Faro Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour: Combining Scientific Research with Local Fauna Exploration

Our primary objective is to bridge the gap between science and tourism by offering boat tours meant for observing wildlife and simultaneously gathering data for research purposes. On this expedition, you will gain insight into our local wildlife and understand our methods of studying these creatures.

Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • R. da Comunidade Lusíada 4b - Explore the Atlantic in search of marine wildlife with Marine Biologists on board, and learn more about dolphins in their natural habitat. Discover different species of cetaceans, birds and other marine life in an exciting experience in the Algarve !
    Departing from Faro, you will be able to enjoy the landscape of Ria…
What's Included
  • Lifejackets provided for safety
  • Guided tours led by marine biologists
Location
Ginásio Clube Naval
Estrada do Passeio Ribeirinho
At Faro harbour look out for Santa Maria Petisca Ria until you reach the flags. Over there look for the (middle) store with Ocean Vibes logo (you should notice some dolphins on the outside).
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Olga_s
Dec 31, 2024
Great experience, very... - Great experience, very knowledgeable and friendly guides. The guides really made effort to make everyone feel safe and comfortable, and the small group creates a nice atmosphere. highly recommended, and would love to come again!
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Judit_m
Dec 29, 2024
High waves adrenaline ride - We rode with wind and high waves, it was hard core fun with a rollercoaster vibe. Both of my kids threw up but we saw dolphins so it was a success story. The marine biologists were very knowledgable and nice, contolling everything with grace.
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P8028vzmeghanm
Dec 3, 2024
Wildlife tour - The tour guides were very friendly, enthusiastic and knowledgeable, the experience was amazing - beautiful scenery and spotted a family of dolphins!
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200erwanp
Nov 14, 2024
Our stay in Faro - Superb moment when we could cross the path of a dolphin family, the supervisors were very friendly and professional. Thank you again.
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Zsolt_p
Nov 12, 2024
Amazing - Amazing experience, once again thank you for the whole team at Ocean Vibes for 3 amazing trips last week. We saw common dolphins, bottle nose dolphins, porpoise and sunfish and countless seabirds. They are all very knowledgeable and make the whole experience perfect. Can`t wait to return. Don`t miss this trip if you are in Faro.
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Pioneer07147957768
Oct 23, 2024
Encounter with dolphins - It was just amazing, we were able to meet a family of about thirty dolphins! It was a moment of magic and Pedro and Meguel are passionate and can answer all the questions 👌 to do without hesitation!
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Nikiph1331ze
Oct 23, 2024
Successful boat tour - Highly recommended. Have seen many dolphins. Very nice guide, learn a lot about the mammals. Very accommodating Thanks for this great experience.
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Karen_c
Oct 20, 2024
Do it!! - Amazing experience with very experienced guides. Pic does not do it justice , we had very close encounters with both bottlenose and common dolphins. All captured on video and will be etched in my memory forever. Thank you such an awesome trip with people passionate and who care for their welfare.
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Karen
Oct 20, 2024
Must do!! - Ocean Vibes dolphin watching was the highlight of our trip. This company has an excellent ethos in terms of animal welfare , they record and monitor the dolphin activity for research.. Very knowledgeable and funny guides. They provided a thorough safety briefing and I would recommend this trip if travelling with children. We were very lucky to see several pods of bottlenose dolphins and then saw many common dolphins which playfully came very close to the boat. The guides are honest about the possible sightings as not being guaranteed, but you will have the best opportunity of a sighting as they stay out beyond the allocated time slot to maximise your chances and their excellent knowledge base on possible locations increase your chances. Thank you it was an excellent trip
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John_abz
Oct 10, 2024
Enthusiastic and informative staff, wonderful dolphins and FUN! - We really enjoyed our dolphin and wildlife watching tour. The staff were enthusiastic and informative and we saw quite a few bottlenose dolphins close up to the boat (bit late in the season to be seeing any whales). Aside from the pleasure of seeing the dolphins there was the fun of travelling at speed in a large rib across a gentle Atlantic swell - well worth the money on its own!
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