2 Wildlife Boat Trips Around the Mediterranean Worth Booking

1.Pula: Brijuni Islands Dolphin Watching & Wildlife Cruise

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

Sail from Pula along the coast toward Fažana and Brijuni National Park, using onboard binoculars to search for dolphins. Your guide explains the park and coastline while the crew serves unlimited white wine, mineral water, and soft drinks. A dinner menu can be ordered before departure. Expect a relaxed sunset cruise, scenic views, and a real chance of seeing dolphins.

“The ride is very scenic with plenty of dolphins along the sunset in the backdrop. The guide was also very nice and accomodated our little dog in the most helpful manner.”

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2.From Nidri: Marine Wildlife Cruise with Lunch and Swim Stops

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 109 reviews · 7.5 hours · from $82Top rated

Join a maximum of 15 passengers aboard the wooden boat Agios Nikolaos for a 7.5-hour cruise from Nidri. Guides such as Ben, Sonia, Harry, and marine biologist Marieta lead snorkeling at seagrass meadows, beaches, and underwater caves, with a BBQ lunch, drinks, and gear included.

“It was the best day of our stay in Lefkada. The captain, Ben who was the tour guide and Marieta, the marine biologist, were very friendly, informative and professional. They were making sure that everyone in the boat felt safe and comfortable. We visited beautiful places to do snorkelling, visited nice caves, nice beaches, stopped in Meganisi (Vathy) for ice cream. We had the chance to see many fishes and marine life. Food was delicious too. We booked the big boats in the past, but if you want something more intimate, personalised, more informative and do proper snorkelling, this is far a much better experience. I even learnt good techniques…”

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