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The Giant cliffs of Los Gigantes & Masca
The Cliffs here appear to drop almost vertically into the sea from the heavens.
Ranging in hight between 500m & 800m these cliffs draw the large pleasure boats that take tourists out to view them and the Dolphins.
Los Gigantes is Spanish for the phrase “The Giants” and is so called due to the gigantic cliffs lining its coast.
The cliffs are definitely worth a visit whilst on holiday in the Canary Islands and are best viewed from a boat where you can see all the different layers of volcanic rock. The rocks are also used as a destination for climbing fanatics.
In the bay of Masca you have the opportunity to go for a swim in the clear blue waters surrounding Tenerife
Ranging in hight between 500m & 800m these cliffs draw the large pleasure boats that take tourists out to view them and the Dolphins.
Los Gigantes is Spanish for the phrase “The Giants” and is so called due to the gigantic cliffs lining its coast.
The cliffs are definitely worth a visit whilst on holiday in the Canary Islands and are best viewed from a boat where you can see all the different layers of volcanic rock. The rocks are also used as a destination for climbing fanatics.
In the bay of Masca you have the opportunity to go for a swim in the clear blue waters surrounding Tenerife
Whales & Dolphins sighting from our Sub-Marine Vision
The Royal Delfin is equipped with large underwater areas where one can imagine being in a giant aquarium. Underwater cameras keep track of everything for those who prefer to observe the show from the upper deck. Trough this amazing experience one gets in touch with the beautiful Fauna and the unknown. Our catamaran is the only boat in Puerto Colon, Las Americas build with
Sub-Marine Vision
Sub-Marine Vision
For the whole family
Tenerife is a perfect choice for a family holiday this year. This attractive Canary Island has all year round sunshine and a variety of resorts to suit all tastes.
Whale & Dolphin watching - this is one of the most popular activities on the island, with about 20 different species of mammals living in Carnary Island waters.
A glass-bottomed boat trip is a great way to spot other marine life too.
Our excursions are a must for families, young people and lovers for nature and for everyone who is looking for something different.
Don’t miss out a relaxing day on the Ocean with Tenerife Dolphin
A different way of discovering and exploring nature and the marine life.
Whale & Dolphin watching - this is one of the most popular activities on the island, with about 20 different species of mammals living in Carnary Island waters.
A glass-bottomed boat trip is a great way to spot other marine life too.
Our excursions are a must for families, young people and lovers for nature and for everyone who is looking for something different.
Don’t miss out a relaxing day on the Ocean with Tenerife Dolphin
A different way of discovering and exploring nature and the marine life.
Bottlenose Dolphin
Bottlenose Dolphins are found in all cold temperate to tropical seas worldwide. They occur quite regularly in coastal waters, and some populations even migrate in response to changing environmental conditions.
Common name Bottlenose Dolphin
Scientific name Tursiops truncatus
Suborder Toothed Whales (Odontoceti)
Clasification All Bottlenose Dolphins are classified as Tursiops truncatus, which is derived from the Latin and Greek words for 'porpoise' and 'face'. Though there are a number of external differences between populations from various parts of the globe, no subspecies are currently recognised, and any such differences are thought to be because of varying environmental conditions.
Description Made famous by the television show Flipper, the Bottlenose Dolphin is a large, robust animal with a slightly hooked broad dorsal fin. Size and some physical characteristics vary according to the distribution of each individual. In smaller forms, the well-known bottle-shaped beak is shorter and slender. It broadens as the body size increases. In some populations the melon is more rounded. Body colour also varies; the dorsal cape ranges from dark blue to brown-grey, fading to a pale grey along the flanks. The ventral surface is white-pink, and the tip of the snout is normally white. Tail flukes and the flippers' edges are grey-black. Dark lines from melon to eye and eye to flipper can also be seen. Some populations are spotted, or a dark grey-black. The Bottlenose Dolphin measures between 1.9m and 4m, weighing 90-650kg.
Common name Bottlenose Dolphin
Scientific name Tursiops truncatus
Suborder Toothed Whales (Odontoceti)
Clasification All Bottlenose Dolphins are classified as Tursiops truncatus, which is derived from the Latin and Greek words for 'porpoise' and 'face'. Though there are a number of external differences between populations from various parts of the globe, no subspecies are currently recognised, and any such differences are thought to be because of varying environmental conditions.
