Top Canary Islands Nature and Wildlife Tours

The south coast of Tenerife is one of the few places in the world where you can spot whales year-round, and the best views are from the water. On this eco-yacht cruise, maximize your chances of spotting whales and dolphins while minimizing your impact on the environment. Set sail from Los Cristianos and admire spectacular views as you cruise along the coast, stopping to swim and visit the Cave of Love.

Teide National Park is known for being one of the best places in Tenerife to watch the sunset and go stargazing—and with this tour, you can do both. No need to eat before your trip, as the tour starts with a 3-course dinner. This gives you plenty of energy to visit Teide National Park to learn about volcanoes, view the sunset, then take part in an interactive stargazing experience using specialist equipment.

Take in Lanzarote's highlights, without the hassle of planning a route and navigating between them, on this group tour. Enjoy a wide itinerary that includes Timanfaya National Park, Jameos del Agua, Cueva de los Verdes, and more, without having to organize separate entry tickets. Take volcanoes, coastline, culture, and more in under a day, making this well-suited for travelers with limited time on the island.

Large whale-watching boats can feel crowded and impersonal. This small-group tour from south Tenerife limits numbers to just ten guests, offering a more intimate, eco-friendly way to see marine life. Join onboard biologists as you search for whales and dolphins, and listen to their calls through a hydrophone for a deeper understanding of the ocean around you. It’s a quieter, educational alternative to standard sightseeing cruises.

Learn more about volcanoes and their impact on Gran Canaria, without the pressure of putting together your own itinerary, with this group tour. Part walking tour, part hike, with vehicle transportation in between, follow your guide's lead as you explore Pico de Bandama, Caldera of Bandama, Cruz de Tejeda, with La Caldera de Tejeda looming in the background, Roque Nublo, and Pico de Las Nieves.

Do something a little different and see a different side to Gran Canaria with this Banana Museum tour. Short and manageable, this activity is well-suited to families who don't want to commit to anything too time-intensive. Follow your guide around the estate, as you learn about banana cultivation and its uses in different products. Indulge your sweet tooth in some banana tastings, too.

Explore Tenerife's Teide National Park without the hassle of figuring out how to get there and back with this small-group tour. After seamless pickup from your hotel, relax as your guide handles the organization and logistics. Enjoy an itinerary that includes stops at panoramic viewpoints and a guided walk through lava fields and volcanoes, all without the worry of getting lost.

Sail along Tenerife’s south coast with a professional crew and marine guide to teach you facts about the underwater world that you wouldn’t know about if traveling alone. As well as having the opportunity to spot whales and dolphins, the boat is equipped with an underwater sound system and onboard speakers, so you'll have the rare opportunity to hear the sounds of marine life in real-time too.

Explore Teide National Park with a professional guide on this small-group tour. You'll see a 500-year-old lava flow, hike to the crater of the Samara volcano, and see a lava field that measures more than three square miles (five square kilometers). You will also have the opportunity to make a photo stop at Roques de Garcia and visit the forested village of Vilaflor before returning to your hotel.

If you’re limited on time, but still want to see whales and dolphins while touring the Spanish Coast, this Costa Adeje Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise with Lunch is the perfect solution. Set out on the water with a small-group and guide to keep a lookout for dolphins and whales in their natural habitat. Plus, you’ll enjoy food and drinks on the catamaran’s spacious sundecks.

We depart from dock 4 of Puerto Colón, we will set sail in search of cetaceans, we will navigate in the Teno-Rasca special conservation area and up to a distance of 3 miles from the coast, reaching a depth of one thousand meters. We will go in search of the Calderón tropical, one of the main resident species of Tenerife. From the moment we leave the pier very close to the coast, we can already find dolphins, turtles and seabirds. With luck, we may also see some of the migratory cetaceans that frequent the Canary Islands. We will approach them at a reasonable distance so as not to disturb them and to be able to observe, photograph and record them, the crew will be happy to explain and show you the information on the cetaceans that we have on board.

