Top 4 Dolphin and Whale Watching Trips in Spain

1.Puerto del Carmen: Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Tour with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 1,807 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41Our pick

From Puerto del Carmen, you’ll ride the Biosfera Jet along Lanzarote’s southeast coast with a multilingual guide, searching for dolphins, whales, turtles, and other sea life. Guides such as Teddy, Carlos, and Elsa have led trips praised for lively commentary. A swim stop finishes the outing.

“great trip saw dolphins and a mum and baby most amazing moments as first time I've seen them in their natural habitat as I don't agree with them being used for entertainment. guide was really nice and very funny. zoomed us out on the speed boat which was fun and knew exactly where to head. stopped for a swim. be careful as current can be strong stay close to the boat”

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2.Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,063 reviews · 2 hours · from $33Best value

Join a Spanish-speaking skipper, often Luca or Alejandro, on a two-hour RIB ride from Los Gigantes. Watch for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and flying fish in the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary, then swim beneath the 600-meter cliffs at Masca Bay.

“Excellent trip - Captain was informative and, although he is Spanish, he did a great job of communicating clearly with everyone. We saw a pod of whales and had a fantastic sight seeing experience along the coastline. Small boat, with only 12 passengers- very comfortable and allowed for an up close experience with the whales. Highly recommend”

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3.Costa Calma: Fuerteventura Dolphin Watching Zodiac Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 97 reviews · from $46

You’ll ride a fast, well-kept zodiac from Fuerteventura’s southern coast, searching for dolphins, seabirds, manta rays, and perhaps whales. Hotel pickup from Esquinzo or Jandia is included. Captains such as Christian and Geordie are praised for safe driving and finding wildlife.

“We looked around for 1 hour and finally have seen 4 dolphins. Was a great experience.”

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4.Puerto Colon: Dolphin and Whale Watching Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 92 reviews · 2 - 3 hours · from $53Top rated

Join Captain Nico or another English- or Spanish-speaking guide for a two to three-hour Puerto Colón speedboat trip. Search for pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and other sea life, then stop near Palm-Mar or La Caletta for swimming and snorkeling. Groups are limited to 11, with drinks and snacks included.

“Honestly one of the best trips I’ve been on. It was small so wasn’t too many people and easy to chat with everyone and the guide. Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly and answered all questions. We saw whales, dolphins, turtles and flying fish before the first hour! Great swim spot and snacks. So fun too going fast and following the flying fish. 10/10 would recommend over the bigger boats anyday”

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