PUERTO RICO BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Dolphins at Dawn, Market by Noon: A 5‑Hour Catamaran from Puerto Rico to Puerto de Mogán
A five‑hour excursion that pairs roughly two hours of dolphin and whale watching from a catamaran with three hours ashore to explore Puerto de Mogán’s weekly mercadillo.
Dolphins at Dawn, Market by Noon: A 5‑Hour Catamaran from Puerto Rico to Puerto de Mogán.
From the sheltered marina at Puerto Rico, this half‑day catamaran excursion moves from the open sea to a picture‑postcard fishing village: two hours of guided marine searching for dolphins and whales, then three hours to wander the canals and stalls of Puerto de Mogán’s weekly market.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Dolphins and Whales in Their Element
Operators spend about two hours at sea seeking dolphins and whales; Gran Canaria is one of the region’s prime cetacean areas, and the probability of a sighting is described as extremely high—though not guaranteed.
Puerto de Mogán: 'Little Venice' and Market Stalls
After the marine leg, the catamaran calls at Puerto de Mogán, a scenic fishing village where you have roughly three hours to explore its winding, colorful streets and visit the popular weekly mercadillo.
A Compact, Predictable Half‑Day Rhythm
The combined format—about two hours searching at sea followed by three hours ashore—makes this a tightly scheduled five‑hour outing that returns participants by mid‑afternoon.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
You’ll leave Puerto Rico mid‑morning aboard a catamaran, scanning the water for dolphins and whales during an approximate two‑hour marine search. The vessel then lands at Puerto de Mogán, where the rhythm slows: three hours to stroll canals, browse the weekly market and soak in a village lauded as the most beautiful on the island’s south coast.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion is best for—and the basic limits to expect.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The full outing lasts five hours and typically departs on Fridays from the Puerto Rico base at 9:30h.
After approximately two hours at sea and three hours ashore, guests return by bus to the southern resorts, with arrival back around 14:30h; hotel pickup in Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and many other places in the south is included in the price.
The operator notes the activity is subject to weather conditions and may be postponed in case of bad weather.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
When does the tour depart?
Departures are listed on Fridays from the Puerto Rico base at 9:30h.
How long is the excursion?
The full experience is five hours long.
How much time is spent at sea and ashore?
Approximately two hours are spent aboard searching for dolphins and whales and about three hours are spent in Puerto de Mogán.
Are dolphin or whale sightings guaranteed?
While the operator reports the probability of a sighting is extremely high, sightings cannot be guaranteed; the crew will make every effort to make the encounter possible.
Is hotel pickup included?
Pickup in hotels in Maspalomas, Playa del Inglés and many other locations in the island’s south is included in the price.
What happens if the weather is bad?
The activity is subject to meteorological conditions and can be postponed in case of bad weather.