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Private Atlantic Star, Quick Facts
Paseo en barco privado por Tenerife With Whale Guarantee
If your reason for a private boat trip in Tenerife is to see whales and dolphins, this is the one. The Atlantic Star is a comfortable sailing yacht for up to 10 guests, departing Puerto Colón in Costa Adeje with the official whale watching licence, the yellow flag with the blue boat logo. No strangers, no crowds. And it is the only private boat here where a money back sighting guarantee can be added.
We are honest below about what a sighting actually looks like, because it is not a zoo and nobody should book expecting one. Scroll on, we hold nothing back.
Club Canary is the only agency that lets you add a money back sighting guarantee on this boat: no whales or dolphins, and you get your money back or a free rebooking. No hotel, tour operator or big booking site offers that. Reserve with a small deposit, pay the rest on the day, and plan your whole day with real people on WhatsApp from 08:00 to 22:00. Best Price Guarantee included. Rated 4.8/5 from 1,360+ verified reviews.
The whole boat from 525€. Choose 3, 6 or 9 hours in the booking calendar.
⚠️ The yellow flag matters. In Tenerife, only boats with the official whale watching licence may approach the animals. The Atlantic Star is one of the few private boats that carries it, so look for the yellow flag with the blue boat logo. Your sightings are done legally and respectfully, and a boat without that flag legally cannot take you near a pod.
Atlantic Star Charters, The Boat Club Canary Books Ourselves
Want a private whale watching boat in Tenerife, relaxed, with just your own group? This is the one we book for ourselves. The whole sailing yacht is yours: sunbathe, nap, chat, or just watch the water while the captain and host handle everything.
It is comfortable for 10 guests, and the sweet spot is around 6 to 8, so everyone has room to lie down. To hire the Atlantic Star in Tenerife you book the whole boat, not a seat, which is why an Atlantic Star private boat trip feels nothing like a group excursion. Watch the trip on video to get the feel of it.
📸 "Nobody photobombing me." Cuando tienes todo el barco para ti, puedes hacer fotos a tu familia, a tu pareja y a los paisajes. Sin extraños en el encuadre.
¿Hay Un Barco Privado En Tenerife Con Garantía De Avistamiento De Ballenas?
Yes, and the Atlantic Star is the only one, booked through Club Canary. It is the one Tenerife boat hire with whale guarantee attached, and the only guaranteed whale sighting private boat on the island. If marine life is your priority you are not gambling your day: see whales or dolphins, or get your money back on the trip, or a free rebooking. The optional guarantee is added in the booking calendar, priced per trip length.
It covers whales and dolphins. You are guaranteed to see at least one of the two. The whales you normally see are pilot whales, and on very lucky days sperm whales or other species.
Honest expectations. This is not a zoo. A sighting can be a group close to the boat, or simply fins breaking the surface within 30 metres. The crew cannot make whales jump on command. What we can promise is that these are some of the richest whale watching waters anywhere.
If you see neither. You get a free private trip, or a refund of the trip cost minus the guarantee fee and any upgrades, decided with the guide before docking. Full terms are in the Policy fold below.
Why nobody else offers it. A guaranteed whale sighting on a private boat means the agency carries the risk if the ocean is quiet. We do it because we know these waters and we have the numbers to back it.
Private Whale And Dolphin Watching Tenerife, What You Actually See
On a Tenerife private whale watching tour like this one, sometimes called a whale watching private charter Tenerife wide, the Atlantic Star heads for the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera, where pilot whales live all year round and dolphins show up often too. From the boat you usually see fins and backs breaking the surface, sometimes very close, while the crew shares what they know about the animals.
That is the honest picture of private dolphin and whale watching in Tenerife. No performances, no feeding, just wild animals in their own water and a licensed boat that keeps a respectful distance.
From the deck 🐋 This is how they look from the boat. You often come a little closer than this.
Meet The Pilot Whales
This is how the pilot whales look up close. To be clear, you will not see them underwater like this on the trip, we added the photo so you know what these animals are like. They travel in family groups, mothers with their young, sometimes 20 or more together.
The locals, up close 🐬 Pilot whales are not very big, so guests sometimes think they are dolphins. Very lucky days bring sperm whales.
Relájate A Tu Manera, Es Tu Barco
Sail out along the Costa Adeje coast on soft cushions. Sunbathe, nap, chat, or just watch the water. There is no fixed programme and no strangers to share with, so you take it slow while the crew looks for whales and dolphins.
