Dolphin Watching from Lagos
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Dolphin Watching from Lagos
By BlueFleet - Boat Trips and Tours
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Ages 4-99, max of 24 per group
Duration: 1h 45m
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Mobile ticket
Meets animal welfare guidelines
Live guide: Portuguese, English, Spanish
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- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Professional guide
What's not included- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Start:
- Lagos Train Station, train station, Estr. de São Roque, 8600-318 Lagos, Portugal15 minutes before departure in BlueFleet Office Inside Lagos Train Station
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 55704P4- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
- Not recommended for travelers with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for children under 4 years old
- Most travelers can participate
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 24 travelers
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 55704P4
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- ecg2070 contributionsThis is a must do while in LagosWe took the 2pm tour on a beautiful afternoon in Lagos. This was a great tour. We checked out a lot of the tours before deciding on Blue Fleet. The tour was well organized. The boat was comfortable and not over crowded. The guides were informative and we had a great time. There really is not bad seat on the boat. i think there were about 16 passengers on it. The scenery is spectacular. I am so glad that we took this trip, it was a highlight of our visit to Lagos.Written October 13, 2024
- jsteffenson0 contributionsWonderful TripWe had a party of four (two couples) and were guided by George and FIA who were wonderful. They were full of information on the history, geology, weather and had some great recommendations on everything from shopping, restaurants and things to do. It was really great experience and I highly recommend it.Written October 12, 2024
- GMG99990 contributionsExcellent choice for Ponta da Piedade!Fantastic experience, and I would highly recommend Blue Fleet. Antonio and Sfia (sorry for the spelling!) were fantastic. The boat is comfortable and safe, and Antonio shared lots of helpful information. They made sure we all had a great time, plenty of time for photos. Lots of time to admire the gorgeous scenery. Very accommodating. Thank you so much!Written October 10, 2024
- torien9390 contributionsWorth every penny!Highly recommend Blue Fleet! Professional and super nice boat! Worth every penny. The captain knew so much about the history and the geography.Written October 5, 2024
- df5580 contributionsAmazing coast!Great day in the water. Our captain, Jorge was fantastic. He shared his love and knowledge of the sea with us throughout the trip. The boat was smaller and able to fit inside many caves which was amazing. He tailored the trip to what we wanted to see. That’s the beauty of the private tour. Don’t miss this experience on the Algarve coast!Written October 4, 2024
- 113bdw0 contributionsStunning sceneryMy husband and I had the pleasure of taking both the 4 hour catamaran coastal tour which included delicious appetizers, lunch, beer and wine and the 1.5hour cave tour. Both of these tours were excellent with the entire staff on both tours being outstanding. They were knowledgeable as well as very entertaining! We would highly recommend Blue Fleet tours when in Lagos.Written October 4, 2024
- LeeLaSalle0 contributionsWell done tour!Had a good time with Bruno & Gonsalo. Visited several grottos along the coast and the guides were very funny! We went at low tide, they say sometimes high tide prevents you from accessing some grottos but these guys can drive a boat! Quick easy tour to see the coast from the water after we did the walk up top. Lots of fun and recommended.Written October 3, 2024
- jessecW7290XW0 contributionsCoast Tour w/ GeorgeOur guide, George, was so great. The trip is amazing in itself. It will be amazing no matter who takes you. But we really enjoyed our time with George. The Grottos are 1000% a must see.Written October 3, 2024
- Kelly M0 contributionsMostly great…The scenery is beautiful. The captain of the boat navigated some tight spaces with a lot of skill. However I docked 1 point for a gay joke he made when passing by the nude beach. Homophobic microaggressions are not funny.Written October 2, 2024
- alexcM927FC0 contributionsFabulous tripAbsolutely fabulous day thank you to all the staff. The boat was spacious and clean (including WC). It was a smooth sailing and lovely to see the beaches and caves from the sea. We were even lucky enough to spot a lone dolphin! The food and drink was an added bonus the best way to see the sea. Would highly recommend well worth the money.Written October 2, 2024
