In south-west Tenerife, the fishing town of Los Gigantes looks out over the colossal cliffs that give the place its name. They're impressive from land; from the water, with the whole wall towering above you, they're unforgettable. And this area is rich in cetaceans, so the trip is two spectacles in one.
Catamaran with cetaceans
Catamaran trips combine the cliffs with watching pilot whales and dolphins, resident year-round in this channel. They usually include a swimming and snorkelling stop at the foot of the wall.
Whale and dolphin watching catamaran cruise: Los Gigantes & MascaCheck availability →Sailing to the caves
To see them at a slower pace, a sailing boat approaches the caves and hidden coves at the foot of the cliffs. Sailing in silence makes the scale of the wall feel even greater.
Sea Quest Sailboat Tour to El Palmar Caves & CliffsCheck availability →Catamaran or sailing boat, seeing Los Gigantes from the water is one of those things that justify the trip. Book ahead in high season, as trips fill up.