About this tour
When Lily from our team ran this western Tenerife cruise, we spent 4.5 hours bobbing along the island's southwestern coast aboard a catamaran built for lounging. The boat swings past the dramatic Los Gigantes cliffs, dips into Masca Bay for a mandatory splash, and serves up a buffet lunch with unlimited drinks. It's a straightforward half-day float aimed at sun-worshippers and swimmers rather than adrenaline seekers — the kind of tour where you'll spot other holidaymakers in various states of relaxation, and occasionally spot dolphins if the ocean's in the mood.
Highlights
- Two-deck setup lets you chase or dodge the sun as it moves
- Compulsory swim at Masca Bay breaks up the lounging nicely
- Buffet lunch with rice, chicken, or meatballs — nothing fancy, plenty filling
- Unlimited drinks throughout means no trip to the bar counter
- Los Gigantes cliffs from sea level hit different than land views
- Hotel pickup and drop-off included, no mucking about with taxis
- Crew were switched-on and kept the vibe easy
- Actual dolphin sightings happened — though not guaranteed
What to expect
The morning starts with a hotel pickup that'll get you to the marina on time. Once aboard, you've got options: claim a spot on the upper sun deck if you like baking, or settle into the air-conditioned lower lounge if the heat gets too much. The catamaran heads out into open water, and the Los Gigantes cliffs come into view — they're genuinely massive, towering straight out of the ocean. There's a good stretch of sailing time before the crew cuts the engines at Masca Bay and basically insists everyone jumps in for a swim. It's refreshing and breaks the rhythm. Back on board, you'll tuck into a simple buffet lunch (meat or rice-based, with vegetarian options if you've flagged it) and help yourself to drinks. The return is slower and more sedate, perfect for dozing off.
Our sense was that this tour delivers exactly what it promises — no surprises, no hidden hikes, just a half-day away from the beach resort. Dolphin and whale spotting can happen, but don't bank on it.
What travellers say
- All-inclusive drinks and lunch model removes hidden costs
- Dual-level boat design suits sun-chasers and heat-avoiders alike
- Hotel transfers included, no faffing with public transport
- Crew professionalism made the day feel effortless
- Compulsory swim breaks up the passive lounging
- Dolphin and whale sightings genuinely aren't guaranteed
- Mandatory swim at Masca Bay not suitable for all abilities
- Towels and sunscreen a notable omission from inclusions
Themes summarised by our team from public information about this tour. Verify specifics on the operator's page before booking.
Good to know
This is ideal if you want a structured day away from your accommodation without committing to a full-day excursion. The all-in drinks and lunch take the sting out of the cost, and hotel pickup means zero logistics. The two-deck layout is genuinely handy if weather shifts or you just want a change of scenery. Vegetarian and gluten-free options exist if you book ahead. It suits all fitness levels — there's no tramping involved.
The swim at Masca Bay is compulsory, so if you're not keen or have mobility concerns, that's a sticking point. Towels and sunscreen aren't provided, so bring your own. Wildlife (dolphins, whales) isn't guaranteed — you might see nothing. The 4.5-hour option (which includes lunch) is longer than the 3-hour snacks-only version, so check which one you're booking. Gratuities aren't included, but the crew works well and a tip feels right. Peak season can feel crowded, and confirm your pickup time when you book — it's easy to overlook.
Swimmers, towel, good sunscreen, hat, sunglasses. Water shoes help if you're wary of rocky shores.
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.