Private Boat Tour in Tenerife South

Three hours, open sea, and no crowds.

This is a private boat day for up to 6 people, and I like that it is built for comfort as well as getting out on the water. You also get real whale and dolphin watching chances along the Tenerife South coast, plus time for sea fun when conditions allow. The only drawback to plan around is the tour is weather dependent, so if seas are rough you may need a different date.

You start at Marina San Miguel in Golf del Sur, where the boat is ready and the team handles a safety briefing before you head out along the south-east coast. One other thing I’d keep in mind: much of the coastline is covered with short passes and viewpoint time, so if you are hoping for long, on-foot stops, this is more about the sea view than a walking tour.

Key highlights you will actually care about

• Private speedboat for up to 6, so you control the pace and your group stays together
• Whale watching area between Las Galletas and Palm-Mar, where bottlenose dolphins and lesser whales can show up
• Comfort on board with a very comfortable sundeck and an electric WC
• Proper power and backup with a Mercury 300Cv outboard plus a Mercury 20Cv for tow and emergency use
• Choice of focus: beaches and coves by sea, or try fishing in the Atlantic Ocean
• On-water energy from a fast, Italian-designed boat that works well for a tight 3-hour outing

Marina San Miguel base in Tenerife South

Your day begins in Marina San Miguel, Golf del Sur, at the Puerto Deportivo area. That matters because it keeps you close to where the action is for Tenerife South, instead of sending you far inland first. The port setting is also calmer than busy town centers, so you get a proper start feel without lots of wandering.

From the dock, the experience quickly turns into a coast-hugging cruise. You will get an initial navigation along the south-east coast, then move through the key stretches that shape this part of Tenerife. The timing is short enough to stay focused, about 3 hours total, but long enough to make the sea feel like the main event, not a quick transfer.

You can also expect the team to run a safety briefing before you head out. In one earlier trip, the hosts made pick up and drop off smooth, with a guide named Bruno helping the day run effortlessly from start to finish. If you like travel days that feel organized without being stiff, this is the right setup.

The Bma X266 boat: built for speed, comfort, and sea time

This is not a slow sightseeing boat. It is the Boat Bma X266 Fishing, with an innovative design that traces back to Italy, a country famous for style and craft. In practice, that translates into a layout that works for moving fast and still giving you space to relax.

Here is what stands out for comfort and practicality:

• A very comfortable sundeck, so you can sit back while the coast slides by
• Electric WC, which is a big quality-of-life upgrade on a short outing
• Mercury 300Cv outboard engine plus a Mercury 20Cv for tow or emergency use, giving the team real confidence in how the boat handles
• A setup that suits either fishing or “hiking” style cruising (meaning you can choose how active you want to be on the water)

In one past experience, the boat and crew setup included time for swimming and sea jumping. That fits the kind of day this boat supports: you are not just looking from behind glass. You are positioned to get on the water when conditions allow.

The main thing to consider is that this is a fast boat. If you are sensitive to motion, you will still want to plan for that. Bring what you need for comfort, and keep your expectations aligned with a speed-focused day.

The 3-hour route: Amarilla Golf, coastal passes, and sea views

Your itinerary has a classic Tenerife South spine: you leave Marina San Miguel, pass key coast areas, and aim for views around major beach zones. Stop 1 is Amarilla Golf, used as a pass-by viewpoint while you navigate out along the south-east.

After that, the route continues toward Las Galletas, also mainly pass-by cruising. This pattern is important to understand: this tour is built around being on the water and seeing the coast from sea level, not around long land visits. If you love the feeling of moving, photographing, and watching sea life, you will enjoy that format. If you want lots of time ashore, you might find the sea-first approach a bit more limiting.

You then head toward Playa de las Vistas and Los Cristianos for coastal perspective. From the boat, you see the ports and the main beach areas from a different angle than you get on foot. It is one of those experiences that makes Tenerife South make sense, because the coastline looks and behaves differently when you are above the waterline.

Expect the day to feel like a smooth arc rather than a checklist of stops. The 1 hour note around Los Cristianos fits with that, giving enough time for meaningful viewpoints and time on board.

Whale and dolphin watching between Las Galletas and Palm-Mar

If you are choosing this tour for wildlife, pay attention to this part of the route. There is a dedicated whale watching area between Las Galletas and Palm-Mar. The key promise here is not guaranteed sightings, but strong odds based on the marine activity in that corridor.

This is where you can look for bottlenose dolphins and lesser whales such as pseudorca and globicefali. The guidance on board matters because spotting from a boat takes the right habits: watching the right surfaces, reading how the water behaves, and knowing where to focus your attention.

You also get expert commentary about local marine fauna. That turns the spotting session from random looking into something you can actually learn from in real time. I especially like wildlife encounters that come with context, because otherwise you spend the whole time wondering what you are seeing.

Practical tip: keep your camera accessible and be ready to spend a few minutes with your eyes on the horizon. Quick glances often miss the moment. Also bring sun protection. The boat time here is outdoors, and the Mediterranean-style sun can be intense.

