Italy · DOLPHIN WATCHING
Every trip has one free day too few. These 14 dolphin watching trips justify the slot, priced and timed so the decision takes minutes and the rest of the day is yours.
Join DST Sardegna in Golfo Aranci for a 1.5-hour zodiac trip toward Figarolo Island and its resident bottlenose dolphins. Two crew members, such as guide Andrea and captain Maui, explain dolphin behavior, the fish farm, and marine ecology. Groups are limited to 12, with soft drinks included.
“We saw wild dolphins and Sabina the skiper was the best”
Paddle from Spiaggia dei Baracconi with guides such as Marco, Maria, Emmanuel, or Vincent. You will kayak past Cala Moresca, snorkel among fish and sea urchins, search for dolphins near a sea fish farm, and finish with Sardinian snacks on Figarolo Island.
“I liked the atmosphere and the view during the sailing😁 The colour of water is unforgettable 😍”
Set out from Sos Aranzos beach near Golfo Aranci and reach Figarolo in about five minutes. A crew of up to 12 looks for the resident bottlenose dolphins near Capo Figari and a fish farm. Guides such as Sara, Iaia, Paolo, and Alessandro explain dolphin behavior, while water and iced tea are provided.
“Great views of dolphins including mother and baby dolphins. Countless sightings of different groups in the pod. Very knowledgeable and informative guide.allowed us to learn about dolphin behaviour. Suitable for all age groups from 70+ to 2 and 4 year old grandchildren”
Set out from Olbia with a skipper such as Antonio, Francesco, or Giovanni aboard an 8.5-meter, 250-horsepower boat. Search for wild bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo, snorkel among fish and starfish, visit caves and cliffs, and enjoy Sardinian mini pizzas, snacks, and drinks.
“The best part of our experience was the generosity of our captain and host, Francesco. He also has a great eye that can see the dolphins under water, which made finding them easier. Always made sure we were comfortable, even offering us home made pizza by his friend’s wife, which were great. The experience was wonderful, we felt lucky with our captain and the people with us, we highly recommend.”
Paddle from Baracconi Beach with guides such as Maria, Emmanuel, Marco, and Francesco. After a short lesson, you’ll snorkel at Cala Moresca, stop on Figarolo Island for Sardinian snacks and drinks, and look for bottlenose dolphins near the fish farm.
“I had an unforgettable experience. The landscape was beautiful, I saw sea urchins, dolphins, hermit crab... Marco and Eduardo were both awesome. I highly recommend this activity with closed eyes 😉 If I come back to Olbia, I'll come back here too. Thank you again for this experience!”
Join Graziella and Captain Saro aboard the Blue Diamond from Giardini Naxos for a 2.5-hour sunset cruise along Taormina’s coast. You’ll see sea caves, Isola Bella, and several bays, with time to snorkel, watch for bottlenose dolphins, and enjoy snacks and drinks in a group of no more than 10.
“These guys are AMAZING! The loveliest couple ever - we had such an incredible evening, they were so knowledgeable about the area and the trip was just brilliant. We also saw dolphins which was pretty special! The appetisers were also delicious! Thank you so much!!”
Join Antonio and Mariella for a three-hour shared boat trip from Giardini Naxos. Cruise past Isola Bella, Taormina’s bays, caves, and Etna, stop to swim, enjoy pizza or arancini with prosecco, then head offshore to search for dolphins.
“Great fun. Welcoming staff, even ordered a taxi whilst at sea. Very knowledgeable except for james bond blag. Stop off for a swim was ace and pizza after was more ace”
From Sos Aranzos, cruise with a captain and guide toward Cape Figari and Figarolo. Look for bottlenose dolphins, learn about their habits, then swim and snorkel at Cala Greca, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo. Boats hold up to 12 people, with gear, soft drinks, and multilingual guides.
“Fab trip, well organised. Miya and Antonio were very knowledgeable. We saw alot of dolphins and fish. Would recommend”
Join Marco and the Amore Iodio team at Olbia’s Molo Bosazza for a three-hour inflatable-boat trip to Figarolo and Tavolara. Look for wild dolphins near the fish farm, pause at Cape Figari, then snorkel at Cala Moresca with gear, snacks, drinks, fuel, and insurance included.
“signed up for the dolphin watching tour with our guide called Marco from Amore. It was worth every cent and although there's obviously no guarantee of seeing the dolphins,, you do stand a good chance,, as they gather near fish farm. We saw quite a few dolphins multiple times and it was so special. Marco was friendly, informative and even provided us with a surprise drink and nibbles. We then went on to swim/snorkel if you choose at an island where the water was pale turquoise in places, then started our return. Marco returned briefly to the dolphin area where it was now quiet as other boats had left, we…”
Join Fabio, Francesco, Gabriella, or fellow MareTerra guides for a four-hour search for dolphins off Alghero. Scientists explain dolphin behavior, play recorded calls, and use photo-identification. Afterward, enjoy guided snorkeling in Capo Caccia’s Marine Protected Area with masks, fins, and safety support.
“Desideravo un'esperienza del genere fin da quando ero piccola. É stato fantastico!È stata una giornata eccezionalmente fortunata, anche i bambini erano molto felici.”
From Olbia, cruise with a captain and hostess toward Cape Figari and Figarolo. A certified guide explains dolphin behavior, then you swim and snorkel at Cala Greca, Cala Moresca, and Figarolo. Soft drinks and sanitized gear are included, with commentary in four languages.
“We had a great time! It was the perfect combo of dolphin watching and snorkeling! Our guide was fantastic!”
Join Philipp for a three-hour kayak trip from Spiaggia dei Baracconi to Cala Moresca, Figarolo, and the local fish farm. You get snorkeling gear, a Sardinian snack or sunset aperitif, waterproof storage, and a real chance to spot dolphins in a group of no more than nine.
“We had a really great experience with our guide philipp. The weather was unstable the day before our trip, So there was a possibility it had to be reschuedeled/canceled. But good for us it changed again. It was a really relaxed kayak trip and we saw dolphines!! Definately recommand to do this when in Sardinia 🐬🌊”
Join a captain and English- or Italian-speaking guide at MOYS in Olbia for a 3.5-hour cruise toward Figarolo Island. Look for resident bottlenose dolphins, stop to swim and snorkel near Capo Figari, and enjoy soft drinks aboard a quiet, low-impact boat. Captain Sebastian may be at the helm.
“The captain, a professional one with experience in sailing ⛵️ Very nice activity, you should try!”
Join Captain Anett from Olbia for a 3.5-hour cruise in a 10-person boat. Look for bottlenose dolphins, swim and snorkel at Cala Moresca, admire Capo Figari, and share homemade Sardinian cheese, sausage, bread, and drinks aboard.
“Anett was super amazing - took care of the small details to make sure our voyage was exemplary. Look forward to more trips with Anett when we visit Sardinia again.”
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