Lisbon: Dolphin Watching Boat Tour
ID: GYG309373-543273
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Take a speedboat trip from Lisbon and search for dolphins while sailing along the Atlantic. Get to know the ocean wildlife with an expert marine biologist on this intimate and non-crowded experience.
Depart from Lisbon's city center on a fast rigid inflatable boat. Before leaving the Tagus River, pass under the 25th of April Bridge. See the beautiful monuments in the district of Belém, such as the Monument of the Discoveries, the Jerónimos, and the Tower of Belém. Head towards the Lighthouse of Bugio and get a view of the Portuguese coastline.
Once arriving at the ocean, get to know the wildlife more closely and learn about the species of dolphins and seabirds with a specialist marine biologist onboard. Spend up to three hours venturing in the ocean to watch for dolphins and find other marine species like sea fish, sharks, jellyfish, or even sea-turtles.
Highlights
- Learn about the wildlife and cetacean so close to Lisbon
- Scan the ocean in search of dolphins with experts
- Enjoy riding on a safe, fast, and comfortable speedboat
- See Lisbon's gorgeous coastline
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Since the dolphins are wild animals, dolphin sightings cannot be guaranteed. The local partner reports a 95% chance of sightings on the tour
• You may be contacted 24 hours before the activity
• If you easily get seasick, make sure to have a big breakfast but without milk, creams or yogurts
• If the tour is canceled due to unforeseen weather conditions, you’ll be offered a different tour date or a full refund
• If the minimum number of travelers isn’t met, you will be offered a different date or offered an alternative tour with another local partner
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
The departure is in Doca de Santo Amaro, Gate 3. The dock under the big red bridge is the best reference point, where the boat is situated. The Alcântara neighbourhood is in front of the riverside.
INCLUDED
- Marine biologist tour guide
- Crew members
- Lifejackets
- Insurance
- Taxes
- Fuel
NOT INCLUDED
- Tips
- Sunscreen
- Food and drinks on the ferry (available to purchase)
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
