Dolphin and Whale Watching in La Restinga
Overview
Enjoy this nice trip on a boat with a capacity for almost 10eople and be amazed by watching the dolphins and whales in the sea. The boat itself sets sail from La Restinga Pier and the trip is 3 hours long.
• You will enjoy the comfort and emotion of traveling aboard this wonderful boat.
• You will see dolphins and whales from a very short distance.
• Panoramic cruise through the Mar de las Calmas, enjoy the marine fauna and the volcanic landscape.
What's Included
- Life jackets
- Insurance
- Food and Drinks
Meeting Location
Calle los Saltos
23, 38917 La Restinga, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Unique opportunity to enjoy a pleasant boat trip through the waters that surround the island of El Hierro and see very close to beautiful dolphins, whales and beaked whales (a species of cetaceans very rare to see in all of Europe)
The boat trip takes about 3 hours and consists of a pleasant journey through the waters of the Atlantic Ocean that border the southern part of the island.
They will sail to the Playa de las Alcuzas cove, where they stop, and you can swim. From there you will get to know “El Mar de las Calmas”, coast of the El Hierro marine reserve.
The experienced crew has the support of marine biologists on board who guarantee compliance with the codes of conduct for responsible observation, guaranteeing the conservation of cetaceans and their habitat.
The boat will get as close as possible so you can enjoy and take photos of the dolphins and small whales.
They will use hydrophones to listen to the sounds emitted by cetaceans, record images and other scientific data.
You will have a comfortable deck of the boat with an awning, they have a Blue Flag License, insurance and life jackets.
It is an experience that you will never forget.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Minimum of participants is 6
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-41935P367
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Average 4.50 out of 5 stars based on 2 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Dolphin and Whale Watching in La Restinga. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Life jackets.
- Insurance.
- Food and Drinks.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 7..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dolphin and Whale Watching in La Restinga is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphin and Whale Watching in La Restinga will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Life jackets
- Insurance
- Food and Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Minimum of participants is 6
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
