Locations
Discover more about each of the locations WeWhale works in – from whale and dolphin observation experiences to conservation programmes and whale protection projects – and learn more about the locations themselves.
Lanzarote – Ocean adventures and lunar landscapes
The Canarian island of Lanzarote is one of the places in the world with the greatest diversity of whales and dolphins (at least 30 species of cetaceans are spotted here). Add in year-round good weather, easy access to beaches and water sports, and Lanzarote is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and ocean enthusiasts.
Tenerife – Island of eternal spring and pilot whales
The island of Tenerife is full of stark contrasts – from Mount Teide (the third-tallest volcano structure on earth) to beautiful beaches and picturesque villages. The Canarian island is also one of the top places in the world for observing whales and dolphins all year round.
In 2021, the west coast was declared a Whale Heritage Site, the first designation of this kind in Europe. A wide range of whales and dolphins live in the waters between Tenerife and La Gomera, including a resident population of pilot whales.
Denia – Coastal gem on fin whale migration route
The historic coastal city of Denia, on Spain’s Costa Blanca, is perfectly positioned for those interested in marine wildlife. The Denia coastline is a prime-whale watching destination in this region, with a wide range of marine life to be spotted. The Cabo de San Antonio marine reserve, a protected area spanning 900 hectares, sits between Denia and Xabia/Javia.
Sotogrande – Contrasting views and common dolphins aplenty
Located on the southern coast of Andalucía, Sotogrande was originally founded as a gated community but is now a popular open resort settlement.
The area has spectacular and contrasting views of sea, hills, forests and green fairways. It is located 25 kilometres northeast of Gibraltar, and you can see the famous Rock of Gibraltar and Morocco at vantage points in Sotogrande.
Barbate/Strait of Gibraltar – Extraordinary habitat for whales & dolphins
Barbate is a town on Spain’s Costa de la Luz, 40 kilometres north of Cadiz. The modern town grew up around a fishing industry that goes back to Roman times. The Strait of Gibraltar connects the Atlantic Ocean with the European Mediterranean Sea and separates the two continents of Europe and Africa, more precisely it separates Spain and Morocco.
