Spring & Autumn Tour: Dolphin watching
If you are a sea lover don't let the less warm temperature stop your curiosity, this tour is for you! For three hours, we search dolphins. You can participate too by learning the techniques of marine mammal observers.
During the navigation, a briefing will be provided to let you know more about biology and behaviour of dolphins, along with their conservation status. Our chance of spotting dolphins is higher than 80%. Once we sighted a group of dolphins, we get closer in accordance with the International Code of Conduct HQWW® (High Quality Whale Watching) we adopt to minimise the risk of any disturbance to dolphins and other wildlife. In this way, we can continue observing their natural behaviour. Thanks to the photo-identification technique, we can recognise dolphins by their dorsal fins and we are able to tell you their names, how old they are and their health status. In addition, you will be able to listen to the dolphin sounds by means of the hydrophone (underwater microphone) that the scientists of MareTerra NGO use on board to study dolphin vocalisations.
In the second part of the tour, you will admire one of the most beautiful coasts of Sardinia, within the boundaries of the Marine Protected Area Capo Caccia - Isola Piana.
We know how hard is to take a snapshot of wild dolphins. We want to give you our own professional photos as a souvenir of your experience with us. After the tour, you will receive by email the instructions to download the photos of your sighting from our website.
Useful information:
- ◊ Period: from the 1st of October to the 31st of May.
- ◊ Departure - Arrival: 10.00 am - 1.00 pm.
- ◊ Prices: Adult 45€ - Children (under 12) 25€. This tour is suitable for kids from 5 years old.
- ◊ Point of departure: in Banchina Rafael Catardi, in front of Ciclo Express rental bikes, one of the crew waits for you (go to the map).
- ◊ Important: booking is absolutely necessary before departure. To be sure to find a seat available, please book some days in advance.
- ◊ Suggested equipment: warm clothes, waterproof jacket, water.
- ◊ Behaviour on board: We strongly respect the environment thus animal feeding and any behaviours that disturb the dolphins and other wildlife are not allowed. The crew explain the safety rules before departure.
- ◊ The tour can be cancelled in case of bad weather, strong wind and rough sea.
- ◊ Nature offers no guarantees: no refund is given in case of no sightings.
Do you need more information? Please, contact us!
