Bonadea II Ecological Whale Watching, 2 hours
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Bonadea II Ecological Whale Watching, 2 hours
By Bonadea Ii Eco Whale Watching
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We depart from dock 4 of Puerto Colón, we will set sail in search of cetaceans, we will navigate in the Teno-Rasca special conservation area and up to a distance of 3 miles from the coast, reaching a depth of one thousand meters. We will go in search of the Calderón tropical, one of the main resident species of Tenerife. From the moment we leave the pier very close to the coast, we can already find dolphins, turtles and seabirds. With luck, we may also see some of the migratory cetaceans that frequent the Canary Islands. We will approach them at a reasonable distance so as not to disturb them and to be able to observe, photograph and record them, the crew will be happy to explain and show you the information on the cetaceans that we have on board.
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Ages 0-80, max of 6 per group
Duration: 2h
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Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: English, Spanish
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- Guide on board
- Hydrophone to listen to the whales and dolphins
- Start:
- Av. de Colón, 4, 38660 Costa Adeje, Santa Cruz de Tenerife, SpainPuerto Colon marina, pontoon 4, Costa Adeje, Tenerife
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57705P2- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Most travellers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travellers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 57705P2
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- Amanda W0 contributionsAmazing unforgettable experienceWhat an incredible trip, we saw pilot whales and dolphins (mother and baby). Sergio was so knowledgeable and kind, I spent a long time trying to find a company that respected the animals and their environment and Bonadea II was the perfect choice. Being a small boat we were able to get really close to the marine life wiithout disturbing them. I would 100% recommend booking with Sergio if you are in Tenerife.Written 21 September 2023
- Stubble380 contributionsAnother good trip with SergioSergio is knowledgeable about marine life. We have been 3 times with him, the last two on a rib boat where you are more or less at sea level. He cares about the environment which is more than can be said about other operators. We are going back to Tenerife in March and intend to book another trip with him. I would recommend a trip with Sergio.Written 20 September 2023
- I987QZmarcoh0 contributionsFantasticEverything was fantastic. The boat, the captain, the trip. Really good! We saw dolphins, turtles and a lot of pilot whales. Will book again.Written 9 June 2023
- 301lur0 contributionsMore than expected!It was our first whale watching tour ever and we couldn't have chosen a better company. You could tell Sergio (the captain) was enthusiastic about the work he does and could answer all of our questions. We saw pilot whales, bottle nose dolphins and even a sea turtle! I appreciated that he really cares about the ocean and the animals in it and we picked up trash along the way. We had a really great 2 hour trip and would recommend it to anyone! Thank you Sergio, from Luzia and Mike :)Written 30 March 2023
- SoniaC080 contributionsBook this one! Best one in Tenerife!Must do if you are in Tenerife. This was e perfect experience for our family holidays (with a 2nd ear old kid). We all enjoyed the trip and Sergio took great care of us. He explained a lot of details and was answering all our questions. He drives the boat really smooth and it is a pleasant trip. We managed to see some turtoise, lots of dolphins and some pilot whales. We would without a doubt repeat with him.Written 13 March 2023
- 957joaquing0 contributionsSuperb morningBeautiful trip, lovely couple of hours by the sea, great help and support from Sergio, the captain. It is really a must in Tenerife, highly recommendedWritten 1 February 2023
- wything0 contributionsNice experience with personal touch!Sergio is a very nice guy and has a very extensive knowledge about marine life. He explained the tour to us very well. He is knowledgeable about the area and the whales, and he made sure that our tour was safe and enjoyable. He was also very patient and accommodating with our group and made sure to give us plenty of time to take photos and ask questions. I like it on the small boat because we were closer to the dolphins. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking for a great whale watching experience. Thank you, Sergio!Written 19 January 2023
