Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour from Dingle
Overview
Dingle Bay Eco Tours is a 4 hour boat tour of the Blasket Islands and Dingle Bay with the opportunity to see whales, dolphins , seals, basking shark (in season), puffins (in season) and other marine wildlife and view the wonderful seascapes and landscapes off the west coast of Ireland along the Wild Atlantic Way.
The tour is informal and casual with experienced skipper and crew and wildlife guide on board.
The vessel has a flying bridge for wildlife viewing and marine toilet on board.
This vessel can carry a maximum of 44 passengers but we usually limit this to 36 for comfort.
What's Included
- Professional photographer guide
- Free car parking on pier and in Ventry village
- Local guide
- No entrance fee
- No alcohol served
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Ventry pier
Ceantra, Ventry, Co. Kerry, Ireland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Dolphin, whale and bird watching trip around the Blasket islands and Dingle Bay in whale watching tour boat M.V. "Blasket Princess" There is inside seating for 20 passengers and on deck seating for 20 passengers. We also have a flying bridge for wildlife viewing suitable for about eight passengers at a time so passengers can vary the trip by sitting inside or out on deck and occasional visits up to the flying bridge.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Nor suitable for children under 10 years of age
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please dress warm with wind proof jacket and warm hat
- Trips may be cancelled at short notice if unsuitable weather or sea conditions so please supply mobile contact phone number inc. international dialing code in case of any last minute change of schedule.
- This trip is not suitable for children under 10 years of age
- Please arrive about 15 to 20 minutes before 1pm departure time to park car on pier; put on suitable warm clothing and for safety meeting.
- The boat departs at 1pm sharp. Please telephone ahead in good time if you expect to be late. The boat will not wait more than 5 minutes for late arrivals.
- Under no circumstances will a refund be given for "no show" or late arrivals. We require 24 hr. notice for any cancellation or refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-26236P5
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Average 4.83 out of 5 stars based on 285 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour from Dingle. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Professional photographer guide.
- free car parking on pier and in Ventry village.
- Local guide.
- no entrance fee.
- no alcohol served.
- Gratuities.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour from Dingle is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Nor suitable for children under 10 years of age
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour from Dingle will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Professional photographer guide
- Free car parking on pier and in Ventry village
- Local guide
- No entrance fee
- No alcohol served
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Nor suitable for children under 10 years of age
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please dress warm with wind proof jacket and warm hat
- Trips may be cancelled at short notice if unsuitable weather or sea conditions so please supply mobile contact phone number inc. international dialing code in case of any last minute change of schedule.
- This trip is not suitable for children under 10 years of age
- Please arrive about 15 to 20 minutes before 1pm departure time to park car on pier; put on suitable warm clothing and for safety meeting.
- The boat departs at 1pm sharp. Please telephone ahead in good time if you expect to be late. The boat will not wait more than 5 minutes for late arrivals.
- Under no circumstances will a refund be given for "no show" or late arrivals. We require 24 hr. notice for any cancellation or refund.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 44 travelers
