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The Original Dolphin Safari

Marina Bay, 6 The Square, Gibraltar
00350 20071914
Ranked #1 of 7 tours in Gibraltar
5.0 of 5 stars 55 Reviews
Type: Tours
Traveler Description: The Original Dolphin Safari   The three main questions visitors ask are: 1.  Are there really dolphins in Gibraltar?   Yes, Gibraltar has an... more »
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Bruck an der Mur, Austria
Senior Reviewer
9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
2 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

After getting pestered in the street by both competing companies we chose this one because my brother was allowed to smoke on the boat. We knocked them down from £25 to£15 which was just as well considering we didn't see anything at all. No dolphins, no whales, (this puts us outside the 98% guarantee) and the spectacular view of the... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
May 22, 2012

We do not sell tickets for £15! As we have absolutely no record of the description of your visit I find your post suspicious and have reported it under the heading of posted by a competitor. Having said that, for the information of future visitors, so they know what to expect please see below: All passengers and visitors are briefed... More

Derbyshire
Senior Contributor
27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
30 helpful votes 30 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 21, 2012 NEW

Went out for what turned out to be 3 hours whilst the crew tried to find the dolphins, but they found 3 sperm whales, one stayed by the boat for about 5 mins it was very special More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
May 22, 2012

Really jealous that I wasn't on that trip, the whale sightings are very, very rare but we always keep a look out for whales. Thank you so much for posting your review. As we always brief passengers as we come out of 'No Do' season there is a greater chance of no dolphins and a greater than usual but slim... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 18, 2012

  I was stopping in Estepona for the week and a friend of mine, Becky, who was marrying in Gibraltar on 12 May had told me about this. Me, Vicky, Claire and Kennedy had always intended on coming over to Gib for the day and luckily for us Becky decided to 'Tag along'. She had previously been on a Dolphin... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
May 19, 2012

Thank you so much for taking the time to write your review and we all hope that Becky's wedding in Gibraltar was a magical one. It was a pleasure to have you all on the boat and so glad that you weren't deterred by comments from certain people in a certain bar. It is a competitive industry and we all... More

Hastings
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5 reviews 5 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012
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Friends got in ahead of me to review our recent trip, but I thought I'd just add my 2ps worth as the bride de jour. I'd just like to thank Fiona and the crew for making a major contribution to what really was a perfect day. Her help and enthusiasm when organising the trip was very much appreciated - and... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
May 6, 2012

Thank you so much for your kind review. I love doing the weddings and we all get quite stressed that they run smoothly as it is someones big day, so it is a pleasure to hear that you enjoyed it. Fiona More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2012

We went as a group party. A wedding party. Thank you for organising a perfect trip for our friends Paul & Christine. More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
May 1, 2012

Hi Chris, we are so glad you enjoyed your sunset cruise on your wedding day. You looked absolutely gorgeous and it was a lovely trip. We got some photos of you and all your guests which I'm posting up on Tripadvisor. You are welcome anytime and congratulations to you both. Fiona More

Lincoln, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 10, 2012

We went on the trip on 2nd april, it was wet and raining, but the children loved getting wet at the front of the boat.The crew went over and above to find dolphins, and finally did - it was amazing - one of the best experiences of my life! Graham was also an great tour guide - We would recommend... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
April 11, 2012

Thank you so much for posting a review, really glad you enjoyed it, even if it was a bit wet. Graham will be very pleased to hear your kind words, he works so hard on the boat, as do all the crew, but I will make sure he gets to read your review. Many thanks. Fiona More

Swadlincote, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

The Dolphin Safari was a truly amazing experience.Even though we took the trip in early April and the weather was not on our side (cold windy and raining) The Trip went ahead as planned and the crew perservered until they found Dolphins.Thankyou all so much for such an experience we would recommend it to anyone . More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
April 7, 2012

Thank you very much for taking the time to post your review, from the bottom of our hearts. Fiona More

cumbria
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

We were staying in the Marina Village itself just up from the departure point so passed by the boat every day. As a result the guy who is on the dock touting for business had a chat with us each time we passed trying to encourage us to go (he was never overbearing & we were quite happy to spend... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
April 7, 2012

Thank you so much for sharing your experience. I will make sure that Valentino gets to read it as well as all of the crew. It is so good to hear that you enjoyed the trip. March and April are challenging times for sales, office, crew and sometimes customers as there are less dolphins during this time and they are... More

somerset united kingdom
2 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 6, 2012

fantastic trip, would recommend to friends, will definitely go again More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
April 7, 2012

Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased you enjoyed it. Fiona More

Cardiff, United Kingdom
2 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 4, 2012

What an amazing afternoon looking for dolphins etc in the bay and then out into the Gibraltar Straights. And yes we saw several dolphin pods who were busy chasing fish. The crew ensured we had a lifejacket drill and where they are located, very important ! There was no doubt the crew were professional and determined to find the dolphins... More

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Dolphin-Safari, Owner at The Original Dolphin Safari, responded to this review
April 9, 2012

Thank you so much for your kind review. I remember your visit and we are all so pleased you enjoyed yourselves. I hope you had a lovely time seeing some of the other sights in Gibraltar too. Fiona More

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