Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena
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Malaga, Spain
- 1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Spotting wild dolphins on your own can be unpredictable without local knowledge. This catamaran trip from Benalmádena takes you into the Alboran Sea with a local crew to increase your chances. Learn about dolphin behavior as you search for pods, and, if time allows, enjoy an optional swim—combining wildlife spotting with a relaxed experience on the water.
- Maximize your chances of spotting dolphins by taking to the water
- Observe marine mammals in the wild for an ethical experience
- Learn more than you otherwise would thanks to onboard commentary
- Choice of departures to suit your vacation schedule
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Blue Flag for sustainable boating tourism operator
- Integral System for Tourism Quality in Destination (SICTED)
- Restroom on board
- Bar a bordo con bebidas, café, snacks y helados disponibles para compra.
- Audios sobre fauna a bordo y explicaciones de la tripulación durante el avistamiento
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Costasol Cruceros - Paseo Delfines y Ferry Benalmádena/FuengirolaCalle la Fragata, 6, 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain
Next to the Citysightseeing Bus stop.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
Costasol Cruceros - Paseo Delfines y Ferry Benalmádena/Fuengirola (Pass By)
Benalmadena (Pass By)
Castillo de El-Bil-Bil (Pass By)
Stupa of Enlightenment Benalmádena (Pass By)
Torremuelle (Pass By)
Gran Madrid Casino Torrequebrada (Pass By)
La Carihuela (Pass By)
Paseo De Maritimo Torremolinos (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
- 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
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Featured review
Lisa_L
Absolutely amazing trip from start to finish. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would see dolphins in the wild, especially on a stormy, rainy day - but we did! And it was so special 🥹. Lovely boat and welcoming staff and a great bar on board also. Very reasonable for one of the best experiences ever. Dolphins were just beautiful and we saw a whole pod! Two came right up the boat and we got some great photos. Would highly recommend this trip for all ages! We will be doing it again with our children when we next visit Benalmadena.
Reviews
4.3
based on 705 reviews
Anonymous, Apr 2026
We were lucky to see the dolphins, such an amazing experience. Staff on board the boat were very helpful as my daughter is in a wheelchair, they helped us on & off the boat, very friendly. Drinks, snacks and WC all on board.
Wayne_D, Apr 2026
Even though we didn’t see dolphins it doesn’t mean they don’t exist, a bit like the Loch Ness monster. We did get a %50 reduction on either another tour or the ferry to Fuengirola
Lisa_L, Apr 2026
Absolutely amazing trip from start to finish. Never in my wildest dreams did I think I would see dolphins in the wild, especially on a stormy, rainy day - but we did! And it was so special 🥹. Lovely boat and welcoming staff and a great bar on board also. Very reasonable for one of the best experiences ever. Dolphins were just beautiful and we saw a whole pod! Two came right up the boat and we got some great photos. Would highly recommend this trip for all ages! We will be doing it again with our children when we next visit Benalmadena.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
What an emotional review! Rainy days can be unpredictable, but nature rewarded us with that gorgeous pod right by the boat. We're thrilled you enjoyed our catamaran, the bar, and the crew's hospitality. It truly is a magical experience. We can't wait to welcome you and the kids next time for another family adventure. Take care and safe travels!
Tania_A, Apr 2026
Very enjoyable. Saw dolphins which was amazing. Staff on the boat attentive and it was immaculately clean
Would go again
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for your review! We work hard to keep our catamaran spotless, so we're thrilled you noticed. Seeing the dolphins is always the highlight, and our crew loves making sure everyone has an amazing time. We'd be absolutely delighted to welcome you aboard again just like you mentioned. Have a fantastic week ahead!
Ronda_B, Mar 2026
Great trip! We saw several dolphins! Large, comfortable boat with friendly, helpful staff! Our family loved it!
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for this fantastic review! We are thrilled that your whole family loved the trip. Providing a large, comfortable boat and a friendly crew is exactly what we aim for to make the dolphin watching experience unforgettable for all ages. We would love to welcome your family back on board anytime!
Shannell_G, Mar 2026
Disappointed but we understand that the sea was rough and for out safety we couldn't go out, daughter was upset as this was her birthday gift away from UK, we couldn't rebook as leaving following day, awaiting refund. One thing I will say is boat was beautiful and very well presented
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you so much for your understanding. We hate to miss a birthday celebration, but we simply cannot compromise on safety when the sea gets rough. Please rest assured that your refund is on its way. Thank you also for your lovely compliment about our boat; our team takes great pride in keeping it immaculate. We would love the chance to give your daughter the fantastic trip she deserves on your next holiday from the UK!
Karina_D, Mar 2026
Take some jacket with you, due to fresh wind.
The best place to see dolphins is in the front of the boat.
Response from Host, Apr 2026
Thank you for the excellent tips! You are absolutely right—the sea breeze can be quite fresh even on sunny days, so bringing a light jacket is always a smart move. And the front of the boat really is a fantastic spot to watch the dolphins playing in the waves. We hope to welcome you back on board soon!
pnp4kidz, Nov 2025
Beautiful day on a lovely boat in a beautiful sea!!
We very much enjoyed the trip! The sea was choppy and we were so happy to know in advance so we could take medicine, so no one was sick. The boat was clean and stocked, the crew was attentive and very helpful, and very nice!
we didnt see dolphins, but there’s nothing the ship had control over, they searched the seas the entire voyage with binoculars. They gave a very generous offer for a repeat trip with no expiration date for 50% off! They totally don’t have to do that!!
we enjoyed the day on a boat, with beautiful weather and good company. Thank you!!
