SETUBAL
Every trip has one free morning too few. These 5 setubal dolphin watching tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Join Dolphin Bay in Setúbal for a two-hour catamaran trip led in English and Portuguese by marine biologists. Watch for resident bottlenose dolphins, hear about the animals and Arrábida coast, swim in clear blue water, and look below the boat through underwater viewing rooms. A Moscatel de Setúbal welcome drink is included.
“the boat was really good, the team was very knowledgeable and friendly”
Spend two hours searching Setúbal Bay for wild bottlenose dolphins aboard a modern speedboat. Guides speak English, Portuguese, and Spanish, and may explain how local dolphin families live here year-round. You’ll also see Arrábida beaches, small sandy islands, and the bay from the water. The boat is wheelchair accessible.
“Really good trip. The guide was great and it was brilliant seeing the dolphins in the wild.”
Join Bolhas Tours in Sesimbra for a 3-hour wildlife trip through Arrábida Marine Park. Guides such as Pedro and Rosa explain dolphin biology and conservation while the crew searches for wild dolphins and whales. The tour ends at Ribeira do Cavalo Beach or another secluded bay, with time to swim, snorkel, and enjoy local wine.
“We saw two types of dolphin and then were told that Iberian Orca whales had been spotted so we got to see them too, a mother and baby. It was an unexpected but incredible addition to our trip. Absolutely exhilarating!”
Set out from Sesimbra with a marine biologist and local crew for about three hours in Arrábida Natural Park. Look for bottlenose and common dolphins, and possibly whales, while learning about the coastline and conservation. The route may include caves, coves, cliffs, and time to swim. English service, maximum 30 people.
“Great boat trip where we were lucky to see a whale! Besides the wonderful dolphins of course. The guide was perfect, she speaks very good EnglishAuto-translated”
Set out from Sesimbra with guides Francisco and Joao Martins for a two-hour dolphin watch in Arrábida Natural Park. After a 30-minute safety briefing, spend about 90 minutes on the water in a small group of up to 10. Dolphins often approach the boat, and an optional lunch at a historic fort adds time ashore.
Pick a coast, a boat or a swim.
