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Lisbon: Dolphin Watching with a Marine Biologist - Ocean Safari

5.0 Excellent 940 reviews
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2h 30m
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Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A fast rigid inflatable out of Lisbon into the Atlantic with a marine biologist leading the search for dolphins, lifejackets and a seat for everyone, at €60 per person for 2h 30m. Sightings are not guaranteed, and the ride is not for pregnant travellers or bad backs. 4.96 from 940 reviews.

From the guide

Our main goal is to find dolphins! Depart from Lisbon on a fast Rigid Inflatable Boat (RIB). The adventure starts on a speedboat in search of dolphins as we head into the wide Atlantic Ocean. Get the best views of the Atlantic Coastline, on a comfortable and safe 8.5m RIB as we head out to sea.
We will scan the ocean in search of wildlife using several techniques; just like a scientist, you will play an important role in helping us find them. Get to know the different cetacean and seabirds species with an expert Marine Biologist. During 3 hours, you will experience the adventure of looking for wild marine species, like sunfish, sharks, jellyfish, whales or even sea turtles, so close to Lisbon. We want you to get to know them closer. Upon returning to the Tagus river, we will quickly stop in front of the beautiful monuments in Belem and you will admire the iconic 25th of April Bridge. Embark on this Odyssey of nature tourism with the true experts. The tour can be done in 2 boats.

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:15, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 14:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:15, 09:30, 10:00, 11:30, 14:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Marine Biologist tour guide and crew
All Fees and Taxes
Public Liability Insurance
Motion-sickness pill if necessary
Lifejackets and seat in the Boat

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%

Departure & Return

Start point

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

End point

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

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Customers will keep seated on comfortable Jockey seats, but will be able stand up in the boat to enjoy the wildlife encountered.
  • Big boats tend to make people seasick, that is why we work in a fast and safe RIB of 8,5m in which you will feel the ocean breeze.
  • If you still think you might get seasick, make sure you avoid having a milk or yoghurt-based breakfast. Eat properly and include bread and an apple to avoid getting seasick. (We also have pills if necessary).
  • Not suitable for babies under 5 years
  • Customers who present any of the conditions described above will be denied access and will not be refunded.
  • We will only give 5 minutes tolerance after the time of the tour.
  • Clientes que apresentem qualquer condição acima descrita serão vedados o acesso e não serão reembolsados.

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 60 / person