Dolphin Spotting Mini Cruise: Enjoy Marine Life and Scenic Coasts at Playa del Carmen
3.6
95 Ratings
Puerto del Carmen
Embark on a thrilling dolphin spotting mini cruise in Playa del Carmen. Experience the beauty of marine life and scenic coasts while searching for dolphins, whales, and other marine mammals in their natural habitat. Book now!
Duration: 1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Lanzarote Sea Tours - Experience a 1.5-hour trip aboard the fast boat “Biosfera Jet” along the west coast of Lanzarote Island. We depart from Puerto del Carmen Marina, giving a quick briefing about the trip and safety matters on board. The crew then starts their search for dolphins and whales, and any other marine wildlife, using binoculars, doing their best with their experienced eyes.

During the trip, our qualified crew will give you detailed information about the species of cetaceans you are seeing as well as other technical and historic information to ensure a complete and unique experience.

Enjoy the astonishing views of Lanzarote´s coast or relax with a swim in its crystal clear waters and feel the snorkel experience.

Since we are dealing with wildlife, there are times that you could end up the trip with no sightings, although we have a high percentage of success.

What's Included
  • Swim and snorkel experience
  • 1.5-hour dolphin spotting and whale watching tour
  • Live expert commentary on board
What's Not Included
  • Binoculars
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on an exciting journey to spot dolphins, whales and other sea creatures in their natural environment on the speedy and up-to-date ‘Biosfera Jet’ boat. Take in the breathtaking views of the Lanzarote coast or unwind with a dip in its pristine waters.

An excellent opportunity to encounter wild dolphins. *Bear in mind, however, that sightings cannot be assured completely.