Beaches from the sea: Playa de las Vistas and Los Cristianos

A big reason people love Tenerife South is that so many famous beach zones are close together. This tour uses that advantage by showing you Playa de las Vistas and then passing toward Los Cristianos, including a port view perspective.

From the water, you see:

• How the shoreline curves and where coves and beaches sit
• The scale of the main beach zones
• The difference between the more developed tourist areas and quieter stretches nearby

One earlier day included a simple, happy mix of sea cruising and breaks for food, followed by a swim and jumping in the water. That kind of rhythm is a real benefit on a short tour. You are not locked into one long activity. You can shift from viewing to relaxing, depending on what the captain and conditions allow.

So what is the drawback? Time. This is 3 hours. You will get impressive sea views, but you will not have hours of strolling around. Think of it as a “see it from the sea” experience that pairs well with a land-based day later.

Fishing option in the Atlantic, without making it complicated

The boat is described as suitable for fishing, and you can choose whether you focus on beaches and coves or try fishing in the Atlantic Ocean. That choice is the real value for different travel styles. Some groups want wildlife plus views. Others want the satisfaction of casting lines from a moving, fast boat.

What you should do is match your expectations to the time. You only have about 3 hours, so fishing here is likely about trying and experiencing, not turning it into a long, deep expedition. If you come with patience and a playful attitude, this can be a fun way to experience local sea life and the sport vibe.

If you are not fishing, do not feel like you are missing out. The same route also feeds the beach-and-cove viewing side, so the day still works even if fishing is not your priority.

Guides, names, and the feel of a well-run day

This kind of tour lives or dies by the crew. Based on real experiences, the handoff at the start is where comfort begins. Bruno was specifically mentioned for arranging pick up and drop off smoothly to the boat, which tells me the team pays attention to making the first 10 minutes painless.

Other names linked to high satisfaction include Luca and Jenny, with one day described as an aperitif on board at the port before a later night on board. Even if you are doing only the daytime version, that style suggests the crew knows how to keep the experience friendly and not overly formal.

For you, the takeaway is simple: show up on time at the port, and ask any quick questions at the start. Since it is private, you can get clear answers on how the day will run, what to watch for, and whether swimming or fishing time is a fit for your group.

Price and value: $517.66 per group up to 6

At $517.66 per group for up to 6 people, the price works like this: you are paying for privacy and for using a real motorized boat, not a public cruise.

Where the value comes from:

• Private group size means less waiting around and fewer compromises
• A purpose-built speedboat with Mercury power, sundeck comfort, and electric WC
• Wildlife-focused routing in a named marine area
• Your ability to tailor the day toward beaches and coves or fishing

If you are traveling solo or as a couple, the price can feel steep compared with shared cruises. But if you have 3 to 6 people, the per-person math gets much more reasonable quickly. In that range, you get to spread the cost across the group and still keep the experience intimate.

One more value point: because it is private, you are less tied to a rigid schedule. The day is built around your group being on the water together for about 3 hours, which is exactly the kind of time budget that fits a Tenerife visit without eating the whole day.

Who should book this private boat tour

This tour fits best if you:

• Want sea time as the main attraction, not a quick photo stop
• Prefer a private group setup, especially with kids or mixed-age family groups
• Care about the chance to see dolphins and lesser whales in a focused area
• Want comfort features like a sundeck and electric WC, not just a basic ride

It is also a good match if your Tenerife plans include a few beach days but you have not yet seen the coastline from the water. A cruise like this gives you that missing perspective fast.

On the other hand, it might not be the best match if you hate motion on boats, or if you strongly want long land stays in towns. This tour is built for the water first.

Should you book it? My take

I would book this if you want a compact, private Tenerife South sea day with comfort, real routing for marine watching, and the option to switch between beaches and fishing. The price makes the most sense when you can fill the group up to 6, but even without a full party, it can still feel like good value if privacy is your priority.

The biggest decision factor is weather. If the sea is not cooperating, you do not get the experience you want, so plan for flexibility in your schedule. If you can handle that one variable, this is the kind of tour that makes Tenerife South feel like Tenerife South, right from the waterline.

FAQ

How long is the private boat tour?

It runs for about 3 hours.

What is the group size for this private tour?

It is a private experience, with your group only, up to 6 people.

What does it cost?

The price is $517.66 per group.

Where does the tour start and end?

It starts at Marina San Miguel, Puerto Deportivo de Amarilla Golf, and it ends back at the meeting point.

Where does whale watching happen?

Whale watching is planned in the area between Las Galletas and Palm-Mar.

Can I choose between fishing and beach coves?

Yes. You can choose whether to visit beaches and coves of Tenerife South or try fishing in the Atlantic Ocean.

What is on the boat for comfort?

The boat has a very comfortable sundeck and an electric WC.

Will I receive a ticket on my phone?

Yes, the tour uses a mobile ticket.

Does the tour depend on weather?

Yes, it requires good weather. If it is canceled due to poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.