Dolphin Observation Boat Tour from Sesimbra
Overview
Local experience: our guides are knowledgeable and know where dolphins are often seen. We offer an authentic and personalized experience, sharing information about dolphins and the local ecosystem.
Ecological awareness: we are committed to the conservation of marine life. We adopt responsible practices, ensuring that interactions with dolphins do not harm or disturb their habitat.
Safety: We follow strict safety protocols to ensure passenger safety and animal safety.
Learning and entertainment: Our activity is a unique opportunity to learn more about dolphins. We provide information about dolphin biology, behavior and conservation, making the experience both educational and fun.
Unforgettable memories: Dolphin watching is an exciting and memorable experience. Seeing dolphins in their natural environment creates lasting memories and unique photo moments.
What's Included
- Alcoholic beverages Tasting of Regional Liquor only for people over 16 years old.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Local guides
- Carbonated beverages Soda/Pop
Meeting Location
Avenida dos Náufragos
2970, Portugal
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
The unmistakable beauty of the Sesimbra coast makes it the perfect setting for dolphin watching. Here, among many jumps, dances and other pirouettes, we can observe 3 species of Cetaceans: the Common Dolphin and the Bottle-nosed Dolphin.
On a journey of approximately 3 hours, we will have the opportunity to see one of this species in the wild. During the observation of the dolphins you will be given information about their individual and group behavior. As well as the importance they have for the local community.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 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-389613P2
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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 Observation Boat Tour from Sesimbra. 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 (WET).
- 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.
- Alcoholic beverages. Tasting of Regional Liquor only for people over 16 years old.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- local guides.
- Carbonated beverages. Soda/Pop.
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 1..
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 Observation Boat Tour from Sesimbra is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphin Observation Boat Tour from Sesimbra 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
- Alcoholic beveragesTasting of Regional Liquor only for people over 16 years old.
- All Fees and Taxes
- Local guides
- Carbonated beveragesSoda/Pop
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
