The 13 Best Dolphin Watching Tours in Golfo Aranci

1.Eco-Friendly Dolphin Watching Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,846 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41Our pick

Watch wild bottlenose dolphins near Figarolo Island on a small eco-friendly boat from Golfo Aranci, with guides, drinks, and striking coastal views.

“It was a very nice experience watching the dolphins in their natural habitat! Andrea is a really nice and good informed guide she could answer every question and more. Maui is a good captain and very nice as well :) We were really lucky to see also 2 dolphin baby’s. As a family of four we can really recommend the excursion! Thank you for this experience”

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2.Kayak Tour with Dolphins and Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,731 reviews · 2.5 - 3 hours · from $53

Paddle Golfo Aranci with marine biologists, snorkel near Cala Moresca, spot wild dolphins, and enjoy a Sardinian aperitif on Figarolo Island.

“The whole experience was wonderful! Great guide, delicious appetizers, happy time while kayaking, snorkeling and watching the sunset! I didn’t spot the dolphins, but the experience was great! Highly recommend!”

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3.Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 432 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $53

Review of Olbia’s 2.5-hour dolphin and snorkeling trip, with Figarolo Island, Cala Moresca, small groups, pricing, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“excellent trip, family friendly and very easy to get from port to activity”

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4.Small group Kayak tour with Aperitif &dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 253 reviews · 3 hours · from $58Top rated

Paddle Golfo Aranci in a small group, snorkel at Cala Moresca, enjoy Sardinian treats on Figarolo, and watch for dolphins.

“Philipp was a fantastic host. The whole experience was phenomenal and definitely the highlight of our trip. We would absolutely do this activity again if we’re ever in Golfo Aranci again!”

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5.traditional or transparent kayaks, dolphins, and aperitifs

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 178 reviews · 3 hours · from $45

Review of Golfo Aranci’s kayak, dolphin, snorkeling, and Sardinian aperitif tour, with practical advice on kayaks, timing, price, and suitability.

“We had an amazing encounter with dolphins, jumping and playing really close to us!! then headed to an island for snorkeling and exploring. After kayaking back, we were received with delicious local snacks and drinks. Great staff, nice people and easy to do.”

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6.Sunset Dolphin Kayak Tour with Aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 88 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $65

Paddle Sardinia’s coast at sunset, snorkel in clear water, spot Mediterranean dolphins, and enjoy a traditional aperitif from $65.

“Gut war: - Am Schluss die Fahrt zu den Delphinen. - Der Imbiss auf einer der ersten Inseln - Schnorcheln war toll. Besser sein könnte: - Die Beschilderung der Location - Es wurde zu wenig in Englisch erklärt, je nach Guide nur Italienisch. - Bei der Anmeldung wurde ich mehrfach weggeschickt, da keiner den Voucher erkannt oder akzeptiert hat. - Es gab nur ein 3er-Kajak, obwohl bei der Anmeldung klar erkennbar war, dass mehrere „3er“-Familien kommen werden.”

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7.Dolphins: Dolphin Watching Tour and Capo Figari by Raft

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 75 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Sardinia dolphin watching by raft, with Capo Figari cliffs, Cala Moresca swimming, mouflons, and a strong value at $41.

“This tour was dangerous and poorly managed. Before boarding, my mother stepped on an exposed hole at the boat entrance and suffered a foot cut with bleeding. We were the last to board and all seats at the back and middle were taken, only the front seats were left. The crew told us not to sit there because of strong waves, and told us to sit on the edge of the boat and “hold onto the railing” for an hour, even after we explained my mother was injured and unable to support herself like that. I explained captain again we have to sit on seats because of the bleeding foot…”

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8.Hydrobike Experience with Aperitif & Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 70 reviews · 3 hours · from $65

Pedal Golfo Aranci at sunrise, watch for dolphins, snorkel, and enjoy a Sardinian breakfast or aperitif with marine biologists.

“très bon moment avec la découverte de l'hydro bike, très stable sur l'eau malgré les vaguelettes, le guide, Manu, très sympathique, maitrise son sujet, et il est vraiment biologiste marin, nous a montré quelques espèces lors de la partie snorkelling, explique tout sans problème, top ! apéritif sur l'île en face, manque juste du prosecco pour ceux qui ne sont pas trop bière, et tour de l'élevage piscicole pour observer les dauphins que nous avons eu la chance de voir en nombre, même un renard s'est invité a l'excursion pendant le snorkelling, bref je recommande, merci Manu”

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9.Sup with dolphins, aperitif & photo shoot

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 55 reviews · from $62

Paddle Golfo Aranci with dolphins, swim at Figarolo, enjoy Sardinian food, and receive free photos on this beginner-friendly SUP tour.

“Fantastic activity - great views and very welcoming tour guides! As it was our first time on a SUP, we have received a detailed explanation on how to navigate on the SUP (multiple beginners so it was no problem at all) . We were then heading to a nice beach as well as to a second stop for some Aperativ & home made food which was delicious. Highlight was watching the wild dolphins & the sunset! The tour guides also ensured that multiple pictures of our trip and videos! Can't wait to see them shortly. Great trip and we highly recommend to do it again!”

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10.Sunrise Dolphin Kayak Tour with Breakfast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 39 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $71

Review of Golfo Aranci’s sunrise kayak tour, with dolphins, snorkeling, Figarolo Island, Cala Moresca, and a beach breakfast.

“Un super moment avec nos 3 guides ! Merci à eux ! Francesco vraiment gentil ! Nous avons vu les dauphins. Même si on aurait aimé les voir de plus prêt, c'était chouette ! Le petit déjeuner était bon (petits gâteaux secs, gâteaux sardes, café, jus de fruit). Il manque un petit truc en plus, qui pourrait rendre ce moment encore plus spécial. De la musique, plus d'échanges avec les guides, manque un peu d'ambiance... Une expérience quand-même positive !”

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11.Small group, german guided Kayak tour&Dolphins

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 35 reviews · 3 hours · from $58

Review of Golfo Aranci’s small-group kayak tour, with snorkeling, Sardinian snacks, and dolphin watching near Figarolo.

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12.Dolphin Kayak Safari at Sunset at Golfo Aranci

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 26 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Kayak Golfo Aranci at sunset, watch for dolphins, snorkel near Isola di Figarolo, and enjoy a beginner-friendly Sardinian outing.

“Delphintour gebucht, Tag davor auf Folgetag verschoben, dann eine Stunde vor Beginn Ablegestelle verlagert, von der aus nur eine Landschaftstour aus möglich war. Keine Delphine, dafür 200km Aufwand für Anreise unserer Familie und große Enttäuschung. Schade.”

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13.Golfo Aranci tour SUP Paddleboard Dolphin watching, aperitif

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 hours · from $68

Paddle across Golfo Aranci to Cala Moresca and Figarolo Island, watch for dolphins, swim, snorkel, and enjoy Sardinian food for $68.

“We had the greatest privilege to learn to paddle on a SUP with Aloysia and Dario in this amazing place. As other reviews said, the chances to see dolphins are high since one tours near and around a fish farm and we did see many from very close which was magical. The location was beyond stunning. Aloysia and Dario prepared a wonderful aperitivo with excellent food and wine which we ate on the SUP at sunset. It is definitely a very special experience which we highly recommend. It is a fantastic way to see the area and the dolphins! Aloysia and Dario are also very kind and fun. We thank…”

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