Dolphin Watching Cruises Around the World: The 11 Best

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

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

Join a three-hour evening cruise from Pula aboard Europa, a roomy double-deck boat limited to 100 guests. Look for dolphins around Brijuni National Park, listen to local stories in English, German, or Croatian, and enjoy fish, chicken, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited wine, soft drinks, and water. Guides such as Lucia and Dominik have helped make special occasions memorable.

“Great experience: boat on the beautiful sea; glimpses of dolphins; definitely glad to have chosen the fish option (tasty and substantial, with basic accompaniments). A good experience for the price. Very enjoyable. Staff friendly and pleasant. Not much of a commentary (which could be something to develop); even when passing Tito's building, no mention. But, all things considered, would go again and would recommend to friends.”

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2.Brijuni National Park Sunset, Dolphins & Dinner Cruise

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

Set out from Pula on a traditional wooden boat for three hours around Brijuni National Park. Your crew serves mackerel, chicken, or a vegetarian dinner, with unlimited water, orange juice, and white wine. You will hear live commentary in several languages, watch for wild dolphins, and return past Pula Arena after dark.

“It was awesome! Sea and dinner was great, dolphins too. Staff was very nice and pleasant. Totally recommend”

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3.Dolphin Sunset Cruise to Brijuni with Dinner & Drinks

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

Sail from Pula aboard the uncrowded Ananda catamaran, pass the Roman arena and Uljanik’s illuminated cranes, then search for dolphins near Brijuni National Park. Enjoy a simple meat, fish, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited red and white wine and soft drinks. Selma and the crew add friendly service and local context.

“The ride itself was wonderful and the crew was really nice. We got to see some dolphins which was actually really amazing but my disappointment was the dinner and drinks: I had fried chicken which was served with a cabbage salat and bread, no real side dish, and only alcoholic drinks available were red wine and beer- the description of the tour advertised a bigger variety of drinks.”

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4.National Park Brijuni Dolphin Cruise with Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 423 reviews · from $67

Set sail from Pula along the coast toward Fažana and Brijuni National Park. Your guide explains the sea and park as you search for dolphins, then dinner is served with unlimited white wine, mineral water, Coca-Cola, and Fanta while the sun sets.

“It was really great boat tour! We saw many dolphins and had tasty dinner onboard with drinks included. Guide told us about places we saw on the way. Lovely!”

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5.Dolphin Watching Sunset Cruise with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 351 reviews · from $65

Board the Orion Travel boat Ariete in Pula for a three-hour sunset cruise toward Brijuni National Park. The captain searches for dolphins while you enjoy a choice of mackerel, pljeskavice, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited wine, water, and soft drinks. Return past Pula’s illuminated Lighting Giants.

“It was the best experience, really. We saw around 20 dolfins jumping out of the water, we were so lucky. But even if we hadn't seen dolphins, the trip would have been worth it, because the sunset was very beautiful. It was very enjoyable after a very sunny day, that we could travel in a boat with wind and very great weather. Also, the food was very delicious. It's not worth missing it, if you're in Pula.”

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6.Brijuni Dolphins Sunset Cruise with Dinner and Drinks

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

Join Ana’s Arena boat from Pula for a three-hour sunset cruise along Brijuni National Park. Enjoy a fish, meat, or vegetarian Istrian dinner, unlimited wine, juice, and water, and keep watch for dolphins in the wild. The boat has three terraces, a sundeck, bar, two toilets, and guides in English, German, Italian, and Croatian.

“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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7.Sunset Dolphin Cruise with Dinner – Medulin Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 157 reviews · from $45Best value

Set sail from Medulin Harbour with Tajana & Zlatni Rat Excursions for a three-hour sunset cruise through the archipelago. You will pass Cape Kamenjak and Porer Lighthouse, watch for wild dolphins, and enjoy a freshly prepared fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner with unlimited wine, beer, water, and juice. Guides speak Croatian, English, and German.

“It was beautiful to see the dolphins. there were a lot of dolphins and they swim close to the boat. The sunset is beautiful to. The boat trip is fun, with the different views, even if you not see any dolphin.”

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8.Dinner Cruise with Dolphin Watching from Cape May

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 57 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Cruise from Cape May into Delaware Bay for about two hours, with dinner, sunset views, wildlife narration, and a chance to see dolphins or whales. You’ll pass the Cape May Lighthouse, beaches, and a 1,000-acre nature preserve. The boat holds up to 100 people, and parking at Miss Chris Marina is included.

“The crew was wonderful, the captain was very knowledgeable, the food was delicious, the sunset was gorgeous.. we enjoyed our evening and loved making memories”

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9.BIG Sunset Cruise – Dinner & Dolphin Watching in Guam

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · from $129

You’ll cruise Guam’s coast on a 53-foot catamaran for about two hours, with an all-you-can-eat BBQ, unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, sunset views, dolphin watching, dancing, and coconut leaf weaving. Hotel pickup is offered, and a VIP upgrade adds private dinner seating beside the captain.

“Great cruise! We saw flying fish, spinner dolphins, black tip sharks, a spectacular sunset, and a fantastic full moonrise! The food was good, too! 👍👍”

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10.Hilton Head Island: Dolphin Watching 3-Course Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 28 reviews · from $70

Cruise Hilton Head’s Intracoastal waters aboard the Spirit of Harbour Town for a fresh three-course dinner, island views, and a chance to spot wild Atlantic bottlenose dolphins. Choose upper or lower deck seating, hear local stories from the captain, and pass Daufuskie Island during this family-friendly evening outing.

“Sustains: Captain and crew were timely and courteous. Food was delicious. Improves: secure the pads on the benches on upper deck better, they blew off when the wind picked up. Better secure the table cloths to the tables on upper deck.”

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11.Dolphin-Watching Cruise at Sunset with Dinner & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · from $62Top rated

Join Galeb’s three-hour cruise from Riječki gat toward Brijuni National Park. You’ll see the 14 islands from the sea, eat fish, meat, or vegetarian dinner, and look for dolphins in their evening feeding area. Wine, water, and orange juice are included. Bring a sweatshirt, since the ride can feel cool after sunset.

“celá plavba lodí neměla žádnou chybu, personál příjemný, loď čistá, jídlo výborné a hlavně zážitek s delfíny byl nezapomenutelným”

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