Blankets come out on cooler winter trips, the deck is barefoot, and your music plays over Bluetooth if you like.
Room to actually lie down 😎 The boat takes up to 10 guests, but the sweet spot is 6 to 8, so everyone gets a cushion spot.
Choose Your Trip Length, 3, 6 Or 9 Hours
Three private formats, one boat. Live prices for each are in the booking calendar, so what you see there is always current.
3 horas
- The classic route: Puerto Colón, the whale waters toward La Gomera, then El Puertito bay.
- A swim and snorkel break in the calm bay, then back to port.
- The same route the shared trips follow, just all yours.
Enough for the whales and a swim.
6 horas
- Everything above, plus time to sail on to Los Gigantes, the famous cliffs.
- A stop there, then a cruise back.
- Considerably more time on the water.
Where it stops feeling short.
9 Hours, Full Day
- Reach Los Gigantes and Masca, with longer swimming and snorkelling breaks.
- Extended whale and dolphin watching.
- Even time for some proper sailing if you want it.
A whole day at sea.
Comida Y Bebidas Incluidas
Fresh sandwiches and snacks are always included, with gluten-free options on request. So are unlimited drinks: water, soft drinks, white wine, beer, sangria and cava. Eat during the swim break, or earlier, whenever suits your group.
Always included 🥪 Fresh sandwiches, snacks and unlimited drinks, with wine, sangria and cava, on every private trip.
¿Quieres Celebrar? Añade Extras Especiales
Making it a celebration? You can pre-order extras that come fresh from a local restaurant: pizza, paella or sushi, plus a birthday cake or Moët champagne to toast on board. Ordered before departure and paid on arrival, with live prices in the booking calendar. Add them when booking or in your order note.
Note that extras are not refundable and are not covered by the sighting guarantee.
Make it a celebration 🎂 Sushi, pizza or paella, restaurant-fresh and pre-ordered, plus a cake or Moët to toast on board.
Families, Couples And Everyone In Between
A private boat suits different groups for different reasons, so here is the honest breakdown rather than one line claiming it works for everybody.
Family Private Whale Watching
- Calm, private and relaxed, never a loud party boat.
- Side protection on the deck, and you are always right next to your children.
- Space to move, a swim stop to cool off, and a crew that includes the kids.
- Arguably the best private boat trip Tenerife for families offers, and one of the easiest days out you can book here.
Parents can actually relax.
Romantic And Couples
- A Tenerife private boat trip for couples: anniversaries, birthdays and quiet days out for two.
- And yes, marriage proposals. Add champagne and a cake and the crew helps make the moment.
- For a Tenerife romantic private whale watching trip, ask about a excursión privada al atardecer también.
A romantic private boat trip in Tenerife, done simply.
Small Private Sailing Boat, Relaxed Rather Than Extreme
Worried it is hardcore sailing? Do not be. This is a calm, comfortable trip rather than a sporty challenge: the boat mostly runs on the motor, does not tip over on its side, and you need zero sailing experience. The crew often puts the sail up just for the feeling of it.
Want a real Tenerife private sailing trip whale watching style, sails properly up for the fun of it? That is possible too, just mention it in your order note. Otherwise simply relax and enjoy. It is a small private sailing boat rather than a yacht charter, which is exactly why it feels personal.
Private Boat Trip Puerto Colón, Where You Board
You board at Puerto Colón, Puerta 0, in front of the Yubari sushi restaurant, in the heart of Costa Adeje. Be there 15 minutes before departure and your crew will meet you.
Costa Adeje. You are on the doorstep, so a Costa Adeje private boat trip needs no transfer at all.
Playa de las Américas and Los Cristianos. A short taxi or drive along the coast.
Parking. Available at the port at around 1.20€ per hour.
Maps. Open Gate 0 in Google Maps. It is easy to find once you are inside the marina.
Also at Puerto Colón. If you want something larger and more polished, the Tigresa Azimut 60 berths in the same marina.
What Is The Best Private Boat Trip For Whale Watching In Tenerife?
Honest answer: it depends what you weigh most. If whales are the priority, this is the one, because it is the only private boat where the sighting is guaranteed and it carries the official licence.
If you want a larger, more polished yacht, the Tigresa is the better fit. If you are comparing it against the best whale watching boat hire Tenerife has generally, this wins on the guarantee alone. And if you do not need the whole boat, the shared small group trip on the same yacht costs far less. We would rather point you at the right one than sell you the biggest.
