Private Catamaran Charter with Transfer, Buffet and Snorkeling

A private catamaran gives you something a shared boat rarely can: your group helps shape the day. From Puerto Colón, you can watch for whales and dolphins, stop for a swim, and enjoy Tenerife’s coast without following a rigid sightseeing script.

I like the easy setup, with pickup offered in southern Tenerife, and I like that snorkeling gear, lunch, soft drinks, water, and alcohol are included. The main catch is the price: at $1,792.13 per group, this makes the most sense for a celebration or a full group, not a casual outing for two.

Key points to know before booking

• Private three-hour sailing: Only your group takes part, with a route shaped around your interests and sea conditions.
• Whale and dolphin watching: The boat heads from Puerto Colón toward areas where whales and dolphins may be seen in open water.
• Swimming and snorkeling stop: Your captain chooses a suitable place, and equipment is supplied.
• Food and drinks included: Expect tortillas, cheese, quiche, bread, crisps, meat, fruit, snacks, water, soft drinks, beer, and champagne.
• Pickup in southern Tenerife: Hotel transfer is available within a 20-kilometre radius of Puerto Colón.
• Stable but not motionless: The catamaran is steady, though anyone prone to seasickness should prepare ahead.

Setting out from Puerto Colón

The cruise begins at Diamant, the glass-bottom boat area at Puerto Colón, Pier 6, in Costa Adeje. If your hotel is in the southern part of Tenerife and within roughly 20 kilometres of the port, pickup can be arranged. Otherwise, you’ll make your own way to the marina.

That transfer matters more than it may sound. A private boat trip already involves swimwear, sunscreen, towels, and perhaps a change of clothes. Not having to sort out a taxi or rental car for the port keeps the morning simple. Pickup times are confirmed as part of the booking process, and one group had especially good results with timely collection and updates the day before.

At the port, the crew welcomes your party aboard the purpose-built catamaran. The vessel is designed for comfort and complies with safety regulations. It has a large forward sundeck, a flybridge with seating, and an inside sofa, so you are not forced to sit in one spot for three hours.

There is also a restroom onboard. That is a small but important advantage, especially for families or anyone who would rather not spend the whole cruise wondering when the boat will return.

A flexible route along Tenerife’s coast

This is not a standard hop from one marked stop to another. Your group discusses what you want from the outing, while the captain sets the practical route based on sea conditions and the best available areas for wildlife and swimming.

The first part of the cruise focuses on the water off Tenerife’s coast. You’ll have views back toward the island and the mountains while the crew looks for whales and dolphins. Sea turtles are also possible, though no wildlife sighting can be guaranteed. These are wild animals, not performers arriving on a schedule, so patience and realistic expectations matter.

I like this format because the wildlife watching is not treated as a quick photo stop before rushing elsewhere. You have a private boat, room to spread out, and time to keep watch from the bow or flybridge. You may see movement close to the boat, or you may spend more time scanning the sea and enjoying the view. Both are part of the experience.

The boat’s design helps here. A catamaran has two hulls and tends to feel steadier than a smaller single-hull boat, though it will still move with the sea. If you are sensitive to motion, take the operator’s advice seriously and consider ginger tablets or Dramamine before boarding. One particularly useful detail from the trip reports is that the crew helped several people who felt seasick, so tell them early rather than trying to tough it out quietly.

Whale, dolphin, and turtle watching

The possibility of seeing whales and dolphins is the main reason many people book this charter. The coast around Tenerife is known for marine life, and the boat takes you out to watch animals in their natural setting rather than at a marine park.

You may see whales surfacing or dolphins moving through the water. Sea turtles are also possible. The best approach is to treat sightings as a bonus, not a promise. The captain can choose productive areas, but no responsible operator can control wild animals or the weather.

Bring sunglasses and sunscreen, and keep your phone or camera ready. The sun reflects strongly off the sea, and the views are open in every direction. The crew can help you understand what you are seeing, but the provided information does not name individual guides, so you should not book this expecting a particular guide by name.

The private setup is especially helpful for families and small celebrations. You can call out a sighting to people you know, move around without competing for rail space, and keep the day at a comfortable pace. A shared boat may cost less, but a private charter gives you a much more personal way to experience the water.

The swimming and snorkeling stop

At some point, the captain takes you to a suitable swimming and snorkeling area. The exact spot is not fixed, since conditions and safety come first. You can take a swim in the clear coastal water, use the supplied snorkeling equipment, or remain onboard and enjoy the scenery.

The gear is included, so you do not need to pack fins, a mask, or a snorkel. You do need to bring your own towel. Wear a swimsuit beneath your clothes if you want to get into the water without changing on the boat.

The snorkeling is best viewed as a relaxed add-on rather than a specialist marine excursion. The tour information does not promise a particular reef, fish species, or underwater site. What you do get is the chance to cool off from the sun and see the coast from the water, with the convenience of equipment already onboard.

Some people may prefer simply to sit on the flybridge with a drink while others swim. That flexibility is one of the private charter’s strengths. You are not required to take part in every activity, and the boat has shaded and sheltered areas for those who want a break from the sun.

Lunch, snacks, and drinks onboard

Food is served during the cruise, and the offering is more substantial than a token snack. Expect a buffet-style selection that can include tortillas, cheese, quiche, bread, crisps, meat, fruit, tapas, and other snacks.

Drinks include bottled water, soft drinks, beer, and champagne. Alcoholic drinks are included, which adds value for a birthday, anniversary, or group holiday. Still, remember that you are on a moving boat under the sun. Pace yourself, drink water, and do not treat the champagne as the main activity.

