Dolphin and Whale Watching in Santa Maria
Compare 8 dolphin and whale watching in Santa Maria, with prices from €29. Free cancellation on most bookings.
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Passport47883487914·2026-02-08·
★ 5.0
Private Sal Island All-Inclusive Shark Bay, Blue Eye & Salt Lake
A Half Day Well Spent!
We had a really enjoyable time today. Vanessa is a really friendly, knowledgeable guide and makes the whole experience fun. The pre-tour Customer Service is fabulous and any query is answered really quickly. We would definitely recommend this tour. Thank you Vanessa you are a star! 🌟
Peter T·2025-11-25·
★ 5.0
Full-Day Ocean Experience – Private Yacht Lucy
Magical trip with amazing crew
The trip was a full-day tour with the whole family and pendants. We were fantasticly welcomed from the start and have a magical day, even for those who have not been on the water in a large sailing boat before. Our hosts Sebastian and Rune were absolutely fantastic. Very competent and not least super pleasant to be with. They provided delicious lunch, snacks and one on the experience with snorkeling where they swam around a sea turtle and saw lots of beautiful fish. Can definitely be recommended!
801_liao·2025-03-29·
★ 5.0
Private Sal Island Tour: Shark Bay & Pedra de Lume Salt Lake
It's worth it!
It's worth it! The guide’s explanations (we had Jan?) were great, you could see the passion for making the history and secrets of those places known.
Frequently asked questions
How much should I budget for dolphin and whale watching in Santa Maria?
Plan on €56 to €237 per adult, which covers half of the 8 options on this page. The cheapest is the Sal Island Half-Day Pedra de Lume, Salt Lake & Shark Bay at €29.
What happens if I need to cancel?
For 8 of the 8 experiences here you get a full refund if you cancel in time, usually up to 24 hours before. The deadline is shown on each booking page.
Are there tours with hotel pickup?
Seven experiences on this page include pickup, such as the Private Sal Island Tour: Shark Bay & Pedra de Lume Salt Lake. For the rest, the meeting point is in your booking confirmation.
Will my booking be confirmed straight away?
For 7 of the 8 experiences, yes: you get an instant confirmation and a mobile voucher. The rest are confirmed by the operator, usually within 48 hours.
Are there tours in languages other than English?
English is the most common, offered by 8 experiences, followed by Portuguese, Spanish; Castilian and French. Use the Language filter to narrow the list.
Which tour do travellers rate highest?
The Full day Sailing yacht - Beautiful day on the Atlantic Ocean is rated 4.9 from 84 reviews, the highest on this page among experiences with at least 50 reviews.
Are there private tours?
Yes, four private options start from €71 per adult, with a guide just for your group.
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