Board near Playa de San Juan for a four-hour small-group cruise focused on whales, dolphins and a snorkel stop at Masca cove. The route skirts the 600m Los Gigantes cliffs while guides explain volcanology, cetacean behavior and local maritime life.
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The boat slips out of Playa de San Juan and the island contracts into a low line on the horizon; salt and diesel mix as the captain trims speed and scans blue for movement. Within minutes the water shifts—dolphins slice the wake, a dark back arches and disappears—and the cliffs of Los Gigantes resolve as walls of black volcanic rock falling almost sheer into the sea.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves short movements on deck and an optional swim/snorkel at a sheltered cove.
Wildlife
History
Los Gigantes’ cliffs are formed from successive basaltic lava flows; coastal villages here developed around fishing and small-scale agriculture tied to the sea.
Conservation
Tours operate near a designated Whale Sanctuary with rules to minimize disturbance—respect operator briefings and keep distance from animals to support conservation efforts.
Reserve your spot on the Whale and dolphin watching tour Los Gigantes and Masca in small groups today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Book morning departures
Mornings tend to have calmer seas and higher chances of clear sightings—aim for the earliest slot available.
Bring seasickness remedies
Even in calm conditions the Atlantic can pitch—take preventative medication or use acupressure bands if you’re prone to motion sickness.
Sun protection and layers
Bring a sun hat, high-SPF sunscreen, and a windproof layer—the sun is strong and sea breeze can be cool.
Water-ready footwear
Non-slip sandals or deck shoes make boarding and short rocky cove exits safer for swim stops.
Sunscreen (SPF 30+)
Protects exposed skin during open-deck viewing and boat time.
summer
Seasickness medication or bands
Helps prevent nausea on choppier stretches of the Atlantic.
Swimwear and quick-dry towel
Needed for the optional swim and snorkel stop at Masca cove.
summer
Non-slip deck shoes
Improves footing when boarding, disembarking, and moving on wet decks.