And it is genuinely the private trip we book for ourselves: when friends or family visit, our founder Roy and much of the team rent the Atlantic Star privately and head out together.
The founder's pick ⭐ Roy and the Club Canary team rent this exact boat privately when friends and family visit. That is the real review.
Where Is The Best Place To Book A Private Whale Watching Trip?
Book direct with Club Canary, the local team in Costa Adeje. We are the only agency offering the sighting guarantee on this boat. A small deposit reserves your date, the balance is paid on the day, preferably in cash to the crew, and we plan the whole day and the extras with you on WhatsApp.
Do not need the whole boat? Join the shared small group trip on the Atlantic Star instead. Want a bigger yacht? The Tigresa. Or compare all whale watching tours in Tenerife. More than 10 guests? Email events@clubcanary.com.
Lo práctico, toca una sección para abrirla
¿Qué Está Incluido?
- Viaje privado: your group only, up to 10 guests.
- Tripulación de 2 personas captain and host, warm and personal.
- Bebidas ilimitadas: water, soft drinks, white wine, beer, sangria and cava.
- Comida fresca sandwiches and snacks, gluten-free on request.
- Observación de ballenas y delfines: the main event.
- Swim and snorkel stop with gear included.
- Comfort on board: soft sun cushions and shaded seating.
- Navegar cuando sea posible: the sails go up when the weather allows.
- Mantas for cooler winter trips.
- Instalaciones: changing room, toilet and Bluetooth music.
- Con licencia: the official whale watching yellow flag.
- Sighting guarantee: added in the booking calendar, priced per trip length.
- Pre-ordered food: pizza, paella or sushi per person.
- Celebration: a birthday cake, or Moët champagne in 75cl or 1.5L.
- Restaurant-fresh, ordered before departure and paid on arrival, with live prices in the calendar.
- Real sailing on request, just add it to your order note.
Tenga en cuenta: upgrades are not refundable and are not covered by the sighting guarantee.
Something else in mind? Add it in your order note and we will arrange it.
Qué llevar: swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. Shoes are stored safely, the deck is barefoot.
Información Útil, Horarios y Normas
Everything you need before your private whale and dolphin watching trip on the Atlantic Star, one of the few private boats in Tenerife with the official whale watching licence and the only one with the Club Canary sighting guarantee.
Salidas: 09:30, 12:30 and 15:30. Choose 3, 6 or 9 hours in the booking calendar.
Tamaño del grupo: up to 10 guests, your group only. The sweet spot is around 6 to 8, so everyone has room to lie down.
Punto de encuentro: Puerto Colón, Puerta 0, enfrente del restaurante de sushi Yubari. Be there 15 minutes before departure and your crew will meet you.
Aparcamiento: available at the port, around 1.20€ per hour.
Entradas y pago: a small deposit secures your booking, and the balance is paid on the day, preferably in cash to the crew. Show your Club Canary ticket on your phone or printed.
Qué traer: swimwear, a towel and sunscreen. Shoes are stored safely, the deck is barefoot.
A bordo: soft cushions, shaded seating, a changing room, a toilet and Bluetooth music.
Idiomas: the crew is multilingual and happy to help.
Fumar: only in the designated area at the back.
Sailing: the boat mostly runs on the motor and does not heel over. No experience needed. Want real sailing? Say so in your order note.
Preguntas Frecuentes Sobre El Charter Privado
The questions people ask us most about a private whale and dolphin watching trip on the Atlantic Star. Still unsure? Chat with our local team on WhatsApp, ayudamos rápido.
¿Cuál es la mejor excursión privada en barco en Tenerife para familias?
El Atlantic Star es una de las mejores excursiones en barco privado de Tenerife para familias. Es un paseo tranquilo y relajado, nada que ver con esos barcos de fiesta ruidosos. A los niños suele encantarles. Hay espacio para moverse, una parada para darse un chapuzón y refrescarse, y una tripulación amable que se encarga de que todos estén a gusto. Al ser una excursión privada, los padres pueden relajarse por completo.
Hablando con sinceridad sobre la relación calidad-precio: si dispones de un presupuesto elevado y buscas lujo en estado puro, también contamos con yates de gama alta. Pero en la gama media, a partir de unos 500€ por todo el barco, este es el mejor viaje privado para familias. Una experiencia fantástica, a un precio justo, sin necesidad de gastar de más.
¿Hay algún barco privado en Tenerife con garantía de avistamiento de ballenas?
