Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in St Lucia
Overview
Experience the once-in-a-lifetime sight of wild whales and dolphins in their natural environment. Enjoy magnificent views of the West Coast of St Lucia and sip on complimentary rum punch or non-alcoholic beverages on a 3.5 hour cruise. You can search for sperm whales, humpbacks and pilot whales, as well as spinner, spotted, fraser and common dolphins. The friendly and knowledgeable guides will make sure you receive tips on spotting marine mammals in the wild, as well as an informative view of St Lucia's iconic coastline.
What's Included
- Local marine expert
- Bottled water, soft drinks and rum punch
- Gratuities
- HOTEL PICK-UPS ARE NOT INCLUDED
Meeting Location
Vigie Marina Castries
St Lucia
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 waters surrounding the emerald island of St. Lucia are home to a multitude of marine mammals, including Sperm Whales, Humpback Whales and Pilot Whales, as well as Spinner, Spotted, Fraser and Common Dolphins.
Join our experienced crew as we head out on a 3 - 3½ hour tour to witness these marine mammals in their natural environment.
With a knowledgeable team and a 90% sighting average, our guests are sure to be amazed and educated, as well as receiving an excellent and informative view of St. Lucia’s coastline.
Complimentary rum punch, sodas and bottled water are served on board, and guests are fully briefed on the types of mammals sighted, their habits, and behaviours. Passengers are encouraged to actively participate in spotting, and are giving tips on sighting whales in their natural environment.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-39149P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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 Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in St Lucia. 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 (AST).
- 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.
- Local marine expert.
- Bottled water, soft drinks and rum punch.
- Gratuities.
- HOTEL PICK-UPS ARE NOT INCLUDED.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in St Lucia is as follows:
- 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 Whale and Dolphin Watching Cruise in St Lucia 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
- Local marine expert
- Bottled water, soft drinks and rum punch
- Gratuities
- HOTEL PICK-UPS ARE NOT INCLUDED
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Refunds will not be issued if tour/activity is missed due to late or non-arrival of cruise ship
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
