Plan your dolphin search day

Where does the cruise depart?

Our meeting point is Puerto Escala, Puerto Rico.

Facing the sea from Puerto Rico beach, you’ll find the port on your right, beside the start of the coastal walk towards Amadores.

Can you collect us near our accommodation?

We offer a transport service from most of the main holiday areas in southern Gran Canaria:

Bahía Feliz · San Agustín · Playa del Inglés · Maspalomas · Meloneras · Sonnenland · Arguineguín · Patalavaca · Anfi del Mar · Puerto Rico (Europa Centre) · Playa del Cura · Taurito · Mogán.

Enter your hotel or accommodation name when booking online. The booking system will show the available collection arrangements, including your collection point and a map.

We mainly use central collection points rather than stopping at every hotel. This helps keep your journey to the harbour shorter and more comfortable.

Our regular transport service does not currently collect from El Salobre or Las Palmas. You’re welcome to arrange your own journey to the departure port.

How long does the cruise take?

The dolphins search cruise duration is approximately 2 and 1/2 hours onboard.

Can children and babies join?

Yes definitely! – this is one of the most popular things to do in Gran Canaria for all ages—families with children of all ages are welcome aboard.

Infants (up to 4 years, 23 months) travel free, but you must include them in your reservation so that everyone has a booked space. Please select the appropriate ticket category for each passenger. Adult tickets apply from age 13.

What can we see from the boat?

Watch for dolphins, whales, turtles, flying fish and other marine life from the upper decks. Our large glass-bottom viewing area also offers a different perspective beneath the surface.

Every trip is different: these are wild animals living in their natural habitat, so sightings and underwater visibility vary.

What should I bring?

Bring a sunhat, sunglasses and sunscreen. Outside the peak summer months, we also recommend a jumper or light jacket—the return journey can sometimes feel chilly.

Could I get seasick?

Sea conditions vary, and we may travel further offshore to find dolphins and whales. The water can sometimes be choppy.

If you are prone to travel sickness, ask a pharmacist for advice before your trip.

Is the boat wheelchair accessible?

There is no wheelchair-accessible toilet onboard. Please contact us before booking to discuss boarding arrangements and your access requirements.

Is food available onboard?

Drinks are available to purchase from our onboard bar. Food is not available, so we recommend eating before you join us.

What happens if we don’t see dolphins or whales?

Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. If we don’t see any dolphins or whales, we’ll give you a voucher to join another dolphin search cruise free of charge on a different day.

Can I cancel my booking?

Yes. Cancel at least 24 hours before your scheduled departure for a full refund.

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Your cruise duration will be 2 hours. Transport can also be arranged from the resorts located in the south of the island of Gran Canaria.

We offer Dolphin & Whale watching cruises every day (except Sunday during Winter season). Your cruise duration will be approximately 2 hours, including 1 complimentary soft- drink. Transport can also be arranged from the resorts located in the South of the island of Gran Canaria.

There are over 80 species of cetaceans, a group made up of whales, dolphins and porpoises of which 27 have been seen in the Canary Islands. Due to the enormous diversity of species in the waters around Gran Canaria there so many sightings all year round for dolphins & whales!

The word “cetacean” is from the Latin cetus, which means “large sea creature”. It refers to the group of marine mammals that includes all whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

Dolphins are famous among people because they are graceful and beautiful creatures. Their incredible performance while jumping in the ocean and their friendly face have made people like dolphins.

However, probably the most attractive feature that has made dolphins very appealing to humans is their intelligence which has no equal in the animal world.

Dolphins communicate through a language that includes sounds with different purposes, as humans do, as well as samples of behaviors related to pleasure, fun, teaching and social coexistence. That is why some have insisted on considering them “non-human people,” which gives them a little more “special” treatment.

WHAT TO EXPECT

Your crew, professional and attentive, will look after you to ensure your comfort and safety onboard.
An experienced guide is on hand, full of information and to make sure you don’t miss a thing.
The crew make daily recordings of information such as the state of the weather and water, what species have been sighted, number in group etc. We request your understanding that the captain will always maintain a respectful & safe distance from the animals.
Our success rate to spot dolphins is very high (98%). However, nature is nature and in the rare case that you should not see any dolphins; you will get free entry for another whale and dolphin search excursion.