Sí, y el Atlantic Star es el único. Si reservas a través del Club Canary, puedes añadir una garantía de devolución del dinero opcional. ¿No hay ballenas ni delfines? Te devolvemos el dinero del viaje o te ofrecemos una nueva reserva gratuita. La tarifa es de 120€ por 3 horas, 170€ por 6 horas y 200€ por 9 horas. Ningún hotel ni gran sitio web se atreve a ofrecer esto.
¿Cuántas personas caben en el Atlantic Star privado?
Hasta 10 invitados, y el barco completo es tuyo. Es cómodo para 10, pero no es un barco enorme. El punto ideal es entre 6 y 8 personas, para que todos tengan espacio para acostarse y relajarse. ¿Sois más de 10? Envíanos un mensaje y buscaremos una solución.
¿Es la fiesta privada Atlantic Star adecuada para parejas o para una propuesta de matrimonio?
Absolutamente. Al ser completamente privado, es perfecto para parejas, aniversarios y cumpleaños. Incluso se reserva para propuestas de matrimonio. Añade champán y una tarta, y la tripulación te ayudará a hacer el momento especial. Para algo extra romántico, pregúntanos sobre un excursión privada al atardecer.
¿Realmente veremos ballenas o delfines?
Es muy probable que sí. Las ballenas piloto viven en estas aguas durante todo el año, y los delfines también se dejan ver a menudo. En la naturaleza nada es 100% seguro, y precisamente por eso puedes añadir la garantía opcional de devolución del dinero. Si para ti es importante verlos, añádela y quédate tranquilo.
¿Da miedo navegar? ¿Se va a volcar el barco?
No, no te preocupes. Este es un viaje tranquilo y cómodo, no un desafío deportivo de vela. El barco funciona principalmente con el motor y no se inclina de costado. No necesitas ninguna experiencia en navegación. La tripulación a menudo izaba la vela solo por la agradable sensación. ¿Quieres navegar de verdad por diversión? Solo pídelo en la nota de tu pedido.
¿Deberíamos elegir 3, 6 o 9 horas?
La excursión de 3 horas es la más popular. Es tiempo más que suficiente para avistar ballenas y delfines y disfrutar de un descanso para nadar y hacer snorkel cerca de Puerto Colón. Elige la de 6 horas si quieres navegar hasta los acantilados de Los Gigantes. Elige la excursión de 9 horas para disfrutar de un día completo, llegando también a Masca, con pausas más largas y tiempo para navegar a gusto.
Una cosa que debes saber: elige el horario al hacer la reserva. No es posible añadir horas adicionales el mismo día ni pagar a bordo. El Atlantic Star es una embarcación muy popular y también realiza excursiones compartidas habituales, por lo que hay nuevos pasajeros esperando la siguiente salida. Si crees que quizá quieras quedarte más tiempo, reserva la opción más larga desde el principio.
¿Es seguro el viaje privado en barco para niños?
Sí. La cubierta tiene protección lateral y en un viaje privado siempre estás al lado de tus hijos. El riesgo real de caída es muy pequeño. El barco se mantiene tranquilo y no se inclina, por lo que se siente seguro y fácil. La mayoría de los niños se lo pasan genial.
¿Qué comidas y bebidas están incluidas, y podemos añadir más?
Se incluyen sándwiches y aperitivos frescos, además de bebidas ilimitadas: agua, refrescos, vino blanco, cerveza, sangría y cava. Opciones sin gluten bajo petición. ¿Quieres hacerlo especial? Puedes pedir con antelación pizza, sushi, paella, tarta de cumpleaños o champán Moët, pedidos frescos antes de la salida.
¿Con cuánta antelación debemos reservar el viaje privado?
Reserva lo antes posible. Este barco también ofrece viajes compartidos a diario, por lo que los días privados se agotan rápido. Las solicitudes de última hora (menos de 14 días) dependen de la disponibilidad. Nuestro calendario en línea no siempre está completamente actualizado, así que para una fecha cercana, Envíanos primero un mensaje al WhatsApp para comprobar.
¿Desde dónde sale el vuelo privado Atlantic Star?
Desde la puerta 0 de Puerto Colón, en Costa Adeje, frente al restaurante de sushi Yubari. Se encuentra a un corto paseo o a un breve trayecto en taxi desde Costa Adeje y la Playa de las Américas. Hay aparcamiento en el puerto, a unos 1,20€ la hora, y la tripulación te recibirá en la puerta.