- Climber6347020 contributionsGood experience!!Both the Captain n his mate we very good with their commentary. All areas were covered and all was beautiful. We could enter just one cave.Written September 30, 2024
- soma420 contributionsLagos adventureFantastic. Fia and Marta were a super team. Marta is an excellent captain and navigated extraordinarily well. Fia is a delight.Written September 30, 2024
- 606jacksonm0 contributionsStunning viewsThe views from the water are amazing! We went around sunset, which was slightly windy but more enjoyable because there were very few boats- highly recommend!Written September 30, 2024
- skylar640 contributionsAffordable and perfect tripPerfect boat trip to see the caves. Small boat that was able to go in and out easily. Captain and mate very nice and truly enjoyed the trip. Perfect amount of time to see what we wanted to see. Captain had great commentary along the way and recommended at wonderful restaurant up on the cliffs. Truly enjoyed the experience!!! Highly recommend.Written September 29, 2024
- donoam0 contributionsStunning and fun.This kayak experience covered the coast of Lagos which was absolutely stunning. Sam, Michael, and Captain Nono were first class. Engaged and interesting. Amazing that they can be so enthusiastic when the go out so frequently. Launched from the back of the main support boat. Nice comfortable and short ride out.Written September 29, 2024
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anaest
Vancouver, Canada1,742 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Awesome tour. We booked last min and could only get onto the afternoon tour. I read that chances of seeing the dolphins was best in the morning so didn’t have much hope. The guide also play down the chances by saying the nature is the boss! But there was a lot of dolphins, about ten of them that did a lot of stunt for us like diving, jumping, side twist, so we are delighted. These are bottle nose dolphins. Apparently they are not as social as common dolphins. The wave was quite strong and the boat trip itself was choppy and thrilling. Seeing so many dolphins was icing on the cake! Good value for money.
Written October 9, 2022
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Hello,
In the name of BlueFleet team we would like to thank for your preference and high evaluation.
The Dolphin Watching is one of our most adventurous tours, once when you go out to the open sea, you never know what you may find them.
Our team gives their best to provide quality and safety, dispite of sea and weather conditions and spoting dolphins also makes our day.
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written October 11, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Kirsty U
Lymm, UK84 contributions
Wonderful informative experience with Katerina and the skipper. We got a great view of a pod of dolphins and their baby and really interesting information about them from Katerina….. the boat was well equipped and modern and we felt very safe. This is the best company for these type of trips and their meeting point within the train station is relaxing and convenient just away from the chaos of the marina…. We’d definitely recommend this trip!
Written July 25, 2023
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Hello,
In the name of BlueFleet team we would like to thank you for your recommendation and 5-star evaluation.
Upon the Dolphin Watching activity the skippers always make a great effort to spot the mammals and then provide an experience full of remarkable moments.
Our meeting point is conveniently located inside the Train Station, whcih allows the costumers to shelter themselves until departure time. We are very costumer-oriented and like to keep our guests as comfortable as possible not only in the check-in moment, but also within the experience provided.
We are very grateful that you chose BlueFleet and look forward welcoming you back soon!
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written July 30, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Traveler2AM
Poughkeepsie, NY744 contributions
Oct 2022
Thanks, Ceasar and Inga for a wonderful tour on the catamaran! We saw, close-up, beautiful cliffs, grottos and beaches. I don't want to forget how you gave us all a choice between swimming off the boat or seeing dolphins. The entire group said dolphins. You think the dolphins were a part of a rehearsed act because they were so many sightings. At times they were jumping out of the water.
The tour is not something I will forget!
The tour is not something I will forget!
Written October 10, 2022
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Hello,
Thank you for your kind words and 5 star evaluation.
Although it is not part of the Coastal Cruise experience to watch dolphins,whenever it is possible the skippers always like to provide that bonus on the trip.
Nothing is rehearsed, just mammals on their natural habitat.
