Varazze: Pelagos Sanctuary Guided Cetacean Watching Tour
ID: GYG471982-841396
Category:
Country: Cuba
Duration:
04:30 hours
Description
Enjoy a cetacean-watching adventure in the Pelagos Sanctuary with marine biologist guides. Learn about fin whales, sperm whales, bottlenose dolphins, and more, and see some of them for yourself.
Explore the beautiful Pelagos Sanctuary, and see some of the sanctuary's marine species, including fin whales, sperm whales, bottlenose dolphins, and more. Enjoy the atmosphere of the sanctuary and learn from a marine biologist guide.
Arrive on the boat and receive an introductory briefing about the Pelagos Sanctuary from your expert marine biologist guide. Learn more about the sanctuary's history and conservation programs and the cetacean species that populate it, including fin whales, sperm whales, Cuvier’s beaked whales, bottlenose dolphins, and more.
Set sail on the open sea and reach some of the most favorable locations to spot various species of marine mammals in their natural habitat. Wait in anticipation of spotting a distant breach, or a jump that announces the arrival of a pod of dolphins.
Approach the aquatic mammals by boat (In full compliance with the directives aimed at not causing disturbance to the inhabitants) and catch amazing sights of them frolicking in their natural habitat.
Learn more about the curiosities of the species with your expert guide. Appreciate the sights of these beautiful creatures while the biologists explain more about the diet and behavior of the observed species.
Go in search of other marine species within the sanctuary. Feel free to ask the guides plenty of questions and learn about the vital work undertaken to protect native marine life.
Highlights
- Search for aquatic mammals in the open sea with marine biologist guides
- Take incredible pictures of the sanctuary's various native cetacean species
- Learn more about the conservation efforts within the Pelagos Sanctuary
- Observe the behaviour of various marine species in their natural habitats
- Ask an expert guide questions about the sanctuary and its animal species
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The excursion may be canceled one day before in case of bad weather or sea conditions.
As this excursion takes place in a natural habitat sightings of whale species cannot be guaranteed.
The experience of the crew and scientific staff allows a chance of seeing cetaceans statistically equal to 95%.
In the case of no sightings, we can offer a new excursion in the same season at a 50% discount.
Bar service is available on board.
The meeting point is inside the Marina of Varazze, under the covered circular structure near the entrance to the Marina.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
