Dolphin Tours in Portugal


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15 Dolphin Tours in Portugal

The trips that actually find the pods.

The 15 dolphin tours travellers rate highest in Portugal, from the bottlenose pods of the Algarve and the Sado estuary to the deep-water dolphins off Madeira. Speedboat searches, catamaran cruises and the Benagil caves on the same trip.

15 Dolphin Tours in Portugal

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching - The smooth start: getting on board on time in Funchal Marina
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Madeira Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

2.From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

A 3-hour eco catamaran cruise from Funchal with hybrid-electric quiet cruising and big-deck whale and dolphin watching off Madeira.

4.5

“A very pleasant morning out on the sea, with slightly rolling ocean. Fresh air and lovely views. Sighting of a few common dolphins was less relevant. Good crew. Thank you”

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From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching - The smooth start: getting on board on time in Funchal Marina
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Madeira Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise - Cabo Girão Water Search: Where the Sightings Happen
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Madeira Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

5.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

3 hours off Funchal on a Seaborn catamaran searching for dolphins, whales, and turtles near Cabo Girão, plus a swim stop.

4.5

“Our cruise was from 6pm-8:30. It was an ideal time as the sun was not too strong at that time and we also got to see the sunset on our way back. We saw quite a few dolphins but not any whales. We also made a stop at Cape Girao for a quick swim.”

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Dolphins Search and Benagil Caves from Albufeira - The small-boat advantage: what max 18 changes
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Dolphins Search and Benagil Caves from Albufeira

7.Dolphins Search and Benagil Caves from Albufeira

Cruise from Albufeira to Benagil Caves and hunt for dolphins on a small boat with an optional swim stop in the Algarve.

5.0

“Amazing experience, the guide was entertaining, knowledgeable. We also got to see many dolphins which was a plus! Of course this is not guaranteed and you should keep this in mind when booking, but the guide will ensure you have a good experience regardless.”

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From Ponta Delgada: Whale and Dolphin Watching Trip - Safety Briefing That Sets the Rules of the Sea
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Sao Miguel Island Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

From Ponta Delgada: Whale and Dolphin Watching Trip

9.From Ponta Delgada: Whale and Dolphin Watching Trip

Whale and dolphin watching from Ponta Delgada in the Azores. 3 hours with an onboard biologist, catamaran or Zodiac, plus a second trip.

4.7

“Mind-blowing! we had our fingers crossed we would get a few sightings of whales or dolphins, but we had different types of dolphins swimming alongside the boat and we saw two types of whales, with a sperm whale coming really close to the boat, incredible! Our guide and skipper were very friendly and knowledgeable, we…”

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Portimão: Benagil Caves & Dolphins Watching with Biologist - Getting there at Kiosk n°6: the small logistics that save your trip
Algarve Dolphin Tours, Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Tour Reviews

Portimão: Benagil Caves & Dolphins Watching with Biologist

10.Portimão: Benagil Caves & Dolphins Watching with Biologist

Marine biologist-led dolphin watching and Benagil sea caves from Portimão, plus a possible swim stop, all for $47 in 2.5 hours.

4.8

“We had a wonderful time on this trip! I had my doubts about seeing dolphins in January, but we were not disappointed! The caves were beautiful and we spent a lot of time going near the caves so we could get closer looks. The tide was high so we couldn’t go into the caves. The…”

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Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise to the Ocean & Dolphin Watching - The 2.5-hour cruise rhythm: what the timing really means
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Lisbon Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise to the Ocean & Dolphin Watching

11.Lisbon: Tagus River Cruise to the Ocean & Dolphin Watching

2.5-hour Tagus-to-Atlantic dolphin cruise from Lisbon with an open bar and guided sights from Belem to Cais do Sodré.

4.0

“The ladies were just great! They welcomed us with drinks and gave us a guided run down on everything we was passing along the river. Even though we didn’t see any dolphins, it was still a lovely experience”

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Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise - Getting On Board at Albufeira Marina (No Hotel Pickup)
Algarve Dolphin Tours, Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Tour Reviews

Albufeira: Dolphin Watching and Benagil Cave Boat Cruise

Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise - The catamaran ride to open sea: smoother sailing, better scanning
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Madeira Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise

All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour - Wildlife search time: dolphins, whales, and turtles without the chaos
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Madeira Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour

14.All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour

Luxury catamaran whale and dolphin watch from Funchal with open bar, snacks, and a Cabo Girão swim stop in 3 hours.

4.9

“We had a wonderful trip out. We were extremely well looked after by the crew especially Nic the captain and Maggi . Despite being a little choppy we felt very safe . The crew were very knowledgeable and extremely considerate of the marine life . The catamaran was first class and immaculate . We enjoyed…”

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Lagos: Combo Dolphin and Benagil Tour with Marine Biologist - Dolphin watching off Lagos with a marine biologist
Dolphin Tours in Portugal, Lagos Portugal Dolphin Tours, Tour Reviews

Lagos: Combo Dolphin and Benagil Tour with Marine Biologist

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