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written October 11, 2022
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Emma A
Higham Ferrers, UK5 contributions
Aug 2022 • Family
John, our marine biologist and our Captain were so very welcoming and genuinely did their best to ensure we got as up close and personal with pods of the common dolphins and they even found a small pod of bottlenose dolphins. There was a baby and mother in this pod, it was a wonderful sight to see them leap and dive together. The trip was super informative as John told us all about the dolphin lifestyle and answered our questions. I would highly recommend this trip, the boat was fab, the length of time perfect and the crew seemed to enjoy taking us all out as much as we enjoyed the experience. It was a thumbs up from my whole family.
Written August 8, 2022
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Hello,
Thank you for your kind words and 5 star rating.
Our teams always gives their best to find dolphins and provide the participants remarkable memories.
We are very grateful for your preference and recommendation.
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written August 9, 2022
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Suzanne M
Ouarzazate, Morocco12 contributions
Excellent day out on the water with 2 wonderful guides. They were determined that we should see dolphins and we did. They covered a great amount of territory to find them, but were successful — we observed a pod of ~30 dolphins swimming and performing playfully ~12 kms off the coast. It was so much fun! The ride is a bit rough, but so worth it when you see the dolphins.
Written November 15, 2022
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Hello,
Thank you for your kind words and 5 star rating.
The Dolphin Watching Trip focus to find the mammals in their natural habitat and provide the participants the chance of having an memorable experience on open seas.
This trip may be considered with "a medium degree of difficulty", which is not recommended for participants with back problems, pregnant women and children under 5 and we always draw the participants attention to these restrictions.
We are grateful for your prefrence,
Rita Rio
Written November 17, 2022
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
V v
4 contributions
May 2024 • Family
Contact with Buefleet via email went very well. Good advice and quick response.
Due to the weather forecast (stronger wind), my question was when would be best to do the dolphin trip, after which advice quickly followed and we made a successful trip with driver John and storyteller John ☺️.
We gathered in the neat little station of Lagos (with a free large parking lot next to it). There is the office where you can register, after which you can walk to the harbor with your group and the two supervisors in a few minutes. You get a life jacket and go on the boat.
You sit on a kind of speedboat with seats that you sit on like a saddle. Since we might have to sail a bit (20 minutes), the boat picked up speed a bit, which was fun. The two girls in the front caught all the wind and were a bit chilly, but luckily they were well wrapped up.
After 10 minutes we saw a group of dolphins who were catching fish very relaxed: very cool and they came close to the boat!
After a while we moved on and saw some dark shark fins!
We looked again for dolphins and turtles, but alas. On the way back we got another tour of the cliffs, which was also great fun! Then back to the port at almost full speed!
Bluefeet is highly recommended: quick contact and good guidance. Small group. They treat the animals very respectfully: keep their distance and turn off the engine.
And the supervisors indicated that they really manage to find the dolphins every day!
Due to the weather forecast (stronger wind), my question was when would be best to do the dolphin trip, after which advice quickly followed and we made a successful trip with driver John and storyteller John ☺️.
We gathered in the neat little station of Lagos (with a free large parking lot next to it). There is the office where you can register, after which you can walk to the harbor with your group and the two supervisors in a few minutes. You get a life jacket and go on the boat.
You sit on a kind of speedboat with seats that you sit on like a saddle. Since we might have to sail a bit (20 minutes), the boat picked up speed a bit, which was fun. The two girls in the front caught all the wind and were a bit chilly, but luckily they were well wrapped up.
After 10 minutes we saw a group of dolphins who were catching fish very relaxed: very cool and they came close to the boat!
After a while we moved on and saw some dark shark fins!
We looked again for dolphins and turtles, but alas. On the way back we got another tour of the cliffs, which was also great fun! Then back to the port at almost full speed!
Bluefeet is highly recommended: quick contact and good guidance. Small group. They treat the animals very respectfully: keep their distance and turn off the engine.
And the supervisors indicated that they really manage to find the dolphins every day!
