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Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

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Malaga, Spain
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1 hour 40 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Watch dolphins in the wild with an audited 88% sighting rate — one of the highest on the Costa del Sol. You’ll sail on one of our two vessels, the New Magic (our 2026 catamaran) or the Starfish Dos, with a crew of 2–3: the captain and a lookout scan the sea with binoculars and coordinate by radio with the rest of the port’s fleet, while two crew members on deck point out bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles and sunfish the moment they appear.

As a Blue Flag–certified company and MITECO licence holder, we approach quietly and keep our distance. No two routes are the same — we follow the dolphins, past the Bil-Bil Castle one day, toward La Carihuela the next — with an onboard audio guide telling the story of the coast. Bar serving cold drinks, coffee, snacks and ice cream. In summer, a 15-minute swim stop, with the New Magic’s water slide. Pioneers in accessible tourism: tactile lines and 3D figures aboard the New Magic.

What's Included

  • Audios sobre fauna a bordo y explicaciones de la tripulación durante el avistamiento
  • WiFi on board
  • Integral System for Tourism Quality in Destination (SICTED)
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    Meeting Location

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    Calle La Fragata
    6, 29630 Benalmádena, Málaga, Spain

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    Costasol Cruceros (pass by)

    Disfrutarán de una navegación en catamarán por el Mar de Alborán, a lo largo de la Costa del Sol, en una experiencia pensada para observar delfines en libertad y conocer el entorno marino desde el mar.Durante el recorrido, el barco puede tomar distintas direcciones —hacia Fuengirola, mar abierto o Málaga— en función de las condiciones del mar y de la localización de los cetáceos. Este factor hace que cada salida sea diferente, permitiendo descubrir distintos paisajes costeros y puntos de interés desde una perspectiva única.A bordo, la tripulación ofrece información básica sobre la fauna marina y el entorno natural, promoviendo una navegación respetuosa y de bajo impacto ambiental. La experiencia se realiza en una embarcación certificada con Bandera Azul, comprometida con la educación ambiental y la sostenibilidad.La duración habitual del paseo es de aproximadamente 100 minutos, aunque puede variar ligeramente según la localización de los delfines y las condiciones de navegación.
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    Benalmadena (pass by)

    Desde el mar se pueden contemplar distintos puntos emblemáticos de la costa de Benalmádena y Fuengirola, como el Castillo de El-Bil-Bil, la Estupa Budista, antiguas torres vigía y extensas playas mediterráneas.
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    Castillo de El-Bil-Bil (pass by)

    Navegando frente a Benalmádena Costa, los viajeros pueden ver desde el mar este conocido edificio de inspiración árabe, uno de los iconos más reconocibles del litoral.
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    Stupa of Enlightenment Benalmádena (pass by)

    Durante el recorrido costero, es posible observar a lo lejos la Estupa Budista, uno de los monumentos más singulares de la zona por su ubicación elevada y simbolismo cultural.
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    Torremuelle (pass by)

    El paseo permite identificar antiguas torres de vigilancia construidas para la defensa de la costa, visibles desde el mar y testigos del pasado defensivo del litoral.
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    Gran Madrid Casino Torrequebrada (pass by)

    En algunas rutas, el catamarán navega frente a Torrequebrada, donde se distingue el casino y la transición entre costa natural y urbana.
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    La Carihuela (pass by)

    Cuando la ruta se dirige hacia Málaga, los viajeros pueden ver la playa de la Carihuela y el perfil costero de Torremolinos desde el mar.
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    Paseo De Maritimo Torremolinos (pass by)

    Mejillonera de Torremolinos. En determinadas salidas se observan instalaciones de cultivo marino, que forman parte de la actividad tradicional ligada al mar en esta zona.
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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • The company reserves the right to cancel or modify schedules due to weather conditions or technical reasons.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions (9)

    Q: Will I get seasick on Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-150057P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Audios sobre fauna a bordo y explicaciones de la tripulación durante el avistamiento
    • WiFi on board
    • Integral System for Tourism Quality in Destination (SICTED)
    • Bar a bordo con bebidas, café, snacks y helados disponibles para compra.
    • Restroom on board
    • Blue Flag for sustainable boating tourism operator

    Additional Info

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • The company reserves the right to cancel or modify schedules due to weather conditions or technical reasons.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 100 travelers

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