See a new perspective on Fuerteventura and its abundant wildlife on this small-group whale and dolphin watching boat tour. Choose from several convenient tour times, hop aboard your Zodiac and set sail. You can admire the spectacular coastal scenery of Fuerteventura, such as the Jandía Nature Reserve and Morro Jable beach. And keep an eye out for whales, dolphins, and other marine life as you cruise.

Teide National Park is one of the most visited spots in Tenerife and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. With this tour, take in all the highlights, including the mighty Mt Teide and Pico Viejo volcanos, the lush pine forests of El Pino Gordo, and the unique lava landscapes of the Roques de Garcia. Visit the mountain town of Vilaflor and stop at various viewpoints along the way.

An ideal choice for cruise ship passengers with limited time at Santa Cruz de Tenerife—this private shore excursion is an excellent way to explore the island. Get picked up from the harbor or your hotel—then ride with a private driver between dispersed highlights, including Teide National Park, Masca Village, and Garachico.

Sail out for to sea for the chance to spot whales and dolphins in their natural habitat with this catamaran adventure. Along with searching for aquatic mammals, you’ll get the chance to sunbathe on deck as you snack on sandwiches and sip on included drinks. You'll also have plenty of time to swim and snorkel before making your way back to shore.

La Palma has some of the darkest skies in the Northern Hemisphere, but the best of it sits high on Roque de los Muchachos, hard to reach on your own after dark. Head up the mountain on a private stargazing tour beside La Palma's professional observatories, where a starlight guide points out planets, nebulae, and galaxies through a deep-sky telescope.

Discover the best of northern Tenerife when you embark on this full-day excursion. Visit the UNESCO-listed Teide National Park to explore the volcano and surrounding landscapes. Then, explore the town of Icod de los Vinos and its 800-year-old dragon tree. After free time for lunch, head to Garachico to explore the old town and natural pools. Your final destination of the day is the beautiful hamlet of Masca.

Explore the dunes of Maspalomas the traditional way on this 30-minute camel-riding adventure in Gran Canaria. Climb into the saddle and head deep into the Gran Canarian countryside on camelback with a guide. Along the way, enjoy the sensation of riding on the back of these gentle giants. Admire sweeping views over the rolling sand dunes, rocky ridges and rugged landscapes for which Gran Canaria is famous.

Search for the dozens of whale and dolphin species surrounding Tenerife aboard a yacht equipped with snorkeling equipment and chilled drinks. A smaller boat size is ideal for maximizing sightings, and you’ll have access to both shaded seating and sundecks—ensuring comfort in any weather. Mooring in a quiet cove for a swim gives you a chance to explore beneath the surface using provided snorkeling gear.

Sail off the coast of Tenerife and get the chance to spot dolphins and whales in the wild with this three-hour excursion. You'll also have the opportunity to jump straight into the waters to swim or snorkel, or you can just hang out on board and eat a catered lunch.

Switch up your evening plans and see a side of Tenerife only available at night with this stargazing and dinner package. Enjoy an all-inclusive experience that covers logistics, dinner, and an astronomy session. Become more familiar with the night sky with the use of telescopes and a guide who points out different planets, stars, and galaxies, all while you learn about the science and mythology behind what you see.

Experience Mt. Teide National Park and northern Tenerife on this day tour from south Tenerife. Travel into Mt. Teide’s UNESCO-listed volcanic landscapes, call at the quaint town of Vilaflor, and visit Icod Los Vinos to see its famous Drago Tree and have lunch (own expense). Finally, visit the north-coast port of Garachico and mountain hamlet of Masca, famous for its canyon-and-sea views across to La Gomera. Includes select south Tenerife hotel pickup and drop-off.

We're not just another sighting ship in Tenerife. We offer a careful experience in detail, designed for those who seek quality, exclusivity and respect for the environment. We have a fleet of three premium sailboats of between 12 and 14 meters, limited to only 11 passengers per boat. This ensures a much more intimate, comfortable experience away from the crowds. Unlike other crowded tours, here you will sail quietly, increasing the chances of spotting cetaceans up close and naturally. Our captains do not only sail : they interpret the sea and know the behavior of cetaceans, which makes the difference in each departure. In addition, we take care of every detail on board so that you can enjoy without rush: space, comfort, close treatment and a relaxed atmosphere that turns the excursion into something really special.