Worldwide · 1-DAY TOURS
Wild animals make no promises, so the crew and the hour decide the day. These 15 day-long dolphin trips are priced and timed, with what the people on board actually saw.
Travel by air-conditioned coach from Málaga or the Costa del Sol to Gibraltar, cross the border with your original passport or ID, enjoy free time in town, then join a 90-minute boat trip to spot up to three dolphin species where the Mediterranean meets the Atlantic.
“the activity was watching the dolphin and it was nice to see them in the nature playing”
Spend 12 hours exploring Jervis Bay from Sydney with a 1.5-hour dolphin cruise, a guided White Sands Trail walk, Hyams Beach, and wild kangaroos in Booderee National Park. Small groups of up to 20, English or Portuguese guides, and park fees are included. Lunch is your expense.
“Time on the water was fun, rhe BBQ after was tasty and the sun decided to come.out. Beautiful beaches and a fun day out of the city.”
From Koh Samui, you’ll ride a speedboat to Khanom to look for pink dolphins, eat Thai food by the sea, snorkel at Koh Tan, and spend an hour with free-roaming pigs on Koh Madsum. Guides such as Phillips are praised for their care, photos, and persistence.
“The trip was amazing but unfortunately due to the unusual weather and choppy seas, we didn’t get to see to the pink dolphins but otherwise an amazing experience”
Leave Sydney at 7:00 AM for Anna Bay’s huge moving dunes, where a 4WD safari and sandboarding set the pace. At Nelson Bay, choose a dolphin cruise or a guided Mount Tomaree hike. Guides such as James, Mac, Maikel, and Stefan are known for keeping the day friendly and well organized.
“It was an amazing day! Absolutely loved the sandboarding and the hike was beautiful with incredible views! The guides Maikel and Stefan were fantastic and they really made an effort to make it an unforgettable experience!”
Travel from Seville to Tarifa and cruise the Strait of Gibraltar for about 1.5 to 2.5 hours in search of wild dolphins and other cetaceans. A guide leads the trip in English or Spanish, followed by free time in Gibraltar. Bring your passport, sun protection, and cash.
“transport was not clear , but ut is mentioned small group possible. timing was a bit off as I waited 30min at the dolphin tour but we had to run to join back the other group. (I was the only one for dolphin watching)”
Travel from Dubai, Sharjah, or Ras Al Khaimah to Dibba, Oman, then board a traditional Omani dhow for a four-hour cruise along Musandam’s mountain-framed coast. Swim, snorkel, kayak, ride a banana boat, enjoy lunch, and return by shared transfer.
“Great trip with my family (including baby of 1 yr old), the guys are simply amazing - picked us up at our hotel swiftly, the dow is spacious and clean, the team is trying their best to make our trip entertaining and fun - they were great in attracting dolphins’ attention and we’ve got to see plenty which was unforgettable!”
From Diani Beach, you’ll visit the Shimoni Caves, cruise by Arabic dhow or fiber boat, watch dolphins, snorkel in the marine park, eat a Kenyan lunch, and walk through Wasini village. Guides such as Reuben and Ali are noted for helping families and speaking French.
“Avoid at all costs. Total scam. I can’t believe any their tours have 5 star reviews. We took their Wasini Dolphin Day Trip. We have been on a ton of tours (including boat+snorkeling) over the last few years but this was the absolute worst by a wide Read more”
Travel from Maputo to Ponta de Ouro with guide Carina, with a short city introduction, a stop near Maputo Special Reserve, and a private coastal outing. The boat trip may include wild dolphins, whales, turtles, rays, and tropical fish, followed by beach time and lunch arrangements.
“Carina was a great guide, she had thought of all the details and was happy to tailor the experience to my needs. The beach at ponta de oro is stunning. Carina takes care of shade, lunch and made sure I got on to the dolphin swimming trip. It was fantastic. It was also intereRead more”
Travel from Seville by air-conditioned vehicle for a dolphin-watching cruise near Gibraltar and Tarifa. The boat trip lasts about two hours, and guides such as Miguel and José Luis may lead the day. Bring your passport and visa if needed, and expect free time plus possible waits between transport and sailing.
“Booked this for me and my sister and we enjoyed it so much! Very well organised with clear communication, making the trip seamless. And the dolphin watching itself was incredible - spotted many dolphins”
Meet at Marina Bandar Al Rawdha for a two-hour dolphin trip at 08:00 or 10:00. Your guide explains dolphin behavior as you look for bow-riding, surfing, breaching, and social play. The boat fee and two water bottles are included, but transport to the marina is not.
Return to scuba with a private instructor at The Pure Coastal’s 5 Star PADI center in Hurghada. Review key skills, complete a supervised check session, then enjoy one or two shore reef sessions, lunch, private hotel transfers, and possible dolphin sightings.
“Ich hätte mir gewünscht, dass alles wie angegeben erfolgt, stattdessen war es ein reiner Tauchgang mit kurzen Hinweisen. Aber so konnte ich auch meine Wissenslücken erkennen...”
You’ll ride from Orlando to Clearwater with an English-speaking guide in a small group of up to 14. Choose the optional one-hour speedboat dolphin watch, then enjoy five free hours on Clearwater Beach. Guides such as Daniel, Gus, and Jeff are noted for punctual, friendly service.
“Daniel was punctual for the pickup, very considerate, and demonstrated excellent driving skills, especially in heavy rain. He also went above and beyond by offering extra help. Truly outstanding service.”
Leave Cabo at 6:00 a.m. for La Ventana, then spend six hours on a shaded 28-foot boat near Cerralvo Island. Search for wild dolphins, mobula rays, whales, sea lions, and billfish, with snorkel stops, a beach picnic, breakfast, hotel pickup, and a maximum of 12 people.
“The first thing I liked about Cabo Private Guide's Wild Dolphin and Mobula Ray Safari was it was just that - Private with just our family and the guides on the boat. Once again Cabo Private Guide provided the perfect experience. Loads of dRead more”
Leave Sydney at 7:30 am with a private driver-guide for Port Stephens. Cross the Harbour Bridge and Hawkesbury River, pause at Gan Gan Lookout, then join a public Moonshadow Catamaran dolphin cruise from Nelson Bay. Add sandboarding or a 4WD ride at Stockton Beach for an extra cost.
“Chris, our guide is wonderful. He is very knowledgeable and attentive. Sandboarding is the best part. Kids had so much fun. The trip is private and tailored to our needs. so we don’t have to travel with large groups. thank you”
You’ll travel from Diani to Shimoni for an overnight stay, then sail by traditional dhow toward Wasini Island and Kisite-Mpunguti Marine National Park. Expect dolphin watching, snorkeling, seafood and Swahili food, a beach walk, hotel transfers, and a group capped at 15 people.
“Watching the dolphins swim was just awesome! I enjoyed snorkeling as well. It was a good experience for me”
Pick a hull, pick the water you want to be in, or decide whether you want them wild.
