6 Dolphin and Snorkeling Trips in Italy Worth Flying For

1.Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Boat Tour near Figarolo

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 670 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $77Our pick

Set out from Olbia with an English-speaking skipper such as Antonio, Francesco, or Giovanni on a fast 8.5-meter boat limited to 10 people. Search for wild bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo, snorkel in clear water, view limestone cliffs and caves, and enjoy mini pizzas, Sardinian snacks, and a drink.

“Amazing!! Our guide was so friendly and had good recommendations for the area. The dolphins were cool and the snorkelling was fun. Great value for money”

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2.Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 432 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53Best value

Join captain Andrea, Marco, or another English-speaking guide for a 2.5-hour speedboat trip from Olbia. Search for wild dolphins around Golfo Aranci, cruise past Capo Figari and Figarolo Island, then swim and snorkel near Cala Moresca or Cala Greca. Groups are limited to 12, with fuel, parking, and an aperitif included.

“Just.. wonderful. The team were absolutely lovely, they explain everything. They took time to spot the dolphins, and watch them, they give me diving mask to swim with fishes. Beautiful and a chance to live this. Thanks again !”

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3.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 428 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82

From Sos Aranzos, a small boat carries you toward Cape Figari and Figarolo to look for wild bottlenose dolphins with a trained guide. Then swim and snorkel at Cala Greca, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo. Two crew members, sanitized gear, soft drinks, and multilingual guidance are included.

“Me and my boyfriend loved it! Franzesca and Andrea were super nice, she told us very interesting things about dolphins & the sea. We made 2 stops to see dolphins & 2 stops for snorkeling and swimming. We had plenty of time and it was just beautiful. Also got some water, ice tea and traditional bread „sticks“ Would recommend it to everyone :-)”

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4.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 358 reviews · 3 hours · from $77

Join Marco and the Amore Iodio team at central Olbia’s Molo Bosazza for a three-hour dinghy trip to Figarolo and Tavolara’s coastal waters. Expect a strong chance of seeing wild dolphins near a fish farm, two swim and snorkeling stops, gear, a Sardinian snack, and a multilingual local guide.

“Marco has been amazing! Very friendly and helpful. He was very attentive and tried to talk and explain the things to everyone in different languages: italian, english and spanish as well. The tour was very nice as well, we stopped in two different places to do snorkelling and go around some island trying to find dolphins.. and we did!! :) very recommended!”

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5.Dolphin Watching Tour with Snorkeling from Olbia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 275 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $72Top rated

Set out from Olbia with a skipper and naturalist guide for a 3.5-hour boat trip around Capo Figari, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo Island. You’ll search for bottlenose dolphins, stop twice to snorkel, and enjoy Sardinian snacks, soft drinks, and local beer. Boats carry no more than 10 people, with guides such as Francesco, Antonio, Gabriele, and Christian leading departures.

“Great snorkeling! Saw plenty of dolphins. The guide was great and the boat was nice and fast. Great snack and drinks offered during the trip. Overall a fantastic experience.”

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6.Dolphin Watching and Snorkeling in Figarolo in Sardinia

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Join DST Sardegna from Spiaggia Sos Aranzos for a 3.5-hour English-language boat trip toward Capo Figari and Figarolo Island. Your guide explains dolphin behavior and eco-friendly watching, then stops at Cala Greca and Cala Moresca for swimming and snorkeling. Small groups are limited to 12 people, with guides such as Clarissa, Sabina, Maia, Franchi, and Adriana leading recent outings.

“It was a beautyful trip with professional guides. We were verly lucky and saw many deplphins. I would recommend the long trip to everyone, more time, more chance”

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