Lisbon Dolphin Watching with Marine Biologist

Embark on a thrilling small-group dolphin watching adventure in Lisbon. Join expert marine biologists on a speedy RIB boat as you search for dolphins and other marine species in the Atlantic Ocean.

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • SeaEO Tours - Sea & Estuary Odyssey - Located in the Lisbon centre, we depart from Doca de Santo Amaro, in the neighbourhood of Alcântara. A good reference point is the dock just under the 25th of April bridge, on a nature adventure odyssey towards the Atlantic Ocean, leaving the Tagus Estuary. Embrace the wilderness of the Altantic Ocean with an…
What's Included
  • Expert Marine Biologist as tour guide with trained crew
  • Lifejackets and comfortable seating onboard
  • Comprehensive Public Liability Insurance included
  • All fees and taxes covered
  • Motion-sickness pills available if needed
What's Not Included
  • Comfortable clothes, jacket and shoes
  • Photography camera
  • Guarantee: SeaEO cannot be held responsible if you don’t see dolphins. Sighting success - around 95%
Additional Information

Embarking from Lisbon, our primary objective is to spot dolphins! We set off in a swift Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB) towards the vast Atlantic Ocean. The thrill of the hunt for these majestic creatures begins as soon as we glide under the 25th of April bridge and leave the Tagus Estuary behind. As we depart, you’ll catch a glimpse of the splendid…

Location
SeaEO Tours - Sea & Estuary Odyssey
Avenida Brasília
Doca de Santo Amaro, GATE 3 Harbor under the big red bridge If you come from Lisboa, you will have to pass over or bellow the train tracks
Cancellation Policy

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

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Sarahharris2602
May 28, 2025
Great dolphin trip on a small boat. - Really great trip and we saw many dolphins, some swam close to the boat. The boat ride itself is worth the trip, riding over the waves at speed.
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Roosv979
May 28, 2025
Amazing tour!! - Great tour! I would recommend this to everyone. We saw two types of dolphins! The guides present everything in a really fun way.
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Vishal_a
May 27, 2025
An experience we will never forget - It was an experienc that my wife and I will always remember. We planned it a day after her birthday and we could not have planned anything better. I would recommend this to any traveller who are visiting Lisbon and I have listed the positives below (there were no negatives): 1. The Crew: SeaEO team is just brilliant - they know what they are doing and are both friendly and professional. They knew the conditions would be rough during our booked time so they offered to have us join an earlier slot ensuring everyone's saftey. Our group had kids and the crew made sure they constatly spoke to them and made them feel comfortable on a speed boat. Their committment to their work is another big positive - due to the conditions it was proving difficult to find dolphins but the crew spend additional time in the sea and covered a huge area to ensure we see not only dolphins but also some rare fishes in their naturar habitat. 2. The experience: the whole experience was great and full of learning. The crew took the time to explain how to find dolphins in the sea and we learnt the science behind it. It was our first time on a speedboat and we loved it. Riding the waves, going from one end to another, eploring the sea and trying to find dolphins is a big part of the experience and is as enjoyable as finally finding the dolphins. We had a blast. 3. The dolphins: Finally, the dolphins! Finding the dolphins after an adventure is a feeling I cannot describe in words. This is something we can only experience.
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Jayjay_jpm
May 26, 2025
Unforgettable Dolphin Adventure with Stunning Views of Lisbon! - Our Lisbon Dolphin Watching with a Marine Biologist tour was absolutely amazing! The speed boat ride out into the Atlantic was an adventure in itself—fast, exciting, and offering stunning views of Lisbon from the water. The highlight, of course, was seeing dolphins in their natural habitat. The moment we spotted our first dolphin was pure magic! The marine biologist on board was fantastic—super knowledgeable and passionate—and gave us a fascinating explanation of the dolphins’ behavior and their environment. And on the way back to Lisbon, they took us past the iconic Belém Tower and the Monument to the Discoveries. Seeing these landmarks from the water side was a whole new perspective—so much more spectacular than from land! It was the perfect way to wrap up an already unforgettable experience. We just loved it. A perfect mix of adventure, nature, and history. Highly recommend this tour to anyone visiting Lisbon!
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Gayle
May 25, 2025
One of the best trips I have ever done - Amazing don’t hesitate to book. We went on this trip with a 5 year old and 8 year old. From the night before the team were in contact to arrange to meet 30 min earlier to ensure optimal weather conditions. The children were lucky enough to go at the front and just wow. The whole group, young and old were grinning from ear to ear. As the trip involves finding wild animals it of course is not guaranteed that we would find them. The team was able to find a small pod initially of three beautiful dolphins. Then a little while later we came upon a huge pod of 8 that stuck around for 20-30 minutes. It was truly magical. The team were very mindful to be respectful to the dolphins to ensure they did not become stressed from the boat . They were very approachable, knowledgable and kind. I have travelled extensively and been lucky enough to do lots of activities over the years and this is defiantly one of the best. Tbe boat itself was just a ton of fun from start to finish. Nobody was sea sick and the children just squealed in delight. I really recommend this company.
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Pompolina555
May 17, 2025
Exceeded our expectations! Highlight of our time in Lisbon. - My son (19) and I had 3 days in Lisbon and he came across this dolphin tour on TripAdvisor. It ended up being the highlight of the trip for both of us. We saw dozens of dolphins in multiple pods and some were literally inches away, swimming and seemingly playful alongside the boat. The two guides, both marine biologists, were very resourceful. Three thumbs up! Highly recommended.
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Isabellao401
May 16, 2025
The perfect dolphin boat tour! - An all around amazing experience! The staff were all very helpful and knowledgable. The day we had originally booked to go on looked to have bad weather, so the team managed to book us onto a different day no problem. We saw multiple different groups of dolphins which was just unreal, whilst still keeping everything on the animals’ terms, allowing them to come to us - top notch animal welfare! Would absolutely recommend to anyone wanting to see these animals in their natural habitat.
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P
May 12, 2025
Highly recommended - I honestly recommend this for anyone visiting Lisbon even just on a short vacation. Seeing dolphins so close up was nothing short of magical. The guides are marine biologists and extremely knowledgeable, and mindful of animal welfare. Even if nothing else, you get to see a view of the Lisbon coastline and a fun speedboat ride that's second to none.
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Michael_s
May 10, 2025
Great experience - Amazing experience. Our guides were very knowledgeable, friendly, and professional. We were able to see several dolphin pods on our trip. They also pointed out additional sea life and commentary that was interesting and relevant. You can tell they have a love and respect for our oceans and the life in them.
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E8948czchristinat
Apr 18, 2025
Dolphin watching. - I'm not a good boater, and I just got involved for the sake of my family. Luckily, otherwise I would have missed an absolutely fantastic experience! The two skippers and biologists brought us to the dolphins with a lot of joy and enthusiasm and you can tell how much they love doing their job. I felt very safe all the time and I disembarked happy and smiling. Thank you for that!
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From $79
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).