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15 Speedboat Dolphin Trips Worth Flying For

33 trips  ·  from $29 a head

A rib reaches a moving pod that a catamaran will never catch, and it will soak you on the way. These 15 are the fast boats worth the spray, with a note on which ones are wrong for a bad back or a small child.

Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour - From Albufeira Marina to the open coast
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Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

1.Albufeira: Benagil Caves & Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,316 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $40Our pick

Cruise 18 kilometers of Algarve coast from Albufeira with a skipper and live guide, entering Benagil Cave for a few minutes, pausing to swim when conditions allow, and searching for dolphins. Ana, Ruben, and Diogo are among the crew members frequently assigned to this lively 2 to 2.5-hour outing.

“Thoroughly enjoyed every second of the trip Ana was very informative and interesting We were lucky enough to find a pod of dolphins which was great. Unfortunately, weather conditions prohibited entry into the caves but was still enjoyable and definitely worth the money”

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Hurghada: Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch - Chasing dolphins without a guarantee
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Hurghada: Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

2.Hurghada: Speedboat Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,141 reviews · from $40

Take a small speedboat from Hurghada to search for wild dolphins, snorkel at two or three coral sites, and relax on a shallow-water island stop. Guides such as Karim, Ahmed, Islam, and Momo help with water safety. Lunch, drinks, fruit, equipment, and optional parasailing are included.

“Out of this world experience! Easy to book very organised! The 2 lads were amazing and keep everyone safe.. we got to swim with the dolphins once in a lifetime experience… thank you!!! 100% recommend you won’t regret it!!”

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Puerto del Carmen: Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Tour with Swim - Searching the Atlantic for dolphins and whales
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Puerto del Carmen: Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Tour with Swim

3.Puerto del Carmen: Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Tour with Swim

★★★★★★★★★★3.7 · 1,807 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Set out from Puerto del Carmen on the Biosfera Jet with a multilingual guide, often including friendly hosts such as Teddy or Carlos. Watch for dolphins, whales, turtles, and other sea life, enjoy wide coastal views, then jump into clear Atlantic water for a swim.

“we loved this trip and it was good value compared to other similar trips. we saw a pod of dolphins which was amazing. Enjoyed the swim afterwards too. would recommend”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat - Searching the Teno-Rasca Whale Sanctuary
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

4.Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,063 reviews · 2 hours · from $33

You’ll ride a small rigid inflatable boat from Los Gigantes with a Spanish-speaking skipper, often including Luca or Alejandro. Expect pilot whales and possible dolphins, close views of the cliffs, and a swim stop at Masca Bay or another sheltered cove.

“Amazing value for money and we came within 5 metres of several whales, including one with their calf. It clouded over while we were out so it got a bit cool (it was February) so I’d recommend packing a jumper or jacket. But I wasn’t cold. There’s also a stop for swimming (or jumping in and quickly out of the Atlantic) so pack a towel and wear swimming stuff if you fancy it.”

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Vrsar: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat - The first half is a search
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Vrsar: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat

5.Vrsar: Dolphin-Watching Sunset Adventure with Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 624 reviews · 1h 30m · from $29Best value

Join an English-speaking skipper such as Peter, Ivan, Dino, or Aleks for a 90-minute sunset search from Vrsar. You will ride a speedboat, watch wild Adriatic dolphins from a respectful distance, and return with a full refund if none are found.

“It was absolutely amazing. We drove to Vrsar only for this, and it was worth it all. we were surrounded by dolphins for at least 30min non stop and the guide was very friendly and helpfull. Can only recommend!”

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Koh Samui: Pink Dolphin Spotting & Pig Island Speedboat Tour - Morning pickup, piers, and the speedboat ride
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Koh Samui: Pink Dolphin Spotting & Pig Island Speedboat Tour

6.Koh Samui: Pink Dolphin Spotting & Pig Island Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 596 reviews · 6 hours · from $72

From Koh Samui, you’ll ride by speedboat to search for pink dolphins, snorkel at Ko Taen, and visit Ko Madsum, better known as Pig Island. A Thai or English-speaking guide, hotel transfers, water, fruit, snorkeling gear, and lunch are included. Dolphin sightings remain wild and uncertain.

“Great day! Saw lots of dolphins, not all pink, they turn pink as they age so lots of half grey half white ones. Long boat trips to the mainland and back. Saw the black pot bellied Pigs. Went snorkeling on coral reefs and saw all the little colorful fish”

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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - Swimming With Spinner and Bottlenose Dolphins
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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

7.Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 5 hours · from $129

Set out from Grande Riviere Noire on a 14-passenger speedboat with two skippers. Swim with spinner and bottlenose dolphins, watch whales from the boat, and snorkel a coral reef. The crew speaks English and French and puts animal welfare ahead of close encounters.

“Seeing sperm whales for the time as well as swimming with wild dophin was a surreal moment and something I’ll never forget. This company was ethical and respectful to all sea life on this trip. Other boats allowed people to jump in the water and drove their boats far too close to the animals, which clearly scared the whales. It was nice to do this experience with ethical consideration and highly recommend!!”