- laconella0 contributionsGreat experienceIt was a great trip! Sergio the captain was really nice, told us a lot about the dolphins - we enjoyed a lotWritten 25 December 2022
- Tiphainearla0 contributionsGreat experienceIt was a great experience, the guide was very knowledgeable and nice, we saw a lot of pilot whales, some from very close !Written 29 October 2022
- Relax021751450910 contributionsGreat experienceWe were a family of 4 and we were the only ones on the boat. It was quite an exclusive experience. Sergio was a great guide. We saw different dolphin types, turtles, pilot whales and whales. I strongly recommend.Written 9 May 2022
- cl_mentc3390 contributionsMarine wildlife watching at its best!I unreservedly recommend Bonadea II and its captain, Sergio. It is certainly the best way to connect with marine wildlife in Tenerife. We did two cruises with him and saw four species of cetacean including one "large whale" (bryde's whale). We also saw several sea turtles (loggerhead), tunas and had close encounters with the ubiquitous Cory's shearwaters. The best moment, from my point of view, was getting close to a "fishing frenzy" of hundreds of Cory's shearwaters, tens of spotted dolphins and tunas together feeding on a small fishes' "ball": a rare glimpse into an iconic facet of the ocean's ecosystem. The boat is really comfortable and there is plenty of room as only a limited number of visitors (6 I think). Sergio is a skilled skipper and manoeuvres perfectly the boat (even in the swell) to get close to the animals without disturbing them. Sergio is a true cetacean expert, not only a boat tour leader, and can efficiently share his knowledge in english, for non Spanish speakers. In summary: we will be back as soon as we can! Remark for birding enthusiasts: in April we only saw Cory's shearwaters, which was great to see so close and also provided fantastic photographs opportunities. Summer months such as August is likely to be better for other macaronesian specialties (petrels, stormies etc...). In any case, I am sure Sergio is the right captain to bring you close to pelagic species.Written 23 April 2022
- 69ANP0 contributionsGreat family tripBooked this last minute and so pleased we decided to book this trip. Even the teenagers really enjoyed it. Saw lots of dolphins, pilot whales a tuna. Really easy to book, instructions were great and Sergio, our guide, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic.Written 18 April 2022
- V8777QQpablov0 contributionsAbsolutely fantastic!Fantastic! Great experience! Sergio is a wonderful Captain, very kind and with deep knowledge of the Tenerife South coast. Previusly to the day of the trip, Bonadea contacted us and gave concrete details to find the boat. The schedule was exactly as planned, and the trip was amazing, we saw calderons, dolphins and even a whale (we were very lucky with this). Also the view of the island is great, we had a fantastic view of the Teide (not so easy to get from the land) I recommend the experience, and also if I come back to Tenerife, sure I will repeat the trip.Written 18 April 2022
- saravC1171ET0 contributionsAmazing experienceWonderful trip! such an amazing experience with an incredible guide, very eco-friendly as well. The 2h went so fast, highly recommended!!!Written 18 April 2022
- Saski06100 contributionsBeautiful Trip with nice GuideWe went on the trip with sergio. And it war awesome. He told us a lot about the animals and the area und das really nice. We sag turtels and two kind of dolphins. It was worse the Money!!Written 17 April 2022
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Schaffert J
1 contribution
Oct 2024 • Couples
The Booking Referral for whale watching (max. 6 people per tour) was easily possible online with direct selection of day and time. The night before, a detailed message came via WhatsApp regarding the arrival, berth of the boat, medication for seasickness and photos of the captain and boat.
The ride itself was a special experience! Shortly after leaving the port, a turtle was spotted. Soon after, the first whale family. Captain Sergio has told a lot about the animals' lives, their behaviour, their habitat and the threat of environmental influences and has responded to all the questions. We drove about 10 km out to the Atlantic Ocean and saw whale families and large whales. Sergio then mostly switched off the engine and kept a respectful distance. Some of the whales came very close by themselves. At no time were they chased or harassed by our boat. In addition Sergio fished some large plastic bags or similar from the sea. This is part of the self-image of this provider. We can absolutely recommend this ride with Sergio and his boat and would not choose another! The price of 55€ per person is for 2 hours and this great experience is absolutely reasonable.
