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title: Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/faro/tours/small-group-dolphin-and-wildlife-watching-tour-in-faro/
type: tour
city: Faro
country: Portugal
price: 65
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.87
reviews: 655
duration_minutes: 150
languages: [pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Dolphins in a small group
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-11-03
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/faro/tours/small-group-dolphin-and-wildlife-watching-tour-in-faro/
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# Small Group Dolphin and Wildlife Watching Tour in Faro

**Guidekin's take:** A dolphin and wildlife trip led by marine biologists who collect research data during the outing, so the commentary is science rather than showmanship. Sightings are never guaranteed at sea, and the trip is not advised for pregnant travellers or anyone with a back condition. 4.87 from 655 reviews at €65 per person for 2h 30m.

## Overview

Our main goal is to connect science and tourism by providing wildlife watching boat tours while we collect data for scientific research.
During this tour you will have the chance to learn more about our local fauna and get to know how we are studying these animals.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: At Faro harbour look out for Santa Maria…
- Starts 08:30, 11:30: 2 departures a day
- Children from €58: ages 2 to 11

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €65 per person
- Duration: 2h 30m
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 655 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ocean Vibes Algarve
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 08:30, 11:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.87 from 655 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 636 of 655.

- 5 stars: 607 (93%)
- 4 stars: 29 (4%)
- 3 stars: 8 (1%)
- 2 stars: 4 (1%)
- 1 star: 7 (1%)

## What's included

- Lifejackets
- Marine Biologists as guides

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 08:30, 11:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

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 and a top banner saying "Dolphin & Whale Watching).
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJxUuP4FZTBQ0RG1kDiQBkctE

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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