¿Por qué recomienda Club Canary este barco privado?
¿Sinceramente? Porque lo reservamos nosotros mismos. Cuando nuestros amigos y familiares visitan Tenerife, nuestro fundador, Roy, y el equipo alquilan el Atlantic Star de forma privada y salen a navegar juntos. Es cómodo, personal, ideal para familias y el único barco privado que ofrece la garantía opcional de devolución del dinero. Si tu prioridad son las ballenas, esta es tu mejor opción.
¿Reservas a última hora o la fecha parece estar completa? Comprueba siempre primero con nosotros la disponibilidad real; a menudo aún podemos encontrarte un hueco.
Booking Policy And Guarantee Terms
Thank you for choosing the Atlantic Star for your private day at sea with Club Canary. These terms keep things fair and clear so every trip runs smoothly. Please have a quick read before you book.
Deposit y pago
- A small deposit secures your private booking.
- You pay the balance on the day, preferably in cash to the crew.
- The deposit holds your spot but does not cover lost time if you do not show up.
Cancelación y Reprogramación
- Más de 72 horas antes: cancelación o cambio de fecha gratuito. Correo electrónico office@clubcanary.com.
- 48 a 72 horas antes: pierdes tu depósito.
- Entre 12 y 48 horas antes: pérdida del depósito, más 45€ por cada hora reservada.
- Menos de 12 horas antes, o en caso de no presentarse: 70€ por hora reservada. Esto cubre el coste mínimo del viaje perdido.
Whale Watching Guarantee Terms, Optional
- The guarantee is an optional add-on, priced per trip length in the booking calendar.
- It covers whales and dolphins: you are guaranteed to see at least one of the two. Specific species are not promised, though most encounters are pilot whales.
- These are wild animals. A sighting can be a group near the boat, or simply a fin within 30 metres. That counts as a successful sighting.
- If the trip returns early because of severe seasickness, the guarantee fee is refunded. There is no further compensation for not spotting whales, as that is beyond our control.
- If adverse weather or an unexpected event changes the trip, the guarantee may not apply, and we discuss alternatives with you.
- If you took the guarantee and saw no whales or dolphins, you get a free private trip or a full refund minus the guarantee fee and any upgrades, decided with the guide before docking. We process this based on the captain's confirmation and any photos, and we fully trust the Atlantic Star crew.
Condiciones meteorológicas y del mar
- Trips depend on suitable weather. If we have to cancel, you can reschedule or take a full refund.
A bordo y cronometraje
- Any concerns during the trip should go straight to the captain or manager on board so they can help right away.
- No hay reembolsos por mareos o por pedir regresar antes de tiempo.
- Si llegas tarde, tu tiempo en el agua se reduce. Si un retraso es causado por nosotros, extenderemos tu viaje para compensarlo.
Peticiones especiales
- ¿Tiene una preferencia gastronómica, una celebración en mente o desea un viaje más largo? Simplemente contáctenos y lo organizaremos.
Asistencia
- ¿Necesitas ayuda con algo? Email office@clubcanary.com o chatea con nuestro equipo local en WhatsApp, every day from 08:00 to 22:00.
Estas condiciones solo sirven para que tu día privado con Club Canary sea justo y distendido para todos. ¿Tienes alguna pregunta o necesitas algún arreglo especial? No dudes en ponerte en contacto con nosotros. Estamos deseando darte la bienvenida a bordo.
¿Preguntas o una petición especial? Chatea con nuestro equipo local en WhatsApp. Respondemos rápido.
La Opinión Sincera de Club Canary
Hablando en serio de su equipo local en las Islas Canarias
Real talk: this is a boat we book ourselves. When our own friends or family visit Tenerife, our founder Roy and much of the team rent the Atlantic Star privately and head out together. That is how much we rate it.
If you love nature and want an easy, private day to spot whales and dolphins, this is the one: comfortable, personal and family-friendly, with the routes, the crew and the calm that make it work. And it is the only private boat in Tenerife with the optional money back sighting guarantee, so your day is never a gamble on the ocean being busy.
Two honest things. It is a sailing boat rather than a polished yacht, so if you want gleaming decks and a flybridge, the Tigresa is your boat. And a sighting can genuinely just be fins at thirty metres. That still counts, and it is still remarkable, but nobody here is promising a whale jumping over your bow.
If whales are your priority, this is the private trip Club Canary would book. Your boat, your people, their ocean.
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