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
Meeting point at the Costasol Cruceros ticket office, in front of Pinocho Restaurant.
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
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Craig_R, Jul 2026
We were disappointed with this excursion. While we understand that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed, the trip felt overly narrow in scope — it was essentially a boat journey whose sole purpose was searching for dolphins. When the dolphins weren't found, there was nothing to fall back on. The promised ocean swim, which could have salvaged the experience, didn't happen. Overall, it felt like a missed opportunity for a more rounded outing.
Scott_H, Jul 2026
Went on the first trip in the morning didn’t see a single thing. Got offered 50% off next trip. Went again the same day didn’t see a Single thing again. Total waste of time and money
Toni_W, Jun 2026
Was a honor to see the dolphins, wonderful trip, great staff so friendly and very helpful as I am disabled
Daniel_L, Jun 2026
About 80 school kids screaming and running around the boat without supervision. Loud music but not a dolphin in sight.
Mia_R, Jun 2026
Amazing experience!! Very good value for money only 17 euro per person! Booked the 12pm slot and got to see lots of dolphins!!! Got great photos of the dolphins, there’s also a photographer on board to take pictures of you for only 5 euro a picture or keychain. Also stopped off for a swim as the waters was calm, there was a slide going off the boat into the sea that was fun! Came back at 1:40 and it was enough time to experience everything 10/10
Sushil_R, Jun 2026
A really pleasent experience on the dolphin your and we were indeed lucky to watch dolphins break the surface and swim near the ferry.
Martina_M, Jun 2026
We would recommend this tour for all ages. We booked a tour online on the 1st of June, at 10:00 am. Booking was smooth via Viator, the parking in the marina is comfortable and cheap. Check-in is quick and easy in the parking area. We departed on time. Catamaran New Magic is modern and clean. Staff is very friendly and helpful. We had luck and saw couple of small and big dolphins. They stopped also for quick swim in the end of the tour. Overall very nice experience.
Puja_S, Jun 2026
We saw many dolphins! It was a fun experience! I would recommend it. The boat can be a little bumpy in the water if it's choppy so would watch out if sea sickness is a problem.
Christian_M, May 2026
Crew were very friendly, we were worried at one point we wouldn't find any dolphins (as it can happen) but the experience of the crew on where to look meant we saw plenty of dolphins in the end and got some great photos, overall a great experience
David_K, May 2026
Pleasant boat ride, clean and modern boat and facilities, staff are friendly and helpful too. The dolphins weren't easy to find but the staff were persistent and thanfully our young children managed to see some dolphins in their natural element.
Julie_B, May 2026
My family group loved this experience. Well organised and a very clean boat. Thankfully wasn't as busy as I've experienced on these similar boat tours so we could all easily move around for views. We all got some great photos. If I had any tiny suggestion to the operators is not to have loud music going out. We all felt it takes away the immediate experience and would have preferred just enjoying the coastal views in quiet. All in all, a great time was had.
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.
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