The ride itself was a special experience! Shortly after leaving the port, a turtle was spotted. Soon after, the first whale family. Captain Sergio has told a lot about the animals' lives, their behaviour, their habitat and the threat of environmental influences and has responded to all the questions. We drove about 10 km out to the Atlantic Ocean and saw whale families and large whales. Sergio then mostly switched off the engine and kept a respectful distance. Some of the whales came very close by themselves. At no time were they chased or harassed by our boat. In addition Sergio fished some large plastic bags or similar from the sea. This is part of the self-image of this provider. We can absolutely recommend this ride with Sergio and his boat and would not choose another! The price of 55€ per person is for 2 hours and this great experience is absolutely reasonable.
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Written 20 October 2024
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Hallo, ich freue mich sehr, dass Ihnen die Tour gefallen hat, vielen Dank, dass Sie uns weiterempfohlen und uns so eine hohe Punktzahl gegeben haben, liebe Grüße
Written 6 November 2024
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Dunners36
Richmond, Surrey6 contributions
Apr 2023
We were provided with very clear arrival instructions prior to the trip and were lucky that we had about the calmest sea conditions that week. Sergio, the captain, found common dolphins, pilot whales and then perhaps the highlight of the trip, a group of Atlantic Spotted dolphins which swam and leapt around us. Sergio provided plenty of information about the ecology of the area, and being in a smaller faster boat, we saw plenty of marine life. The sea sickness tablets were wisely taken. I could not recommend this trip more highly.
Written 22 April 2023
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Hello, thank you very much for doing the tour with us, for the score and recommendation, best regards
Written 27 May 2023
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Francisco A
1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Family
Its a great experience. Sergio has a lot of experience and knows everything about whales, dolphins and different sea birds. You feel very comfortable and safe all the time. Its a personalizad service, very different than big boats or ilegal firms that sells tickets for low prices and dont respect safe rules to approximate the animals You are also supporting local economy with a professional and experimented guide that regularly colaborarse with academic researchers I definiré el y recommend Bonadea Ii
Written 16 July 2023
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Hello, thanks for giving us such a good score and recommendation, regards
Written 6 August 2023
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jonathanbC1018CT
Basel, Switzerland7 contributions
Dec 2024 • Family
We were fortunate to see many pilot whales during our whale-watching tour – including mothers with their calves and impressive large males. It was a truly unique experience that deeply touched us as a family. The tour guide was particularly remarkable: with extensive knowledge and a strong commitment to minimizing disturbance to the animals, he made the trip both informative and respectful, leaving us with a great feeling.
Unfortunately, we also witnessed the darker side of the story. The heavy boat traffic, especially from jet skis, significantly disrupts the whales. It was heartbreaking to learn that many calves lose their lives due to collisions with boats.
This experience not only brought us closer to the beauty of nature but also highlighted the urgent need to protect it. Despite these serious concerns, it was an unforgettable trip that we highly recommend – especially if you choose operators who prioritize animal welfare.
Unfortunately, we also witnessed the darker side of the story. The heavy boat traffic, especially from jet skis, significantly disrupts the whales. It was heartbreaking to learn that many calves lose their lives due to collisions with boats.
This experience not only brought us closer to the beauty of nature but also highlighted the urgent need to protect it. Despite these serious concerns, it was an unforgettable trip that we highly recommend – especially if you choose operators who prioritize animal welfare.
Written 30 December 2024
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Eduardo González
1 contribution
Jun 2022 • Family
We had an amazing time on board the boat thanks to our captain Sergio. We were three of us in the boat. We saw dolphins, whales and different types of seagulls. We followed the dolphins and whales while they were eating and then played in front of us, jumping and riding the waves. Sergio was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. I can recommend this trip if you want a fantastic personalized experience.