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45-Minute Sea Rocket Speed Boat & Dolphin Cruise in Ocean City MD - Dolphins are the bonus, not the product
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45-Minute Sea Rocket Speed Boat & Dolphin Cruise in Ocean City MD

8.45-Minute Sea Rocket Speed Boat & Dolphin Cruise in Ocean City MD

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 585 reviews · 45 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Board the Sea Rocket at 307 Dorchester Street for a 45-minute coastal ride from Ocean City’s Inlet. Expect skyline views, fast runs over Atlantic waves, loud music, and a chance to see bottlenose dolphins. Crew members such as Owen, Ashton, Riley, and Ash have been praised for their friendly help and wildlife spotting.

“Enjoyable and relaxing and actually saw dolphins My teen boys thought it was cool after trip in the sea rocket”

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Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour - A 2.5-hour search along Madeira’s coast
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Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

9.Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 526 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $56

From Funchal Marina, you’ll spend 2.5 hours on a fast, small-group RIB with an English- or Portuguese-speaking guide, land-based spotters, and a skipper who knows where to look. Expect close-to-water views, possible splashes, Madeira’s dramatic coast, and a free second trip if no cetaceans appear.

“Francisca, Filipe, and the spotter (I can’t remember their name!) were all excellent. We saw a few different species of animals and multiple spottings. Francisca talked us through the animals, about the species, what they looked like, any special features to look out for, and (most importantly) which direction to look at. The team seemed to care about the animals and the ocean - we stopped for a minute to collect a large piece of garbage that was floating. Depending on the animal, some may be further away from the boat and some may get up close. Either way, I recommend trying to watch the animals with your eyes vs…”

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Hurghada: 3-Island Speedboat, Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling - Searching for dolphins near Giftun Island
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Hurghada: 3-Island Speedboat, Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling

Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor - Starting at Destin Harbor
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Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor

11.Dolphin-Watching Speedboat Cruise in Destin Harbor

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 423 reviews · from $58

Ride the shaded Screaming Eagle speedboat from Destin Harbor with a captain and crew who search for dolphins, stingrays, and other Gulf wildlife. The boat holds no more than 14 people, plays music, pauses for photos, and returns after a lively 45 to 60 minute trip.

“We did get re-booked to the sunset cruise from our original time, but I'm so glad we did. They were great at communicating with us throughout. The sunset was beautiful and worth it. We saw dolphins multiple times, a few were qRead more”

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Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat - The Zodiac Ride Along Pico’s Coast
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Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat

12.Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 408 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53

Join Aqua Açores in Lajes do Pico for a 2.5-hour Zodiac trip with a skipper and marine wildlife guide. You may see sperm or blue whales, pilot whales, dolphins, turtles, and seabirds. Vania and Monica have led past outings, but guides vary. Bring warm clothes and expect spray.

“Really a really great tour. We could watch three sperm whales and many pilot whales and dolphins. We were well looked after on the boat. All around a great experience!”

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PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island - Searching for dolphins near Dolphin House
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PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

13.PRIVATE! | 4-hour Speed Boat Trip | Swim With Dolphins, Snorkeling & Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 341 reviews Top rated

Take a private speedboat from Marina Hurghada for four to five hours of dolphin spotting, reef snorkeling, and island time. Your guide and captain tailor the pace for your group of up to six. Guides such as Islam, Mohammed, and Said have helped beginners and families feel at ease in the water.

“We had a great trip with our guids Kalid and Saïd. We highly recommend this trip to other tourist. The boat was very comfortabel and Kalid en Saïd are very kind and fun. They even spotted sharks and dolphins for us to swim with and we danced with them on some good music! If we ever go back to this place we would book the same tour!”

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From Calheta: Whale and Dolphin Watching RIB Boat Tour - The search for whales and dolphins
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From Calheta: Whale and Dolphin Watching RIB Boat Tour

14.From Calheta: Whale and Dolphin Watching RIB Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 298 reviews · 2 hours · from $70

Join H2oMadeira at Calheta Marina for a two-hour RIB trip led in English or Portuguese. A spotter helps find dolphins and whales, while the small boat gives you fast access to wildlife and clear views back to Madeira.

“We saw 1 Dolphin then a group of 3 later on. Sadly no Whales but we saw a flying fish. The boat crew were brilliant and did a spot of crazy driving which was very fun. 10/10 😊”

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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch - Leaving Flic en Flac by speedboat
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Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

15.Black River: Swim with Dolphin Speed Boat Tour with lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 279 reviews · 6h 30m · from $74

Join a small group of up to 15 from Flic en Flac for a six-and-a-half-hour speedboat trip with dolphin observation, snorkeling at Crystal Rock, and time on Île aux Bénitiers. Guides speak English and French, and lunch includes grilled fish, chicken, sausages, local drinks, and vegetarian options.

“We loved the tour! The guides were very friendly and it was so nice to swim with the dolphins. The barbecue on the island was nice and we had time to enjoy the nice beach. We would 100% recommend this tour! 🤗”

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Dolphin House By Private Speed Boat & Drinks & Transfer-Hurghada - Snorkeling over Red Sea coral
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