About this tour
When Ben from our BugBitten team took this catamaran cruise off southern Tenerife, it ticked the boxes for a proper relaxed day on the water. You're looking at three hours scanning the Atlantic for whales and dolphins from a sturdy catamaran, with swimming and snorkelling thrown in. The boat's got a generous sundeck and a shaded interior lounge — proper comfortable. Spanish tapas, drinks (alcoholic and otherwise), hotel pickup from Los Cristianos or Las Américas, and an air-con minivan ride back round out the package. It's the kind of tour that works whether you're travelling with little ones or mates who just want to kick back.
Highlights
- Stable catamaran design cuts through choppy Atlantic swells smoothly
- Whale and dolphin sightings possible — real wildlife, not guaranteed theatre
- Sundeck seating abundant; no scrambling for a decent spot
- Spanish tapas and drinks kept coming throughout the three hours
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included; no transport faff
- Swimming and snorkelling opportunity if marine life appears
- Relaxed crew vibe — not rushing you through the itinerary
- Shaded interior lounge useful when sun gets too fierce
What to expect
You'll be picked up from your hotel in an air-con minivan and ferried to the boat in Los Cristianos. Once aboard, the crew points out the best viewing spots and you settle in on the generous sundeck or inside lounge. The real magic is the wildlife hunt — the boat cruises looking for pods, and when they appear, things get genuinely exciting. Ben found the crew knew their stuff and didn't oversell sightings.
Meanwhile, Spanish tapas and snacks circulate steadily, along with wine, beer, cava, coffee, and water. The catamaran's design means you're not getting tossed around like a fairground ride, which matters when you're trying to eat and spot animals. Around the midpoint, if conditions suit, you can get in the water for a swim or snorkel. The three hours clips along — doesn't feel rushed, but you're not sitting idle either. Drop-off back at your hotel wraps things up mid-afternoon.
What travellers say
- Stable catamaran ride — less likely to make you queasy
- Spanish tapas and drinks genuinely included throughout
- Hotel pickup and minivan transport removes logistical stress
- Relaxed crew and decent-sized group keeps things unhurried
- Works well for families with young kids and prams
- Shaded lounge available if sundeck heat gets intense
- Wildlife sightings not guaranteed — luck and timing matter
- Peak season crowds; book early for smaller group feel
- Swimming and snorkelling dependent on sea state conditions
- Sun exposure intense on sundeck; bring serious sun protection
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This works for families with infants (prams accommodated, specialised seats available) and all fitness levels. The catamaran is genuinely stable, so seasickness is less of a concern than on smaller boats. Food and drink are proper included — Spanish tapas and alcohol, not token nibbles. Hotel pickup saves you wrestling with taxis. Small groups mean the crew actually notices you.
Whale and dolphin sightings aren't guaranteed — you're dependent on marine life turning up. Peak season (summer) brings larger crowds, so early booking helps. Swimming and snorkelling depend on sea conditions; rough days mean you stay dry. If you're not keen on boats at all, skip it. The tour relies on decent weather; high winds or heavy swells can mean a less comfortable ride or cancellation.
Bring sunscreen and a hat — three hours on deck without shade is brutal. Swimmers should pack kit; some bring underwater cameras. Pickup happens from Los Cristianos and Las Américas (South Tenerife). Service animals allowed. Public transport nearby if you're not hotel-based.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.