Written May 8, 2024
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Hello,
Many thanks for your recommendation and for the high evaluation.
The Dolphin Watching is one of our most magical experiences once it takes on speedboat tour searching for signs of mammals in their natural environment.
We are very grateful that you decide to join Bluefleet for this experience and look forward welcoming you back soon!
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written September 14, 2024
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Chloe C
Barrie, Canada1 contribution
Jul 2023 • Couples
My boyfriend and I went out for a 9:30am dolphin watching trip and it was amazing. The staff were friendly, charismatic, and knowledgeable about the area and the animals. just when I thought we would only be getting a fun boat ride, the dolphins made their appearance. It was breath taking watching them dance around our boat to play with the propeller and in the waves behind the boat. They came close to the front and sides of the boat so everyone got a great view. Even though their we other boats in the area watching, the dolphins didn’t interact with them they way they did with ours. To finish it of, we cruised along the coast home and stopped in a cave. I can’t recommend the tour enough.
Written July 5, 2023
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Hello,
Many thanks for your 5 stars and kind words.
The speedboats allows a closer contact with the mammals, always respecting the fact that they are in their natural environment.
BlueFleet stands for respecting the mammals in their natural environment and still provide a memorable experience.
We are very grateful that you have choosen BlueFleet and look forward welcoming you back soon!
Kind Regards,
Rita Rio
Written July 7, 2023
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Michelle G
1 contribution
Jun 2023 • Friends
The trip itself was amazing. We saw several dolphins and the boat ride was really fun. I’m giving this two stars though because of how unprofessional one of the staff was. He was very clearly eyeing my friend and I at check-in and then went out of his way after the trip to look up her personal information and text her. This is so inappropriate and as two young girls traveling alone, it made us feel very unsafe knowing he now had our personal information.
Written June 19, 2023
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Mistificatore
Munich, Germany13 contributions
Aug 2020
Our trip was great. Everything with Bluefleet went fine and we enjoyed the tour. At first I thought we won't see any dolphins because it took us a 30 min ride till we were that far offshore to get close to them.
I was really happy that it was not too crowded and the boats (3 all together) didn't chase the dolphins. They were swimming around us and had no fear or felt uncomfortable so they stayed a while with us before swimming somewhere else.
I was really happy that it was not too crowded and the boats (3 all together) didn't chase the dolphins. They were swimming around us and had no fear or felt uncomfortable so they stayed a while with us before swimming somewhere else.
Written September 1, 2020
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Hello,
Thank you for your high evaluation!
Our skippers always give their best to provide an excelent experience to our costumers.
We are glad to hear that you had a good time with us.
Kindest Regards,
Rita Rio (Bluefleet)
Written September 2, 2020
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Floriane B
1 contribution
Sep 2023 • Couples
We booked a dolphin watching tour and everything was perfect! We had booked the same activity the day before and due to a problem with our car we were not able to go that day. We called the agency and they kindly offered to move our reservation to the next day at no extra cost. During the boat trip, the captain and guide were very friendly and we had the chance to see around thirty dolphins which we followed for a while.
Really doing it was incredible!
Thank you to the entire blue fleet team for their professionalism.
Really doing it was incredible!
Thank you to the entire blue fleet team for their professionalism.
Written September 28, 2023
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Salut,
Merci beaucoup pour vos aimables paroles et pour l'évaluation 5 étoiles.
Notre équipe travaille toujours pour offrir un service orienté client et une bonne humeur à bord.
L'observation des dauphins est une expérience très magique, une fois que nous ne savons jamais où ils se trouvent.
Nous sommes très reconnaissants de votre préférence et nous nous réjouissons de vous accueillir à nouveau bientôt.
Cordialement,
Rita Rio
Written October 11, 2023
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not of Tripadvisor LLC.
Gibt es eine Garantie Delfine zu sehen? Das heißt, gibt es eine Rückerstattung, wenn keine gesichtet werden? Vielen Dank!
Written October 5, 2023
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