Lisbon: Dolphin Watching with Marine Biologist – Small Group
Description
Embark on a family-friendly dolphin tour led by a marine biologist in partnership with Oceanário de Lisboa. Enjoy the comfort of the Oceanic Lounge before boarding. - Spot wild dolphins in their natural habitat, playful and free - Enjoy Lisbon’s top landmarks from a unique river and sea perspective - Learn about dolphins from a marine biologist onboard - Support ocean research with data collection for Oceanário de Lisboa - Experience a tour that unites nature, science, and sustainable travel
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- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(135)
Very nice organiser, knowledgable guide and we had the pleasure of seeing many dolphins and even one choice. The boat trip was also a pleasure
favourite excursion of all time! got to see dolphins for the first time & the guide got us as close as possible to them! loved this & will do this again 🇵🇹🍊🐬
It was an unforgettable experience, fantastic. We saw a lot of dolphins. We recommend booking the tour. The team is very nice and professional. Thank you very much 🙂
Our family had such a great experience on this tour. Our guide clearly loves her job, and it was so amazing to see the dolphins in their natural habitat. Our 7 year old had a blast!
Seeing dolphins in their natural habitat can be such a special moment, and it means a lot to know our guide’s passion made the tour even more memorable. Hope to welcome you all again someday! 🐬🌊
Of course, it all depends on the hoped-for success of meeting the dolphins. It worked and was a great experience! The briefing at the beginning was already helpful, the speedboat ride, the ecological angle and the explanations of the crew, the stunts with the boats on the return trip including a warm tea and Pastel de Nata for the final reflection make the whole thing an incomparable experience that was worth every cent! Thanks to Mariana, Raquel and the Captains! Thanks to Jorge for the WhatsApp contact in advance!
Vielen Dank für die fantastische Bewertung! Wir freuen uns riesig, dass ihr so eine großartige Zeit mit unserem Team hattet und das Erlebnis für euch unvergesslich war. Es bedeutet uns viel, dass ihr euch gut betreut gefühlt habt. Herzliche Grüße von Mariana, Raquel, den Captains und Jorge – wir hoffen, euch irgendwann wieder an Bord begrüßen zu dürfen!
No dolphins on a dolphins tour! The only dolphins we saw was on the presentation before the actual dolphin tour started. We rode on the boat for 2.5hrs trying to find birds that would lead us to the dolphins, but in the end we saw no dolphins! We did stop a few times to pick up plastic bottles left in the ocean which was probably the most eventful topic during the tour. After giving up and driving us back, they said that it's never guaranteed. They suggested they could book us in again but had no availability in the afternoon session and we were going home the next day. They refused a partial or complete refund, so in all, it was a very expensive boat ride collecting rubbish left in the sea! The marine biologist did seem disappointed for us and very passionate about her job and the ecology. Shame......
We’re truly sorry that nature didn’t cooperate on your tour — we know how disappointing it can be. For transparency, all booking platforms and our pre-departure briefing clearly explain that sightings of wild dolphins can never be guaranteed. Our team monitors scientific reports, sea conditions, and bird activity to give every group the best possible chance, and that morning we followed all indicators correctly, just without success. Even on rare no-sighting days, guests still enjoy a guided ride along Lisbon’s waterfront monuments, onboard commentary from a marine biologist, and refreshments with pastéis de nata at our Ocean Lounge — all included in the experience. We also offered a complimentary second attempt, as we do whenever possible, but unfortunately your schedule didn’t allow it. Our crew genuinely cared about your tour, and although wildlife remained hidden, we stand by the professionalism, safety and responsibility of the experience we provide. We hope you can come again and our beloved dolphins won't be that shy.
It was absolutely wonderful. We met and accompanied a group of about 20 dolphins. The team is also a 10 out of 10. You must have made this trip. The boat trip is also really brisk and great fun.
Vielen lieben Dank für diese fantastische Rückmeldung! Wir freuen uns sehr, dass ihr auf eine so große, verspielte Gruppe getroffen seid — und dass unser Team bei euch ebenfalls Eindruck hinterlassen hat. Die schnelle Fahrt gehört natürlich auch zum Spaß. Danke fürs Teilen und für die klare Empfehlung!
Great home. The building is early at the bottom of the doc. The explanations are perfect. The really visible dolphins took a lot of time to admire them and all this while respecting their natural environment. At the end tower important monuments within our reach. Nothing to say perfect!!!!
Merci infiniment ! Quel plaisir de savoir que vous avez pu admirer les dauphins dans leur milieu naturel et prendre tout votre temps pour en profiter pleinement 🐬💫
It was really super fun, only the boat trip was fantastic and also dolphins right next to the boat. Very enthusiastic tour guides
Wat fantastisch om te horen dat jullie zo genoten hebben! Die momenten met de dolfijnen vlakbij de boot zijn echt puur geluk, en onze gidsen vinden het heerlijk om dat enthousiasme met jullie te delen 🌊✨
Terra Incognita took really good care of us. It was a fun trip just outside the crowded city with lots of dolphins around us. So cool!
There’s something magical about leaving the city behind and suddenly finding yourself surrounded by playful dolphins... We’re so happy to hear you loved the trip! 🐬💙
