This creates a steep underwater topography between Tenerife and our neighbouring island, La Gomera. This pass between the islands is a rich ecosystem where whales and dolphins hunt in depths of up to 3000m.
Can you swim with wild dolphins in Tenerife?
Unfortunately, it isn't possible to swim with dolphins in Tenerife because authorities in the island take very serious this specie conservation, as well as their natural habitat. However, it doesn't mean you can be really close to them and even, having direct contact with these tiny friends.
Where can you see dolphins in Tenerife?
TenerifeDolphin & whale watching
- Tenerife: Siam Park Entry Tickets. …
- Los Cristianos: Eco-Yacht Whale Watching Cruise with Swim. …
- Puerto de la Cruz: Loro Parque Entry Ticket. …
- Tenerife: Loro Parque & Siam Park Combined Tickets. …
- Los Cristianos: No-Chase Whale and Dolphin Cruise.
Are there dolphins in Tenerife sea?
What animals are in the sea around Tenerife?
Marine mammals of the Canary Islands include varieties of cetaceans, such as rorquals (not much known about their distributions in northeastern Atlantic), sperm whales, Kogia, little known beaked whales, orcas, the short-finned pilot whales, false killer whales, Risso's dolphins, common and bottlenose dolphins.
Are there whales in Tenerife?
Tenerife is one of the best places in the world to see whales and dolphins in their natural habitat. In the waters off the south coast of Tenerife, there are two species of mammals that live here all year long. The short fined pilot whales and bottlenose dolphins.
Does Tenerife have sharks in the sea?
Sharks. Tenerife and Gran Canaria are one of the few remaining locations with a substantial population of angelsharks. It is quite a common sight while snorkeling. The basking shark, a harmless plankton feeder, visits the island in large groups during the winter, but is rarely seen.