Description Made famous by the television show Flipper, the Bottlenose Dolphin is a large, robust animal with a slightly hooked broad dorsal fin. Size and some physical characteristics vary according to the distribution of each individual. In smaller forms, the well-known bottle-shaped beak is shorter and slender. It broadens as the body size increases. In some populations the melon is more rounded. Body colour also varies; the dorsal cape ranges from dark blue to brown-grey, fading to a pale grey along the flanks. The ventral surface is white-pink, and the tip of the snout is normally white. Tail flukes and the flippers' edges are grey-black. Dark lines from melon to eye and eye to flipper can also be seen. Some populations are spotted, or a dark grey-black. The Bottlenose Dolphin measures between 1.9m and 4m, weighing 90-650kg.
Short Finned Pilot Whales
Pilot Whales are jet black or a very dark grey colour. The dorsal fin is set forward on the back and sweeps back.
The newborn whale's dorsal fin is flexible at birth so as to facilitate the birthing process. The body is elongated but stocky and narrows abruptly toward the tail fin.
Birth weight of calves is roughly 220 lbs. (100kg.). Adult males can reach up to 20 feet (6.1 m) and weigh up to 3 tons. Adult females measure up to 16 feet (4.9 m) and weigh up to 1.5 tons.[1] Life span is about 45 years in males and 60 years in females for both species.
Pilot whales, mother and calf, Kona, Hawaii. Both species live in groups of about 10 to 30 in number on average but some groups may be 100 or more.
They are quite active and will frequently lobtail, spyhop and approach boats.
Pilot Whales feed predominantly on squid. As compared to their other tooth-whale relatives they have many fewer teeth; numbering only 30 to 40 as compared to 120 in the bottlenosed dolphin.
This is thought to be an adaptation to their squid eating diet.
The Short-finned species is more populous. It is found in temperate and tropical waters of the Indian, Atlantic (Canary Islands) and Pacific Oceans.
Its population overlaps slightly with the Long-finned Species in the western Atlantic.
The newborn whale's dorsal fin is flexible at birth so as to facilitate the birthing process. The body is elongated but stocky and narrows abruptly toward the tail fin.
Birth weight of calves is roughly 220 lbs. (100kg.). Adult males can reach up to 20 feet (6.1 m) and weigh up to 3 tons. Adult females measure up to 16 feet (4.9 m) and weigh up to 1.5 tons.[1] Life span is about 45 years in males and 60 years in females for both species.
Pilot whales, mother and calf, Kona, Hawaii. Both species live in groups of about 10 to 30 in number on average but some groups may be 100 or more.
They are quite active and will frequently lobtail, spyhop and approach boats.
Pilot Whales feed predominantly on squid. As compared to their other tooth-whale relatives they have many fewer teeth; numbering only 30 to 40 as compared to 120 in the bottlenosed dolphin.
This is thought to be an adaptation to their squid eating diet.
The Short-finned species is more populous. It is found in temperate and tropical waters of the Indian, Atlantic (Canary Islands) and Pacific Oceans.
Its population overlaps slightly with the Long-finned Species in the western Atlantic.
Royal Delfin
Luxurious and stylish catamaran with ample space on either the open air deck or inside the elegant art-deco bar/lounge. Our air conditioned underwater cabins with panoramic windows and submarines cameras with live TV-monitor connection, guarantee excellent whale-watching conditions.
The fantastic advantage of this boat is that passengers can walk around the spacious sun decks undisturbed! Whales and dolphins of all types swim around the boat constantly. The Royal Delfin is equipped with large underwater areas (Sub-Marine Vission), the only vessels in Puerto Colon, Las Americas. where one can imagine being in a giant aquarium. or for one prefer to observe the show from the upper deck.
Cushioned seating and tables to offer you all the confortand there are four restrooms on board. shaded area for passengers who prefer to stay out of the sun, especially parents with childeren.
Our catamaran is equipped with stairs that offer the easiest entrance into the water for passengers of all ages. If you need any assistance do not hesitate to ask, our crew is always nearby to lend a hand.
Simply a must and welcome on board..!!
The fantastic advantage of this boat is that passengers can walk around the spacious sun decks undisturbed! Whales and dolphins of all types swim around the boat constantly. The Royal Delfin is equipped with large underwater areas (Sub-Marine Vission), the only vessels in Puerto Colon, Las Americas. where one can imagine being in a giant aquarium. or for one prefer to observe the show from the upper deck.
Cushioned seating and tables to offer you all the confortand there are four restrooms on board. shaded area for passengers who prefer to stay out of the sun, especially parents with childeren.
Our catamaran is equipped with stairs that offer the easiest entrance into the water for passengers of all ages. If you need any assistance do not hesitate to ask, our crew is always nearby to lend a hand.
Simply a must and welcome on board..!!
