Whale & Dolphin watching | Meet the dolphins in Catania

Highlights

  • Ecotour in the waters of the Gulf of Catania to spot wild dolphins, led by local cetologists with many years of experience. With the Etna volcano always dominant in the background, it will be possible to admire one or more of the major geological and naturalistic points of interest along the Catania coast (depending on the tour: Brucoli, Catania, Ognina, Aci Trezza, Santa Tecla, Santa Maria La Scala, Stazzo, Riposto, Taormina). Once aboard our boat, we will head offshore entertained by the precious information provided by marine biologists, scrutinizing the horizon and proceeding at a slow cruising speed, until we spot whales or dolphins in the Gulf. The observation of the animals will follow the code of international good conduct and the Friend of the Sea brand for which we are certified, in order to minimize the disturbance we have caused to the animals. The experts will introduce you to the dolphins listed by name during their research, and will show you their inevitable aerial behaviors while you are ready to immortalize them with photos and videos. After leaving the pack, we will return to the port of departure.

Summary

Ecotour in the waters of the Gulf of Catania to spot wild dolphins, led by local cetologists with many years of experience. With the Etna volcano always dominant in the background, it will be possible to admire one or more of the major geological and naturalistic points of interest along the Catania coast (depending on the tour: Brucoli, Catania, Ognina, Aci Trezza, Santa Tecla, Santa Maria La Scala, Stazzo, Riposto, Taormina). Once aboard our boat, we will head offshore entertained by the precious information provided by marine biologists, scrutinizing the horizon and proceeding at a slow cruising speed, until we spot whales or dolphins in the Gulf. The observation of the animals will follow the code of international good conduct and the Friend of the Sea brand for which we are certified, in order to minimize the disturbance we have caused to the animals. The experts will introduce you to the dolphins listed by name during their research, and will show you their inevitable aerial behaviors while you are ready to immortalize them with photos and videos. After leaving the pack, we will return to the port of departure.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

We are the ONLY ones to carry out eco-tourist observation of cetaceans in the Gulf of Catania, respecting the international code of good conduct approved by the Agreement for the Conservation of Cetaceans in the Black Sea, in the Mediterranean Sea and in the contiguous Atlantic areas, as well as "Friend of the Sea" certificates thanks to our low impact on the environment. Safety and professionalism in the navigation and monitoring of dolphins distinguish us, thanks to our crew always made up of technical skippers from the Italian motorboat federation and marine biologists with many years of experience in monitoring and protecting cetaceans in the Mediterranean. Your contribution will be used to support the monitoring and conservation of cetaceans in the Gulf, and will allow the disadvantaged children of Catania to be hosted on board free of charge during our events dedicated to the protection of the sea and its vulnerable species.

What’s included?

  • Binoculars and cetacean recognition cards

  • Dinghy or motor boat or sailboat rental of 7.20 m or 11 m depending on the number of passengers (with safety equipment and life jackets for all passengers)

  • Informative briefing on cetaceans and the monitored area

  • Skipper and marine biologist on board

  • Shuttle Service

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas

- Sanitization of vehicles at each embarkation - Spacing on board with reduction of available seats (one person per linear meter) - Pre-boarding thermoscanner - Use of masks and hand sanitizers - Preference to online payments - Preference to private tours - Vaccinated staff

Cancellation Policy

    All sales are final and incur 100% cancellation penalties.

Operated by:

Marecamp

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Amazing experience observing wild dolphins in the sea, guided by expert marine biologists of Marecamp.

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