The 11 Dolphin Watching Tours in the World That Earn Their Price

1.Pula: Dolphin&Sunset Cruise in Brijuni with Dinner&Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,010 reviews · 3 hours · from $64Our pick

Join the Europa for a three-hour cruise from Pula around Brijuni National Park. Guides such as Lucia, Laura, Dominic, and Martina share local stories while the crew searches for dolphins. You get dinner, wine, soft drinks, water, and sunset views, with indoor and open-deck seating.

“Very nice trip, we were able to see some dolphins 🐬 the crew was very kind and helpful! Food maybe simple, but fish was very very good. A lot of drinks included in price. Only be careful with steep stairs, it can be risky to go down for some people.”

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2.Pula: National Park Brijuni Island Visit & Dolphin Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 788 reviews · 5h 30m · from $76

Cruise from Pula with a multilingual guide, stopping at St. Jerolim for swimming and snorkeling before circling Brijuni National Park. Unlimited wine, water, and soft drinks are included. Dinner is ordered separately, and guides such as Mario or Larissa add lively local context.

“Commentary about the islands and the scenery, in 3 different languages, was outstanding! Food was terrific. Swimming time was perfect. The sunset magnificent! We did not see any dolphins, but the captain was looking….not their fault. Truly wonderful!!”

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3.Fazana: dolphin safari and sightseeing in Brijuni at sunset

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 763 reviews · 2 hours · from $41

From Fazana, you’ll cruise aboard the 50-person Kristina through Brijuni National Park while the captain searches for dolphins. Expect a friendly Croatian, English, or German-speaking guide, a soft drink, clear sea views, and a sunset return. Dolphin sightings are common but not guaranteed.

“very nice staff and respectful drivning. plus we saw dolphines. i recommend”

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4.Fantastic DOLPHIN & SUNSET TOUR with dinner ( Pula-NP BRIJUNI )

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 618 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $66Top rated

Sail from Pula to Brijuni National Park on a three-hour evening cruise with grilled fish or meat, salad, bread, wine, juice, and water included. You’ll see all 14 islands from the sea, look for wild dolphins near the no-fishing zone, and return beneath Pula’s colorful Lighting Giants.

“Great experience on a comfortable ship with friendly staff, delicious food and we saw plenty of dolphins swimming”

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5.Pula: Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 607 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Join a traditional wooden boat from Pula for a three-hour evening cruise around Brijuni National Park. Search for wild dolphins, watch the sunset, and choose mackerel, chicken, or a vegetarian dinner. Croatian, English, German, and Italian support is available, with drinks included.

“The whole tour was excellent. We get to see many dolphins. The dinner was so tasty and well prepared. Our captain kept sharing information about the surrounding islands and other relevant information. On a whole a 10/10 tour, definitely recommended. 😊”

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6.Pula: Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 511 reviews · from $58

Sail from Pula on the Ananda catamaran, pass the Roman amphitheater and Uljanik’s Lighting Giants, then search for dolphins near Brijuni National Park. Selma and the crew share local information while you enjoy fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner, unlimited wine, and sunset views.

“it was such a joy being on the boat, watching the dolphins+being around such a friendly crew. the food was really really good - theres fish, meat + veggies, so for every diet the right option - + the wine kept flowing. the sunset was gorgeous+ all those dolphing, just magical. thx.”

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7.Pula: Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 434 reviews · 3 hours · from $55

Sail from Pula along the Fažana coast and Brijuni National Park for three hours of dolphin watching, wildlife viewing, sunset scenery, and guided commentary. Your fare includes wine, soft drinks, water, binoculars, and a route map. Dinner is available to order before departure.

“This is a lovely excursion, the fish dish was gorgeous, lots of wine & soft drinks, the jaunt is really relaxing on the boat & seeing the Dolphins was a bonus, its a great excursion to do in Pula”

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8.Noosa: Epic Ocean Kayak with Dolphins & 4WD Beach Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 247 reviews · 6 hours · from $118

From The J Noosa, guides including Vince and Tyron take you by ferry and 4WD along Noosa North Shore to Double Island Point. Paddle around Honeymoon Bay and the lighthouse, with chances to see dolphins, turtles, stingrays, seabirds, and humpback whales from June to November.

“Super fun! Super cool driving on the beach & I saw lot of Dolphins up close while kayaking. The soldier crabs were an added bonus.”

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9.Pula: Brijuni Dolphins Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 196 reviews · 3 hours · from $64

Join Ana’s crew aboard the spacious Arena for a three-hour sunset cruise from Pula along the Brijuni coastline. Enjoy a fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner, unlimited wine, juice, and water, live guiding in four languages, and a chance to spot wild dolphins.

“A wonderful trip from Pula! Watching dolphins in their natural habitat was an unforgettable experience. The atmosphere on board was excellent, with friendly staff and great service. Highly recommended!”

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10.Fazana: Dolphin Finder in Brijuni islands Safari with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 88 reviews · from $34Best value

Join a multilingual guide in Fažana for a two-hour sunset cruise toward Brijuni National Park. You will search for bottlenose dolphins, enjoy Adriatic views, and return with dinner, unlimited soft drinks, Wi-Fi, and a private table for groups of three or more.

“There was no guide The food was ok but not a meal A guide who told us what we saw on the way would be ok”

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11.Brijuni Islands: Sunset & Dolphins private boat tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 46 reviews · 1h 30m

From Fažana, your English-speaking skipper takes your private group toward Brijuni National Park, then searches the open sea for dolphins as the sun sets. You may also spot tuna, flying fish, or deer. The boat holds up to six, and warm clothing is wise.

“Un très agréable et émouvant moment à vivre en famille”

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