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Tarifa: Whale & Dolphin Watching in the Strait of Gibraltar

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Tarifa: Whale & Dolphin Watching in the Strait of Gibraltar
4.6
540 reviews

Sail along the Strait of Gibraltar in a UNESCO international biosphere reserve on this whale watching tour from Tarifa. Enjoy seeing whales and dolphins playing in their natural environment.

About this activity

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Duration 2 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Elena – Romania

The experience was amazing! We saw a lot of dolphins and whales of different species. The crew is always on the lookout for whales and were hurrying up to get us close so we can see them. It’s totally worth it.

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Deb – Spain

We had so much fun. It didn´t take long to find many pilot whales and dolphins. The weather was perfect and everyone was having a great time. This was my second time and I will be back.

Itinerary

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    Starting location:

    Turmares Whale Watching in Tarifa

  • Tarifa

    Free time, Shopping, Safety briefing (30 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Tarifa

    Guided tour, Dolphin watching, Marine life viewing, Sailing, Scenic views on the way, Whale watching, Wildlife viewing (2 hours)

  • Arrive back at:

    Turmares Whale Watching in Tarifa

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Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of spotting whales and dolphins in the Strait of Gibraltar
  • See up to seven different species of cetaceans in their natural habitat
  • Enjoy the view sailing throughout the Strait of Gibraltar
  • Learn about the migratory routes of local marine life
  • Gain a deeper understanding of these majestic creatures from your guide

Full description

Embark on a whale-watching cruise from Tarifa. Go through the Strait of Gibraltar and enjoy the multitude of aquatic species in this international biosphere reserve. Keep an eye out for common, striped, and bottlenose dolphins. Hop aboard in Tarifa and cruise through the Strait of Gibraltar. Take in sweeping views of the coast. Try to spot pilot, fin, and sperm whales as you go along. Watch as these whales play and frolic in their natural environment. Take a whale-watching adventure with a high likelihood of seeing a whale or dolphin. Know that if you don't see any species of cetacean, you will get a second chance. Travel with a company that actively supports sustainable practices. Approach animals with caution to avoid disturbing them. Feel comfortable knowing that this tour provider uses the distance and speeds outlined by Spanish Legislation and the ACCOBAMS regulations.

Includes

  • Guide
  • Dolphin and whale watching cruise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks

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Meeting point

Please go to Turmares Whale Watching in Tarifa.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Jacket

Not allowed

  • Flash photography
  • Feeding animals
  • Touching animals
  • Making noise

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 540 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Elena – RomaniaOctober 4, 2024 – Verified booking
The experience was amazing! We saw a lot of dolphins and whales of different species. The crew is always on the lookout for whales and were hurrying up to get us close so we can see them. It’s totally worth it.
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Deb – SpainOctober 3, 2024 – Verified booking
We had so much fun. It didn´t take long to find many pilot whales and dolphins. The weather was perfect and everyone was having a great time. This was my second time and I will be back.
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Ivette – United StatesSeptember 9, 2024 – Verified booking
We saw lots of pilot whales and dolphins. Amazing guide!!! Very knowledgeable both about the animals and the landscape.

Product ID: 408819

Activity provider:Turmares Tarifa

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