, but one recorded departure was larger.
• The cruise returns to Puerto Colón: The activity begins and ends at Club Náutico Puerto Colón de Adeje.

Leaving Puerto Colón for open water

You meet at Club Náutico Puerto Colón de Adeje on Avenida de Colón in Costa Adeje. If you are staying elsewhere in south Tenerife, pickup may save you a taxi ride and remove some of the usual port-day fuss. Give the operator your hotel, telephone number, and email when you book, since those details are specifically requested for transport planning.

Once aboard, the crew takes you out from Puerto Colón in the direction of La Gomera. You are not crossing to the island, but heading toward the open water between Tenerife and La Gomera, where the whale-watching part of the trip takes place.

That route gives you a useful change of scene. Puerto Colón is busy with boats and harbor activity, while the coast quickly opens into wide sea views. You can look back at Tenerife’s southern slopes from a perspective that road-based excursions cannot provide.

The boat is described as spacious, and the trip is offered in English. The crew is presented as friendly and experienced, with explanations about whales and the ocean during the outing. There are no individual guide names supplied, so you should not expect a named naturalist-led program. This is a relaxed boat excursion with wildlife information, rather than a specialist research trip.

Searching for pilot whales and dolphins

The wildlife portion is the heart of the cruise. Pilot whales are a particularly important possibility here, and several departures have seen family groups, including one sighting of a mother with a small calf. Seeing whales behaving naturally, rather than performing for a boat, can be a powerful moment.

Dolphins are also possible. One trip recorded several groups, while another saw dolphins and pilot whales together. But the experience cannot promise either species. One departure saw no dolphins, and conditions at sea can change the result of any wildlife outing.

That uncertainty matters when you judge the price. You are paying for time on the water, crew service, food, drinks, and the chance to locate wildlife, not for a guaranteed animal encounter. If seeing whales is your sole reason for booking, keep your expectations sensible.

The crew’s approach to wildlife is another useful detail. Their role includes explaining what you see and operating with care around animals in the ocean. That makes the trip more worthwhile than simply spotting a fin and moving on, though the amount of explanation may vary with the crew and the day.

Bring patience. Wildlife watching involves stretches of simply looking out to sea, and a three-hour trip gives the boat time to search before moving to the swimming stop. If you want a quick, guaranteed attraction, this is not the right format. If you enjoy the possibility of an unscripted sighting, the uncertainty is part of the appeal.

Playa de los Hippies and the swimming stop

After the wildlife search, the catamaran heads to Playa de los Hippies. This is the more relaxed half of the outing, with time to swim, snorkel, or remain aboard with a drink and take in the mountain views of Tenerife.

The stop is valuable because it breaks up the open-water watching. You get movement, wildlife, and coastal views first, then a pause where you can cool off and eat. If you do not want to swim, you can still enjoy the bay and the view from the boat.

Snorkeling is included as an activity option, but the supplied details do not specify the equipment available. Ask the crew on the day if you need gear. The same applies to the exact length of the swim stop, which is not given.

Playa de los Hippies is described as inviting and suitable for relaxing, but it is not presented as a major sightseeing site with a long list of attractions. Its value is simple: a scenic place to stop, have lunch, and see Tenerife from the sea.

Tapas, fruit, snacks, and drinks on board

The food service is one of the strongest parts of the package. You receive tapas, snacks, fruit, and drinks during the excursion, so you do not need to arrange lunch separately for this three-hour period.

The food has received both strong praise and one important criticism. On several departures, the tapas were described as better than expected, with good portions and excellent taste. Another departure reported very limited food, possibly because the boat was carrying more people than expected.

That difference is worth keeping in mind. The menu is described in broad terms rather than as a fixed selection, so do not book this as a gourmet meal. Think of it as a generous boat lunch that adds real value to the day, with quality and quantity potentially affected by the number of people aboard.

The drinks selection appears to be a highlight. Several accounts describe plentiful service and no stated limit on the number of drinks. A honey rum shot at the end has also been offered, which is a cheerful local-style touch, though you should not assume every departure will provide exactly the same extras.

The best practical choice is to treat the included food as welcome fuel, not the main purpose of the trip. If you have dietary restrictions, the available information does not confirm special menus, so ask before booking.

How much value do you get for $108.37?

At $108.37 per person, this is not the cheapest way to spend three hours in Tenerife. The price makes more sense when you add up what is included: south Tenerife pickup and return, a catamaran cruise, wildlife watching, a swimming and snorkeling stop, lunch-style food, fruit, snacks, and drinks.

The trip also combines several separate holiday activities. A whale-watching outing, a short coastal cruise, a swim stop, and a meal could easily take up more planning if arranged separately. Here, one crew handles the route and the service, and you return to the same port.

I would call the value good for someone who wants a comfortable half-day on the water and expects to make use of the food and drinks. It is weaker value if you only want a guaranteed swim or only want a quick look at whales.

The group-size question affects the value more than the price itself. The stated maximum is 18 people, which suggests a more personal trip than a large sightseeing boat. Yet one departure carried 24 adults and one child after guests had to be moved from a weather-affected previous day. The operator explained that the catamaran is licensed for more than 18 people and said the listing information would be reviewed.