Written 2 July 2022
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Hello, I'm glad you liked the tour, thanks for the description and punctuation, greetings
Written 8 July 2022
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Miriacler
Barcelona, Spain5 contributions
Sept 2022 • Couples
Ladies and gentleman, that's HOW AN ECOTURISM ACTIVITY MUST BE. What an amazing and desirable experience. I did the activity with my parner last Thursday (08/09/22) and for sure we'll repeat again. I'm a conservation biologist and because of my studies it's more easy for me to recognise when an activity is going good or not and the whale watching with Bonadea was perfect! Sergio was a professional, he knew everything about the behaviour of the whales (when they're going to hunt, when you're seeing a mother and her son, and even he can recognise individuals thanks to the diferences between dorsal fin. He also was respectful at every moment, showing a perfect knowledge about how to sail with whales and explained a lot of interesting facts about the animals to us. And how can I say about the opportunity of listening what was happening underwater... amazing!
If you're thinking about booking a whale and dolphin tour do it with them. A truly respectful business in the middle of a turistic place which really cares about the animals and takes the opportunity to show you why they must be protected. A win win!
If you're thinking about booking a whale and dolphin tour do it with them. A truly respectful business in the middle of a turistic place which really cares about the animals and takes the opportunity to show you why they must be protected. A win win!
Written 10 September 2022
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Hello, thank you for giving us such a good score and for recommending us, greetings
Written 13 September 2022
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Vanessa
8 contributions
Feb 2023 • Family
If you want the best experience Dolphin and Whale watching then this is the trip to book.
Captain Sergio is so knowledgeable and makes you feel very welcome as soon as you meet him.
We saw pilot whales and bottle nose dolphins and jellyfish! The boat itself is immaculate and well maintained so we felt very safe. So glad we did this trip and highly recommend it to anyone. Will definitely do it again when we return.
Captain Sergio is so knowledgeable and makes you feel very welcome as soon as you meet him.
We saw pilot whales and bottle nose dolphins and jellyfish! The boat itself is immaculate and well maintained so we felt very safe. So glad we did this trip and highly recommend it to anyone. Will definitely do it again when we return.
Written 15 February 2023
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Hello, thanks for the comment and for such a good score, regards
Written 3 April 2023
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fkemmer
Munich, Germany29 contributions
Feb 2024 • Couples
It was our first whale watching tour. Our expectations were more than exceeded. We saw lots of whales and dolphins. Some of these are also up close. Sergio steered the boat very carefully and gave us detailed and extensive information about the animals in question. You can tell that it is an important matter close to his heart. He knows the area inside and out, so I'm sure you'll always see whales.
Written 29 February 2024
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Hello, thank you for giving us such a good recommendation and for the stars, greetings
Written 17 July 2024
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Miloš J
2 contributions
Nov 2022
Whale watching with Sergio was the highlight of our weekend. We saw big Tuna fish, dolphins, pilot whales and a female Bryde's whale and its cub. We had a lot of luck with the last one, as it was not seen around since September.
The boat drive was really comfortable, and aside from not having to fight with a crowd for a view like on the big ships, we could see whales from a true vicinity.
Sergio and his wife removed a fallen meteor balloon from the water, so it was not just a whale watching, but our ride helped clean the ocean. At least a tiny bit of it. It really made us happy.
The boat drive was really comfortable, and aside from not having to fight with a crowd for a view like on the big ships, we could see whales from a true vicinity.
Sergio and his wife removed a fallen meteor balloon from the water, so it was not just a whale watching, but our ride helped clean the ocean. At least a tiny bit of it. It really made us happy.
Written 20 November 2022
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Hello, thank you for giving us such a good score and recommending us, regards
Written 27 November 2022
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Marta L
1 contribution
Feb 2024 • Family
Sergio explained everything to us very well, and it shows that he transmits his passion for animals. Going on a boat so close to the water made the experience more exciting.
We saw dolphins, a turtle and several migratory birds.
It took us a while to find the pilot whales, but we did it. Thanks to Sergio for the effort he made so we could see them. Highly recommended
We saw dolphins, a turtle and several migratory birds.
It took us a while to find the pilot whales, but we did it. Thanks to Sergio for the effort he made so we could see them. Highly recommended
Written 29 February 2024
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Hola gracias por la recomendación y por ltodas las estrellas, un saludo
Written 17 July 2024
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