  • May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
  • The supplier may cancel the tour due to weather conditions or force majeure, in which case the supplier will contact the customer within 48 to 24 hours in advance via email or telephone to assign a new alternative date, the customer may request in such cases the return of the reservation.
  • Dolphin sightings are not 100% guaranteed
Location
Lanzarote Sea Tours
Avenida del Varadero
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Rrr360
Apr 19, 2024
very lucky to find so many dolphins - great trip to see the dolphins, very lucky to find a pod of about 20 that stayed with the boat for 15 mins or so. crew were very helpfull and obviously experienced. shame about the 2 selfish women who hogged the boat front for the entire trip, a lot of others would have liked a chance. maybe the crew will learn from it
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Navigator35122865178
Apr 15, 2024
best trip ive ever been on. - the views were so amazing, I didn’t think that I would see any dolphins at all but I ended up seeing loads. the crew were amazing and they were all so helpful and nice. one of the crew members which I don’t know the name of was so great and funny and made sure everybody got a go to get to the front and see the dolphins up close, this was one of my favourite parts of the whole holiday and I really recommend it.
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Wander602897
Apr 15, 2024
Well worth it - We booked as a family of 3, and honestly I didn’t really have super high expectations of seeing any dolphins on the trip as I know this is something the crew can’t control, we were just happy to go on the boat trip and enjoy the views. That being said, we were absolutely thrilled to see loads of dolphins on the tour! It was incredible to see them in their natural habitat. Aside from being able to see the amazing dolphins, a lot needs to be said for the crew of our boat because they were just fantastic. I wish I’d taken the name of one specific crew member because he was incredible, he was really trying to hype everyone up and make it a fantastic experience for all (which it absolutely was). He made a real effort to ensure ALL of the kids on board got a chance to stand up at the front and see the views and dolphins, which was lovely to see. He was also really funny and made us feel so relaxed and at ease, massive kudos to you dude! There was a chance to jump off the boat and swim in the sea before we headed back to the port which we didn’t take part in as we’re not very strong swimmers, but during this time a couple on the boat with a very small child (around 3 years old) decided to go and swim in the sea and leave their small child on the boat unattended (each to their own 🫣😕), however one of the crew members kept checking on the child and ensuring she felt safe and was ok til the parents got back on board. It was a fantastic experience and well worth the money, you might not see any dolphins because obviously this isn’t something that can’t be controlled… but it’s still well worth the trip for the views and the chance to have a dip in the sea if you want to. Thanks to the members of the crew on board who were absolutely brilliant and made us feel really welcome and entertained, we would highly recommend this experience and my 11 year old daughter absolutely loved it, it was the highlight of our trip to Lanzarote (also loved the Macarena serenading us as we arrived back in to the port 🤣)
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Sightseer07891363155
Mar 24, 2024
Brilliant - Very fun trip, unfortunately weather wasn’t the best but that’s hardly their fault. Would highly recommend, got to see a couple dolphins and a turtle
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770edithw
Nov 24, 2023
Amazing experience - We saw many dolphins and the men did their very best to please everyone. Even with the choice of music, everyone was thought of (guardian angel).
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Marions211
Nov 7, 2023
It was just wonderful - The crew was friendly. And they made the tour fun. The view of the ocean was amazing and seeing so may dolphins in their natural habitat was a very special experience.
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Maheshi_12
Dec 19, 2023
Nice boat ride but no dolphins ! - We took this mini cruise last week. Told to arrive 30 mins before, but were told to walk to the far end of the harbour 5 mins before the ride. With my disabled wife it wasn't very easy to say the least. The boat ride was good but we didn't see any dolphins, the crew mentioned that for such a short cruise it was difficult to spot dolphins ! Overall a less than satisfactory experience.
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68ih
Feb 11, 2024
BEWARE ! - We have just returned from a Dolphin mini cruise which can only be described as downright dangerous. All was calm in the local harbour, however once we turned the corner into open sea we were subjected to an experience from hell. The jet biosphere boat was tossed around with a ferocity that was hard to believe. With no safety equipment provided it really was a case of hanging on for dear life as the boat flew up in the air, rolled from side to side and crashed into the waves. We were subjected to this for 55 minutes as we went up the coast and then returned after which my wife was very sea sick. Needless to say, no dolphins were spotted, probably too rough for them to make an appearance. What happened to the wellbeing and duty of care for the safety of passengers? Unbelievable that Lanzarote Sea Tours allowed this to take place in these conditions, putting revenue before safety. a most horrendous excursion experience.
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Paulnmand
Jan 5, 2024
Avoid this trip - Terrible ,we were told we would go out to find dolphins but we sailed in tiny loop with no chance of any views when told we could swim in freezing sea for 1/2 hour ! Total waste of money €30 each . They will never see dolphins that close so feel they aren't being fare with the 45 customers on EACH trip , Avoid this it was tour we took by miles
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Katrinba4465gd
Nov 18, 2023
More of a party boat than a mini cruise - If you are looking for a party boat with an arrogant guide, you can safely book this tour... The fact that no dolphins were spotted was not the deciding factor for the bad rating for us. A bit of luck is involved. Even if the "search" for the dolphins was a bit questionable. What bothered us was the loud, rattling "party music", which, for us, is out of place on a boat tour like this. The "speed boat" could have picked up a bit of speed, but instead we chugged out of the harbor more slowly and then along the coast at a distance. Dolphins were not to be expected there... The view of the islands from the sea was beautiful, however. We could have done without the included "live commentary on board the boat". This was limited to arrogant phrases, some of which were rude (to the guests). There was nothing worth knowing. It was clear when booking that "explanations" on the boat were "only" given in Spanish, English and French, and this was no problem for us - at least we speak English and French fluently. But then you are not allowed to ask on the boat whether someone speaks German and would like the explanations in German. Because then a young couple happily answered "yes" - they hardly understood any English. We found the guide's answer "good for you if you speak German - I don't", combined with a malicious laugh, to be impertinent and embarrassing for the young couple. The "snorkeling experience" took place a few meters from the harbor entrance - buy a little more time before entering the harbor again... The 1.5 hour journey time was not reached either - we docked back in the harbor before the time was up. That was fine too. Then the party music came to an end. In conclusion - we made the best of it and enjoyed the view of the coast. But the ones who really have fun are those who see loud party music and questionable sayings as the highlight of their vacation...
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