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Observation of Dolphins and Whales with Marine Biologist in Arrábida

Recommended by 98% of travelers
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Setubal District, Portugal
High interest
Booked 2 times today.
  • 3 hours (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

    What's Included

    • All Fees and Taxes
    • Local Guide
    • Tourist cruise
    • Marine biologist
    • Bottled water
    • Embarkation and Disembarkation at the Hotel
    • Snacks

    Meeting and Pickup

    Meeting point

    • DayDreamExperience, Rua Clube Naval de Porto de Abrigo, 2970-263 Sesimbra, Portugal

      The boarding will be made at the Cais “Espadarte” for the Marítimo-Turísticas. Meeting time is at 9:45, the boat leaves at 10:00. There is free parking right at the boarding place. Consider traffic and other external factors so you can get to the boarding place on time.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    Operating hours
    .10:00 am

    Itinerary

    1

    Parque Natural da Arrabida

    3 hours Admission Ticket Free

    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
    • Meeting point: Daydream Experience Sesimbra
    • Meeting time: 9h45
    • Departure time: 10h
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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    Featured review

    Andre_B
    This was one of the highlights of our trip to Portugal! We loved getting to ride around and see dolphins and the beautiful coastline outside of Sesimbra. It was so nice having a guide as knowledgeable and passionate as Catarina, she taught us so much about dolphins and the local habitat, as well as conservation efforts in the area. Andre was a great driver - Thank you for the great excursion, Catarina and Andre! We had a wonderful time.

    Reviews

    4.9
    based on 224 reviews
    Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

    Dolphin watching with an expert

    Sue_D, Jul 2024
    We loved the opportunity to be up close with a large family of dolphins, but the best part was the knowledge that our guide, Catarina , brought to the experience. Her background as a marine biologist made all the difference. Highly recommend!

    This was one of the...

    Andre_B, May 2024
    This was one of the highlights of our trip to Portugal! We loved getting to ride around and see dolphins and the beautiful coastline outside of Sesimbra. It was so nice having a guide as knowledgeable and passionate as Catarina, she taught us so much about dolphins and the local habitat, as well as conservation efforts in the area. Andre was a great driver - Thank you for the great excursion, Catarina and Andre! We had a wonderful time.

    Yeah, good!

    ANNESOPHIE_B, Aug 2025
    Great boat trip where we were lucky to see a whale! Besides the wonderful dolphins of course. The guide was perfect, she speaks very good English
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    Perfect experience! Thank you Erica!!!

    Caroline_R, Aug 2025
    Beautiful experience! Erica explained the different cross species very well and gave us lots of information! We were able to swim on one of the most beautiful beaches in Europe! It was magic Remember to take a small jacket especially if you are experiencing with a child.
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    Unforgettable morning

    Coline_E, Aug 2025
    Great experience! A group of Dolphins, including a small one, was searched for and followed with great respect. We also had the chance to meet 2 sharks (shark fins...) Superb morning that will leave us beautiful memories! Thank you to our two lovely companions!
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    Atemberaubendes Erlebniss eines Naturparkes

    Melina_L, Aug 2024
    Das hören der Geräusche der Delfine und das Neugeborene mit Mutter zu sehen. Die atemberaubende Aussicht und Besichtigung der Felsklippen und der Höhle

    Aanrader!

    Karen_L, Jul 2024
    We werden zeer warm onthaald door de gepassioneerde Catharina. Ze heeft ervoor gezorgd dat we een interessante uitleg kregen en een prachtige ervaring op zee hebben gehad. We hebben veel tijd genomen om te genieten van de dolfijnen die rondom de boot kwamen meezwemmen. We hebben zelfs het geluk gehad een walvis te spotten! Deze DayDream Experience was het hoogtepunt van onze reis!

    Bien, mais pas exceptionnel

    Xavier_K, Aug 2022
    Nous avons vu des dauphins (pendant environ 30 min) et c'etait l'objectif principal de la sortie. Toutefois, 3 heures de bateau pour cela... à chacun de se faire sa propre opinion. Par ailleurs, très peu d'explications/commentaires, et uniquement en anglais alors que le tour était sensé etre en français (pas bien grave vu le peu de commentaires ceci etant...). La guide etait toutefois très sympa.

    Sublime

    Philippe_B, Jun 2021
    Super à faire absolument On très bien les dauphins et longtemps La cote les grottes et les criques Superbe Merci

    Response from Host, Jan 2022

    Bonjour cher client, Nous tenons à vous remercier chaleureusement d'avoir choisi nos services et d'avoir passé du temps avec nous. Nous espérons que ce fut une expérience incroyable pour vous et espérons vous revoir à l'avenir. Pour nous, c'était sûrement le cas. Merci pour votre gentil commentaire et bonne journée.

    Fabuleux

    Delphine_B, Oct 2019
    Sortie magnifique et belle rencontre avec les dauphins. Côte de Sesimbra splendide. N'hésitez plus pour cette sortie !!

    Response from Host, Jan 2020

    Merci beaucoup pour votre visite. Ici, nous attendons une nouvelle expérience

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