Sesimbra: Arrábida Dolphin and Whale Watching tour with biologist
Description
Experience the magic of the Atlantic with Sesimbra’s premier dolphin and whale watching tour, with 100% cetacean sightings, just a short drive from Lisbon. Cruise offshore the breathtaking Arrábida sheltered coast — UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, and be led by your biologist and seasoned crew to encounter playful dolphins and majestic whales. Discover all year round in the Arrábida´s seas many species of cetaceans and pelagic birds and fish like swordfish or blue fin tuna in summer months on this safe, comfortable, and educational boat tour suited for all ages. After the dolphins cruise to explore hidden bays and turquoise beaches, swim or snorkel, and taste the famous local wine. The Marine Center offers hands-on learning about marine life and conservation, with all amenities to welcome our guests. Perfect for families, groups, and travelers seeking adventure, this tour blends education, stunning scenery, and unforgettable memories .
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Bolhas Tours is a licensed Marine Center for Dolphins and Whales Watch, with the license onº 8/2016 issued by the ICNF Institute of Portugal - Institute for the Conservation of Nature and Forests, by chosing a certified tour operator you will be helping on the conservation of sea life and ecosystems.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with 3 paying adults
- Minimum of participants apllies for the tour (6)
- Private tour available
- Hotel Pick-up and drop-off available under pricing request directly with the supplier
- Previous known clinical conditions - advise operator before booking
Reviews(256)
The boat tour to observe dolphins was truly a great experience!! It is cold on the sea, so a jacket is recommended.
Thank you very much for your wonderful review Anna! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the dolphin-watching tour and had such a great experience on the water. Thank you as well for the helpful tip about bringing a jacket. Even on warm days, it can get quite chilly out at sea, so it’s always a good idea to come prepared. We hope to welcome you back on board for another adventure soon! (: Rosa@BolhasTours
On arrival to the office the staff greeted us, they gave the whole family waterproof jackets, we then walked to the RIB where we were give life jackets, we then went a couple of km offshore where we looked for whales, after about 30mins we were lucky enough to see a Fin Whale about 3m from the boat, it was amazing. We then travelled to another area where we found a large pod of Stripe dolphins we tracked them for about 30mins. On the way back to Sesimbra we toured the cliffs and went into a large cave, we then had refreshments by the beach. The staffs knowledge was impeccable and it was a fantastic morning.
Thank you so much for your detailed review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you and your family had such a fantastic morning with us. Seeing a fin whale so close to the boat is always an unforgettable moment, and we’re thrilled that you were also able to enjoy a large pod of striped dolphins. Combined with the visit to the caves and coastline of Sesimbra, it truly makes for a special experience. Thank you for choosing to join us, and we hope to welcome you and your family back on board again soon! (: Bolhas Tours Team
An absolutely awesome experience! We were lucky enough to see 2–3 fin whales along with huge groups of dolphins all around the boat. It felt magical and truly one of the best experiences of our Lisbon trip. The guide and boat driver were very friendly and shared interesting information about the whales and dolphins, which made the experience even better.
Thank you so much for your kind review! 😊 We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing experience and that it became one of the highlights of your trip to Lisbon. Seeing 2–3 fin whales together with large groups of dolphins is truly something special, and we’re delighted that you were able to witness these incredible animals in their natural habitat. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on board for another unforgettable adventure! (: Bolhas Tours Team
Highly organized and thoroughly professional from start to finish. We were fortunate enough to spot two fin whales and a large pod of dolphins during our excursion. I highly recommend this company for an exceptional experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and appreciated our organization and professionalism. Spotting two fin whales and a large pod of dolphins on the same tour is truly a memorable experience, and we’re so glad you could share it with us. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on board again in the future! (: Bolhas Tours Team
Highly organized and thoroughly professional from start to finish. We were fortunate enough to spot two fin whales and a large pod of dolphins. I highly recommend this company for an exceptional experience.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the experience and appreciated our organization and professionalism. Spotting two fin whales and a large pod of dolphins on the same tour is truly a memorable experience, and we’re so glad you could share it with us. Thank you for your recommendation, and we hope to welcome you on board again in the future! (: Bolhas Tours Team
We had such an amazing time. We saw 4 Fin whales that put on quite a show for us. We also enjoyed seeing the caves and learning about the history and biology of the area. Highly recommend.
Thank you so much for your wonderful review Jennifer! We are delighted to hear that you had such an amazing experience and were lucky enough to see four fin whales putting on a great show. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you on board again soon for more unforgettable moments at sea. Warm regards, Bolhas Tours Team
An amazing morning out from Sesimbra harbour, we saw a pod of four or five fin wales - some surfacing together others solo. It was a truly exceptional siting and the views of the caves on the way back was a really interesting. The biologist with us explained how to identify the wales from their fins and we managed to spend some time watching and photographing them.
Thank you so much for your kind review Kate! We are delighted to hear that you had such a special morning with us and were able to observe fin whales in their natural environment—an unforgettable experience indeed. It’s also great to know you enjoyed the return along the caves and the insights shared by our marine biologist about identifying the whales. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you on board again in the future for more wildlife encounters in Sesimbra. Warm regards, Bolhas Tours Team
Excellent 10+++ Excursion was beyond our expectations. Seen 3 pods of dolphins… 2 huge Byrde whales… well organized…personalized experience…Highly recommend
Was our pleasure to have you with us in such an amazing day! All thje past week has been like this, just incridble sightings of Tropical whales :) Looking forward to meet you in a near future and all the best! Yours sincerely, Pedro@bolhastours
It was amazing. We were lucky to find whales. Rosa and Darcio were of a wonderful sympathy and excellent professionals. We took our 4-year-old daughter and were super attentive to her. Thank you very much. The best experiences ever.
Agradecemos o feedback tão positivo Andreia! Ficamos muito felizes por saber que tiveram uma experiência incrível e ainda tiveram a sorte de ver baleias. Foi um prazer receber a sua família a bordo e agradecemos por destacarem a atenção e cuidado da nossa equipa (: Esperamos vê-los novamente em breve para mais uma experiência inesquecível no mar! Rosa@BolhasTours
Matilda and Paola were tireless in their search for the dolphins and it gave sussec. Good guidni, good mood. Can warmly recommend
Thank you for your feedback! We hope to see you next time for another adventure at sea (: Rosa@BolhasTours