Karen_P, Nov 2025
You may not see dolphins but ive lived here 25 years and was great to see our coastline from far out yo sea
Michele_M, Oct 2025
Boat trip was great but only saw one dolphin and everyone was gathering around to see it - we could not see him or take photo
Should have been rotation once you e taken your photo give somebody else a go
Rong_G, Oct 2025
It was an incredibly wonderful and unforgettable day! Not long after the cruise set sail, we saw adorable dolphins. Several of them swam and played around the ship the whole time. This trip was absolutely worth it!
Chantelle_B, Oct 2025
We absolutely loved this trip. Seeing Dolphins was incredible. The crew were really good at guiding us to see them.
JUSTIN_S, Oct 2025
Great 2 hour event, no need to find the best seat here as you can see dolphins from both sides of ship. I had a great time and saw so many dolphins very close up.
Eric_W, Oct 2025
The staff are very professional, informative and the on board recordings are in numerous languages.
There is a mini bar on board selling soft drinks, beer and snacks. There is a male and female toilets, which were very spacious and clean.
We managed to get some great picture's and video's of the dolphins
Stewart_W, Sep 2025
A pleasant good value boat trip with a friendly crew. Weather a bit choppy so they were thinking it might be difficult to find Dolphins. Thankfully we saw about 8 which was lovely. Bar and snack service onboard and also a swim stop on the way back.
Gareth_L, Sep 2025
Lovely hour or two at sea. Very hit or miss if u see the dolphins but we where very lucky. Toilet on board,bar,2 viewing decks,kids friendly,chance to swim close to shore off the boat
Catherine_C, Sep 2025
Absolutely fantastic experience, saw so many dolphins and had a lovely swim stop as well. Would 100% recommend this trip to families and friends.
Katy_M, Sep 2025
what an amazing experience. we did the 14:30 trip and it wasn’t packed. we did see the earlier trip get off and it looked a lot busier.
although they do tell you it’s not guaranteed you will see the dolphins, we did see them. and there was lots of them aswell. absolutely worth the money and would do it again.
Ken_C, Sep 2025
It was fantastic. I had a lovely time with you. Getting to see the dolphins in their world open space (sea). I enjoyed it from start to finish. Got some lovely pictures while on the boat to remember the day. Would definitely come back again when I next back in this area of Spain.
Katja_H, Aug 2025
Unfortunately, we had bad luck with the trip. The waves were moderate, but we got seasick; the boat sometimes drove directly into the waves. Some found this funny, others didn't. We didn't see any dolphins either. The crew was very friendly and handed out spit bags and blankets.
Peter_C, Aug 2025
The trip was perfect, a great ride out on lively seas which impacted us seeing only 2 dolphins. We were advised it could be the case so had no explanations so we're happy with this!
Fiona_C, Aug 2025
Bring your own snacks and drinks. If you want a good seat, arrive early. I'd personally go with the last trip of the day. We booked for the 2:30 trip, the boat was jammed pack. No seats left, and had to stand for the 2 hours. Everyone flocked to the front of the boat to see the dolphins, discarding everyone else who was there also. The organizer's should only allow a certain amount for each tour.
Mishal_M, Aug 2025
Such an amazing experience for such a great price! We went in August and saw so many dolphins, and they came so close to the boat. Absolute must do in Malaga.
Kate_W, Jul 2025
W e had such a lovely time on this 2-hour dolphin boat trip! The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming from the start. They made sure everyone knew that dolphin sightings weren’t guaranteed, but the captain and crew were always on the lookout with binoculars, doing their best to spot them.
About halfway through, there was a short opportunity to swim, which was a nice touch and broke up the trip nicely. Then, on the way back – we were lucky enough to see dolphins! It was such a special moment.
It did get a little crowded at the front of the boat as everyone rushed to catch a glimpse, and some guests were a bit pushy, but that’s understandable given the excitement.
Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I’d highly recommend it. The crew really made the trip extra special!
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Linda_L, Jul 2025
Friendly and helpful crew. Our booking was changed twice because of the weather but I was kept updated at all times. Great service. We didn't see any dolphins but that can't be helped; it was still a lovely trip out on the boat.
Iestyn_J, Jul 2025
To be fairly honest it was a nice boat ride but unfortunately in our circumstances it took over an hour and a half to find only one dolphin that we saw for only 5-8 seconds both me and my partner were very disappointed the crew staff were lovely and service was great but in terms of seeing dolphins I wouldn’t recommend only after on our way back we were told it was better to come in the morning which would’ve been helpful if advertised but we saw nothing of the sort the only compensation that we received was a 50% discount on our next trip which me and my partner will not be able to use as we leave tomorrow and this was our only excursion very disappointing maybe some better advertising and compensation and we would come back :/
Martine_F, Jun 2025
Wow an amazing morning ! we were very lucky to see fin whales . Have used this same company on both my visits to benalmadena now (see dolphins on our very first visit) and such a great service ,crew and captain all very knowledgeable. Will definitely use again without hesitation.
Shane_B, Jun 2025
Kids get a photo “driving” the boat. Really friendly staff. Great value for money. Card payment accepted onboard
Steph_D, Jun 2025
A brilliant experience!
The crew on board were excellent, boat was clean and wasn’t overly packed with people.
We were lucky to see a lot of dolphins with our boat and the others being very respectful of them and not going in too close. The stop to swim in the sea on the way back topped the trip off perfectly
Rachel_J, Apr 2025
You have to exchange your tour email/voucher at the little office booth next to the boat before joining the queue to board. Also if you don't see dolphins they give you a discount off another tour to try again. Was still a nice ride down the coast to Fuernigola and there are refreshments available to buy on board. Don't expect any extras like history of the coastline and references to landmarks along the way. This is just a boat ride, with a small amount of dolphin info.
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