If a small group is essential to you, contact the provider before paying and ask what capacity applies to your date. A larger boat may still feel comfortable, but it changes the atmosphere and can make food service and access to the best viewing spots less easy.

Pickup, meeting point, and timing

The official meeting point is Club Náutico Puerto Colón de Adeje, Avenida de Colón, 38660 Costa Adeje. The activity ends back at that meeting point, which makes onward planning straightforward.

Pickup is offered in south Tenerife. One departure used a pleasant van and arrived on time, with good communication about the schedule. That is useful if you are staying around Costa Adeje or nearby resort areas and prefer not to navigate the port yourself.

You should not assume pickup is automatic until your details are confirmed. Supply your hotel, telephone number, and email when booking, and watch for the confirmation, which is issued within 48 hours subject to availability.

The cruise lasts about three hours. That is long enough to include a wildlife search and a beach stop, but short enough to fit into a morning or afternoon without taking over the entire day. The listed itinerary also names Golf Costa Adeje as a stop, although the main description presents Puerto Colón, the open-water route toward La Gomera, and Playa de los Hippies as the important parts of the outing. Confirm the exact departure details if the Golf Costa Adeje reference affects your plans.

Comfort, sea conditions, and who should take care

This is a boat trip, so sea conditions matter. The excursion requires good weather, and poor conditions can lead to a new date or a full refund. That policy protects you from being sent out in unsuitable weather, but it can also affect your holiday schedule.

One useful detail from the trip is the availability of ginger to help with seasickness. That is not a cure for everyone, but it shows the crew is prepared for a common problem. If you are prone to motion sickness, sit where the movement feels easiest, keep your eyes on the horizon, and consider your usual precautions before departure.

Most people can participate, and service animals are allowed. The excursion is near public transportation, and pickup may make it easier for people who do not want to arrange their own route to the port. The information does not give specific details about ramps, steps, or access to the swimming area, so ask the operator if you have mobility needs.

Children can take part, as one departure included a child, but the available details do not provide a minimum age or child pricing. Ask before booking if either point matters for your family.

The experience for different kinds of visitors

I would recommend this cruise to couples, families, and small groups who want a mix of nature and leisure. You do not need to be an expert whale watcher, a keen snorkeler, or a serious sailor. The day works even if you spend most of the time sitting with a drink and watching Tenerife’s coast.

It is also a good fit for a group holiday. One booking included ten people, and the format gave them food, drinks, wildlife, and a swim without splitting up to plan separate activities.

I would be more cautious for someone who dislikes uncertainty. You might see pilot whales, dolphins, both, or neither. The boat may also feel busier than expected if the operator has to reschedule people from another departure.

If you are choosing between this and a large party boat, this cruise appears better suited to people who want a calmer outing with some wildlife interest. Still, confirm the current passenger limit if personal space is a priority.

Booking and cancellation details

Confirmation is issued within 48 hours, subject to availability. You can cancel without charge up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund.

Cancellations or changes made less than 24 hours before departure are not accepted for a refund. The cut-off uses local Tenerife time, so do not wait until the last moment if your plans are uncertain.

Bad weather is handled separately. If the operator cancels because conditions are poor, you are offered another date or a full refund. That is sensible for a sea excursion, but leave some flexibility in your schedule if this is an important part of your holiday.

Should you book this Tenerife catamaran cruise?

Book it if you want a three-hour coastal outing with wildlife, lunch, swimming, and drinks in one package. The strongest reasons are the chance to see pilot whale family groups, the helpful south-coast pickup, and the generous service reported on many departures.

Before paying, ask one direct question: how many people are expected on your date? The advertised limit of 18 may not always match the actual number aboard. If the answer is satisfactory, the $108.37 price offers fair value for a half-day that combines several activities.

Skip it if you need guaranteed dolphins, a fixed gourmet menu, or a strictly small group. For everyone else, this is a pleasant way to trade Tenerife’s resort streets for open water, with the bonus of a swim and a proper plate of tapas before returning to Puerto Colón.

FAQ

Where does the catamaran cruise start?

It starts at Club Náutico Puerto Colón de Adeje, Avenida de Colón, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain.

Where does the activity finish?

The cruise ends back at the meeting point at Puerto Colón.

How long does the cruise last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup is offered in south Tenerife. You should provide your hotel, telephone number, and email address when booking.

What wildlife might I see?

You may see pilot whales and dolphins. Sightings are not guaranteed because these are wild animals.

Does the cruise include swimming?

Yes. The second stop at Playa de los Hippies allows time for swimming and snorkeling.

Is food included?

Yes. The package includes tapas, snacks, fruit, and drinks.

Are drinks included without a stated limit?

The available information describes a selection of drinks and reports plentiful service with no stated limit. Ask the operator if you need confirmation about a particular beverage.

How many people can join the cruise?

The experience is listed with a maximum of 18 travelers. One departure carried 24 adults and a child after a weather-related rescheduling issue, so confirm the expected capacity for your date if group size matters.

What happens if bad weather cancels the cruise?

You are offered a different date or a full refund if the activity is canceled because of poor weather.

Can I cancel for a full refund?

Yes. You must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience start time. Cancellations made less than 24 hours in advance are not refunded.

Are service animals allowed?

Yes. Service animals are allowed on the experience.

Is the tour offered in English?

Yes. The activity is offered in English.