The food also makes the timing easier. You do not lose part of the cruise returning to shore for lunch, and you can eat when it suits your group. If someone in your party is seasick, eating lightly may be wiser than starting with a full plate. The crew has experience helping people who feel unwell, but prevention is easier than recovery.

This is not a restaurant cruise with a formal menu or table service. Think generous boat food, cold drinks, and an easygoing lunch between wildlife watching and swimming. For a three-hour outing, that is the right level of formality.

What the three hours feel like

Three hours is long enough to feel like a real outing but short enough to fit into a day of sightseeing in Costa Adeje. You can expect time for boarding, sailing along the coast, looking for marine life, eating, and making a swimming or snorkeling stop.

The flexible route means the balance may vary. If the sea is lively or wildlife appears, more time may go toward watching from the boat. If conditions are good for swimming, the captain may give that more attention. You are not buying a tightly timed checklist, and that is both the appeal and the trade-off.

The boat provides several ways to spend the time:

• Sit forward on the sundeck for the best open views.
• Use the flybridge seating for a higher viewpoint.
• Relax on the inside sofa if you want shelter.
• Watch for whales, dolphins, and turtles.
• Swim or snorkel when the captain stops.
• Eat, drink, and enjoy views of Tenerife’s mountains.

The atmosphere depends partly on your own group. A birthday party may use the boat as a floating celebration, while a family may prefer quiet wildlife watching and a swim. Because the charter is private, you do not need to match the mood of strangers.

The price and who gets good value

The listed price is $1,792.13 per group of up to 15, while the additional information says the private charter can accommodate up to 24 passengers. Confirm the exact passenger limit and price for your booking, especially if your party has more than 15 people.

For 15 people, the listed cost works out to about $119 per person. A full group also shares the cost of private transportation, the boat, crew, food, drinks, snorkeling equipment, and port fees. At that size, the price can be reasonable for a special occasion or a group holiday.

For four people, the same total is about $448 per person. That is a very different calculation. A smaller party should compare this with a shared catamaran or shorter boat trip before booking.

I see the best value for:

• Birthday celebrations and anniversaries
• Families who want a private setting
• Groups of friends splitting the cost
• Wedding-related outings
• Visitors who value hotel pickup and an all-inclusive format

I would hesitate if your main goal is simply to see whales as cheaply as possible. You are paying for privacy, space, food, drinks, transportation, and control over the pace, not only for wildlife spotting.

Practical details that affect your day

The boat is not wheelchair accessible, so check this carefully before paying. Service animals are allowed, and most people can take part, but the swimming portion requires enough comfort moving around a boat and entering the water.

Wear a swimsuit or bring one, plus sunglasses and sunscreen. Pack a towel because towels are not supplied. The operator also recommends planning ahead for seasickness with ginger tablets or Dramamine if needed.

The activity starts and ends at Puerto Colón, unless you use the available pickup service. It is offered in English, and confirmation is provided when you book. The cancellation policy allows a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time. Changes or cancellations inside that window are not accepted, and poor weather may lead to a different date or a full refund.

The tour has a 4.9 rating from 63 ratings, with 98 percent of customers recommending it. The strongest themes are clear: reliable pickup, friendly crew, plenty of food and drinks, help with seasickness, and memorable wildlife sightings. Those details matter because they shape the comfort of the day more than a glossy boat photograph does.

Should you book this private Tenerife charter?

Book it if you want the boat itself to be part of the occasion. The private setting, flexible route, included meal, alcoholic drinks, transfer, and snorkeling gear create a simple package for a group that wants to celebrate without managing every detail.

I would choose it for a 50th birthday, a family milestone, or a group of friends who can fill much of the passenger capacity. Seeing dolphins, whales, or turtles would be a wonderful bonus, while swimming in the sea and looking back at Tenerife give the trip value even when wildlife stays out of sight.

Skip it if you are traveling alone, as a couple, or on a tight budget. The fixed group price is hard to justify for a small party. Also think twice if you need wheelchair access or dislike any boat movement.

For the right group, this is a relaxed way to spend three hours on the Atlantic: no crowded deck, no need to rent snorkeling gear, and no need to hunt down lunch afterward. Bring a towel, prepare for the sun, and let the captain handle the route.

FAQ

Where does the private catamaran charter depart?

It departs from Diamant, the glass-bottom boat area at Puerto Colón, Pier 6, in Costa Adeje, Tenerife.

Is hotel pickup available?

Yes. Pickup is available for hotels within a 20-kilometre radius of Puerto Colón in southern Tenerife. If your accommodation is outside that area, you must make your own way to the port.

How long does the charter last?

The experience lasts approximately three hours and returns to the original meeting point.

How many people can join the private charter?

The price is listed for a group of up to 15 people. Additional information says the catamaran can accommodate up to 24 passengers, so confirm the applicable capacity and price for your group when booking.

What kind of boat is used?

The experience uses a comfortable purpose-built catamaran that complies with safety regulations. It has a forward sundeck, a flybridge with seating, and an inside sofa.

Is there a restroom onboard?

Yes. A restroom is available onboard during the cruise.

Is snorkeling equipment provided?

Yes. Snorkeling equipment is included, and the captain can take your group to a suitable place for swimming and snorkeling.

What should I bring?

Bring a swimsuit, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a towel. Towels are not included. If you are prone to seasickness, consider taking ginger tablets or Dramamine before boarding.