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Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

Badge of ExcellenceMalaga, Spain
Dolphin Trip
  • 2 hours
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Seize the chance to see wild dolphins in their natural habitat on this boat trip from Benalmadena. Board a catamaran–one that bears a sustainable eco-tourism Blue Flag–and sail into the Alboran Sea. Look for the pods, learn about them from the expert crew, and with luck, observe them as they skim through the waves. If time allows, your trip also includes an optional swim in the sea.
  • Look for dolphins in the Alboran Sea on a catamaran trip from Benalmadena
  • Fun and easy way to observe these marine mammals in the wild
  • Blue-Flag trip by sustainable operator with commentary and tips from crew
  • Choice of departures, on-board snacks, and optional swim stop if time allows

What's Included

  • WiFi on board
  • Blue Flag for sustainable boating tourism operator
  • Integral System for Tourism Quality in Destination (SICTED)
  • Boat Ride

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • Costasol Cruceros - Paseo Delfines y Ferry Benalmádena/Fuengirola
      C. La Fragata, 6, 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain

      Next to the Citysightseeing Bus stop.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Puerto Marina Benalmadena (Pass By)

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Stroller accessible
    • Service animals allowed
    • Near public transportation
    • Most travelers can participate
    • It is recommended to always call ahead of the event where our staff can provide you with information about the maritime forecast and the weather on the day of the excursion.
    • The company reserves the right to cancel or modify schedules due to weather conditions or technical reasons.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
    • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

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    Craig_T
    Brilliant boat trip seen lots of Dolphins great Value for Money. Highly recommended the staff on-board we're brilliant and great music on-board too.

    Reviews

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    Boat cruise benalmadina.
    RogerAlan_C, May 2024
    Cruise on the Mediterranean Sea. In the sunshine was great experience so relaxing .. definitely the trip yo take if you in benalmadina marina...
    Excellent
    Saheed_A, Apr 2024
    The tour guides very nice, the dolphins came to the shore and lead us to where we say many of them. It was as if they were expecting us to visit. The crew were on time no delay and the return journey was smooth. I love the experience especially with my family.
    Good trip
    Greg_J, Apr 2024
    Saw dolphins right outside the marina for an hour we played and followed a massive group of 30+ until we had to turn back to finish the tour. We were told it was unusual, but was great. Waves were at a min and I suffer with motion sickness so was very stable and I was ok
    Great value for Money. 5*
    Craig_T, Apr 2024
    Brilliant boat trip seen lots of Dolphins great Value for Money. Highly recommended the staff on-board we're brilliant and great music on-board too.
    Nice 2 hour boat trip - saw lots of dolphins
    Kurt_R, Feb 2024
    Very well organised trip for 2 hours - saw lots of dolphins. Nice little bar - toilets clean. Enjoyed our trip.
    For people who don’t mind crowded boat to watch dolphins if lucky
    Sathishkumar_K, Feb 2024
    We were fortunate to spot dolphins after a hour long ride. But the catamaran was full of people., it was very hard to get a good space in the boat to watch dolphins. Also the boat was bit wobbly made some of us get sick and nauseous. Overall an average tour.
    Great crew
    Joan_W, Nov 2023
    The trip was good & crew were great. Unfortunately no dolphins but we understand that. We understood that snacks were included but this was incorrect
    Disappointed
    Fidelma_P, Sep 2023
    Was so looking forward to this .. was very disappointed never got to see them spent 2 hours bored. Got 50 % discount for when I return but travel home that evening
    Lovely Dolphins
    Jessica_L, Aug 2023
    It was such a lovely boat ride. It was a little cramped, that's all I would say but everyone moves around and there is time for everyone to get a look off the boat. They cannot guarantee you will see dolphins but we say loads and it was so nice. We stopped for a swim which was also really nice and they give pool noodles out. We all really enjoyed it and the 2 hours absolutely flew by
    Trip should not have proceeded
    Brian_M, Aug 2023
    The Captain in my opinion should not have proceeded with the trip at 12.30 on Sunday 27th August 2023. The worst wind and waves. The crew waited until we had redeemed our vouchers (so no refund or exchange possible) to tell everyone getting on that the water was rough and waves were high. The boat trip was a roller coaster with people sick everywhere. It's not a fairground ride was supposed to be a nice boat trip. No dolphins, no swim (I don't see how a swim could ever occur in these dangerous deep-waters?) Water was so rough was a lack of fishing vessels, fishing vessels find fish and dolphins follow fish, boat trips then follow fishing boats, its a good system, regrettably I believe the crew knew full well this would be a bad trip with no dolphins. Poor form to let it go ahead in my opinion.
    Two Different Types of Dolphins!
    Neringa_B, Jul 2023
    We have seen two groups of different type dolphins from very close. Friendly crew, and biologist who explained a bit more about dolphins. Great experience for great price! 🙂
    Long distance from downtown beach area.
    TomGall, Jun 2023
    This trip was cancelled due to high seas and weather. I am trying to get refund. Also, this port is a long way away from the downtown beach area, so beware when booking.
    Hard to see the dolphins!
    Anonymous, Apr 2023
    We had a boat full of school kids, who took up all the seating outside. When we were insight of the dolphins we could not see them and there was no commentary as to where the dolphins were.
    Fun family experience
    Tracy_T, Oct 2022
    Sailed on time, sat up top, beautiful sunny day but May want a windbreaker, crew looked out for dolphins and found a boisterous pod that we followed. Great family activity. Watched crew allow children to sit in captains chair and get photo taken. Refreshments on sale on board and toilet facilities.
    Very fun experience!
    Arno_C, Sep 2022
    Very fun experience. We saw 20+ dolphins that came very close to the boat. Normally we could swim but the sea was a little bit too wild so the staff cancelled the swimming part because of safety reasons. A little bit sad but completely understandable!
    Good 2 hours at sea
    Aanusha_P, Sep 2022
    The trip was good and cheerful with music and enjoying the sea. Unfortunately we didn't spot any dolphins but the team offered a 50% discount for next time you book on the same activity.
    Fingers crossed dolphin cruise
    Antony_H, Jul 2022
    The experience was as limiting as expected as it relies on the dolphins coming close to shore but for a couple of hours on the med in cooler air it was great.
    Unfirgettable
    Vanessa_J, Jul 2022
    It was an unforgettable experience, we saw many dolphins and went swimming. Super friendly staff! Absolutely recommend !
    Dolphins trip
    Ashley P, Oct 2019
    I loved the staff they were very friendly, the only thing i did not like, is when the lady taking pictures, was going around taking pictures of people even when we said we did not our pictures taken. Otherwise I loved the trip
    Response from Host, Oct 2019
    The photography service offered is voluntary. Normally, photos are taken around the world and then bought by anyone. Photos that are not sold are destroyed once the passengers are lowered, by the data protection law. We are sorry if at any time you have felt uncomfortable. We will report your complaints to the Photographers. Regards,
    A must-go
    Marta_K, Sep 2019
    It was great trip for both, sight seeing and dolphin seeing, and just to enjoy a sea breeze. We saw a big colony of dolphins including little ones, they seemed to enjoy snooping around the boat and didn't seemed bothered of our presence. Tour was quite cheap as well for that price, there was toilet and bar available on the board. Great trip. They said they have 80% of successful trips when they meet dolphins, and in case of not seeing them they offer 50% off next trip.
    Response from Host, Sep 2019
    We are very happy that you had a good dolphin trip. Thanks for your opinion We hope you come back soon! Regards.
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