Worldwide · TOUR REVIEWS
One list, every coast. The 15 below are the trips worth planning around, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath when you want to compare a single harbour in detail.
Review of Tenerife’s ethical eco-yacht whale and dolphin tour from Los Cristianos, with swimming, snorkeling, the Cave of Love, and practical tips.
“Great experience! The tour guides were really nice and courteous! I would definitely recommend this tour!”
Review of Los Cristianos no-chase whale safari, with pilot whales, dolphins, guides, boat details, value, practical tips, and drawbacks.
“Very pleasant and interesting couple of hours. Saw plenty of dolphins and pilot whales.”
Review of Reykjavík whale watching in Faxaflói Bay, with practical tips on wildlife, boats, guides, weather, price, and what to expect.
“An amazing morning whale watching - we were lucky enough to see 2 humpback whales and lots of seals! Maria, our guide, was very knowledgeable and friendly. Even when we were looking for (and unfortunately not finding) more animals, she chatted away about the scenery and sea birds. The views themselves, especially at sunrise, make this a lovely thing to do but the whales coming very close to the boat made it exceptional! Also, the hot chocolate is so so good, and very reasonable!”
Review of Madeira’s 3-hour eco catamaran cruise, with hybrid engines, dolphin and whale spotting, coastal views, and practical tips.
“Pleasant and knowledgeable crew: We saw dolphins and Pilot whales!”
See humpback whales from Juneau on a 3.5-hour Alaska Tales cruise with harbor transfers, heated cabins, outdoor decks, snacks, and a whale guarantee.
“What’s a whale watching adventure after the whales migrate out of the area? It’s a little boat ride out. It’s a little boat ride back. Fortunately for us, it was a beautiful day. And the crew was delightful.”
Review of Juneau’s Mendenhall Glacier and whale-watching tour, with timing, value, wildlife odds, transport tips, and what to expect.
“We enjoyed both the Mendenhall Glacier and Whale Watching, the shuttle driver was very knowledgeable and informative. Whale watching with Michelle, Ash and Taylor was great we saw many whales from a distance and had three come up very close to our boat.”
Review of Madeira’s Seaborn catamaran cruise, with dolphin and whale watching, Cabo Girão views, swimming, prices, tips, and practical details.
“The boat is amazing and the crew were top! We saw dolphins and swam and the ocean. Thank you for the great experience. 🙏😊”
Review of Costa Adeje’s eco-cruise for whale and dolphin watching, swimming, food, drinks, sea views, and practical booking tips.
“Amazing whale watching experience! The tour was well organized, and the crew was professional, friendly, and very knowledgeable. They shared interesting facts throughout the trip and made sure everyone felt safe and comfortable. We were lucky to see several whales up close, which was absolutely unforgettable. The boat was clean and spacious, and the whole experience exceeded our expectations. Highly recommended for anyone visiting the area!”
Review of Vancouver’s 5-hour whale-watching catamaran tour, with wildlife, free photos, heated cabins, guides, tips, and honest value advice.
“It was wonderful to sit back and enjoy the afternoon, watching whales, both orcas and humpbacks, seals and sea lions without having to take photos, knowing that photos of the trip would be emailed to us. It allowed me to be "in the moment". Megan, our guide, was not only knowledgeable, but she had a great sense of humor! What a wonderful excursion!”
See humpback, fin, and minke whales from Boston Harbor with New England Aquarium naturalists, outdoor decks, and comfortable indoor seating.
“Absolutely brilliant- whales breaching for fun all around! Basking shark following our boat for ages and highly informative guide. Best tour we have been on!”
Review of the Los Gigantes whale and dolphin cruise, with cliffs, a swim stop, cold drink, practical tips, value, and what to expect.
“A nice boat trip with skilled skippers. We saw pilot whales and dolphins.The Los Gigantes cliffs where impressive.It is worth going!”
Review of Gloucester’s Cape Ann whale watch: a fast catamaran, naturalist guides, Stellwagen Bank, wildlife tips, price, and practical advice.
“Definitely go again ‼️ beautiful, scenic boat ride , Glouster is such a fun area to visit and the campground was nice!”
Review of Tromsø’s hybrid-electric whale tour, with whale sightings, fjord scenery, onboard comfort, timing, price, and practical tips.
“The boarding went smoothly, obviously there is a little bit of anxiety of people trying to find seats, you will share the tables with other people and that’s fine. We were lucky with great weather, the boat didn’t rock much, just on a small part of the way there. We got to see orcas and humpbacks, we had a great day! Make sure you wear warm layers to stay outside.”
Watch dolphins and whales from Morro Jable, enjoy drinks and a Jandía swim stop, and get practical tips on timing, transport, and value.
“A very enjoyable activity, the pick up and drop off was incredible. The boat was clean and the guide explained through everything perfectly. We did spot dolphins on our trip there which was a bonus, this can’t be guaranteed as you are out looking for wild dolphins however they communicate with other boats so the chance is increased. The swim in the sea was also lovely and you get to swim around the boat. Highly recommend.”
Review of Ponta Delgada whale watching, with boat choices, seasonal sightings, practical tips, pricing, and advice for choosing your trip.
“Staff were helpful, friendly and knowledgeable, made the trip so much more. We were on the water for 3 hours and had multiple dolphin sightings, and a Sei whale for good measure. Boat was pretty full, and everyone wants the best view so choose your seats accordingly.”
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