Dolphin watching excursion

Dolphin and whale watching excursion

Excursion offered in collaboration with OceanExplorer

Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday you can join a superbe sea excursion to see the beauties of the north coast and also to enjoy the sympathy of the dolphins accompanying the boat.

The transfer to the port of Tazacorte is by public transport. La Palma enjoys excellent “guagua” (bus) connections and you can travel comfortably using the prepaid bus card that we will provide you with after purchasing your excursion (to be pay €10). The amount charged on this card is adjusted to the return journeys.

And arriving to Tazacorte harbor will start your excursion with the Flipper boat, heading towards the north of the island and discovering the spectacular cliffs of this area of La Palma. An impressive boat trip to enjoy a peculiar maritime area. There you will find such picturesque enclaves as the Cueva Bonita, a deep grotto of magical colours. Or the fantastic Pirates Cave, whose real name is Porís de La Candelaria, an old fishing refuge with cave houses carved into the concavity of the cliff.  Finally, the Flipper heads towards Playa de La Veta, a solitary beach of fine volcanic sand that is difficult to access by land, situated in the lap of an imposing cliff.

After enjoying the sea and the beautiful coastal scenery, our boat heads out to sea to spot the colonies of dolphins and whales that nest in these latitudes.  And rare is the day that they don’t show their presence when they hear our boat approaching. The dolphins are friendly and play with the keel of the Flipper, jumping and smiling in a peculiar way.  Other marine animals such as turtles or even whales often come to meet us as well. The boat is accompanied by marine biologists and expert guides, who will give you interesting information about the characteristics and natural habitat of these animals.

But the final highlight of this excursion before the return to the harbour is the breathtaking view of the lava river that overflowed into the sea after the recent eruption. A breathtaking view of the new volcano from the sea that shows us the relentless force of nature.

If you go to Puerto de Tazacorte harbor with your car, the Flipper is located at the entrance of the marina, on the first ramp, 20 metres from the kiosk. There is free parking on the quay to leave your car and it is advisable to be there about 20 minutes before the departure time.

We also offer a prepaid card for the transfer by regular bus to Puerto de Tazacorte (to be pay €10). Departure from Santa Cruz de La Palma, at 09:10 h

• Bus line 300 – Santa Cruz de La Palma – Los Llanos de Aridane
• Bus line 110 – Los Llanos de Aridane – Puerto de Tazacorte

Puerto de Tazacorte is the starting point of the excursion.

We provide you with a prepaid card with the balance adjusted to the return transfers. The return time is variable, with the latest return time being 19:00 h.

Dolphins and whales are wild animals that have their habitat on the coasts of Tazacorte. They can almost always be observed during an excursion, although their presence is not guaranteed. In case you do not see dolphins and whales during your excursion, the ship owner will offer you a courtesy excursion within 2 weeks.

Don’t forget to take it with you!  The landscapes are so extraordinary that they deserve to be remembered  🙂

Northwest coast of La Palma: Cueva Bonita, Porís de La Candelaria, Playa de La Veta…

Due to adverse weather conditions or unforeseen circumstances, the itinerary of the tour may change. You will be informed as soon as possible.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by e-mail or telephone:

We will be happy to help you and answer any questions you may have!