Gibraltar and Dolphin Watching Excursion from Malaga
Description
Embark on a unique adventure from Malaga and the Costa del Sol (Torremolinos, Benalmadena, Fuengirola, Marbella, Estepona). Relax on the bus as our guide shares fascinating facts about Gibraltar, the famous British colony. Once we cross the border, enjoy free time to stroll through vibrant Main Street, shop, or explore the charming Casemates Square. The experience intensifies as we board for a 1.5-hour boat tour through the Strait of Gibraltar, a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Sail between the Mediterranean and Atlantic, spotting dolphins and other cetaceans in their natural habitat, while our guide shares interesting facts about these creatures. After the boat tour, you’ll have more free time to explore Gibraltar or savor its delicious cuisine before returning to your pick-up point.
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Itinerary
Approximately 3 hours 30 minutes of free time to explore the center of Gibraltar
90 minutes of dolphin watching by boat through the Strait of Gibraltar
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(52)
Everything super well explained and very good service
¡Muchas gracias por tu valoración! Nos alegra saber que las explicaciones fueron claras y que recibiste una atención cercana durante toda la experiencia.
The experience was very good and I recommend it 100%. A bus picked us up in the center of Málaga and we made several stops picking up more people in Torremolinos, Benalmádena, Fuengirola, and Estepona (this took a bit long but it is understandable). We arrived in Gibraltar and had 2 hours free (we went to Europa Point by bus) because at 12 we met up to go catch the boat. At 12:30 we got on and went in search of dolphins. We saw the dolphins quite close and it was very fun. It lasted 90 min. Afterward we had 1.5 hours to eat and return to Málaga. I am happy with the trip but it felt a bit short to us, since the excursion lasts 10 hours and 5 hours are spent on the bus.
¡Muchas gracias por recomendar la excursión! Nos alegra saber que disfrutasteis especialmente del avistamiento de delfines. Entendemos que la ruta de recogidas y el tiempo disponible en Gibraltar pueden hacer que la jornada se sienta corta, por lo que agradecemos mucho vuestra observación para seguir mejorando la planificación.
I was very disappointed with poor communication from guide and company that took us. I booked via Tripadvisor in advance and payed for my trip. I read everything carefully, what i should do before the trip and how to prepare. A day before the trip i got a message from company about pick up point and location. We drove 1.5 h till pick up point, and then i realized i didn't pack my passport. I didn't know we will need to cross the boarder. So i didn't have my passport and was left behind the boarder. It was my mistake, but I got so sad and so disappointed that nowhere did it say that i must have a passport with me. I was looking for this trip for 5 months and my disappointed was unimaginable. Please put in reminder or additional information, that all travelers must have a passport for this trip. And moreover, the trip with the bus was exhausting and very uncomfortable, i got very terrible back pain from the seats. 8 h on a bus and only 2 h on a boat (if you have a passport lf course) doesn't not seem worth it at all. So anyone reading please take this as a reminder to take your passports so you wouldn't be disappointed like i was today.
Good morning: Dear customer, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We are truly sorry to hear that the day was so disappointing for you, especially after looking forward to the trip for such a long time. As this excursion involves crossing a border, all travellers must carry their original valid passport or required travel document. Unfortunately, passengers who do not have the necessary documentation cannot cross the border, as this is controlled by the border authorities and is outside our control. We are sorry that this information was not clear enough for you before the trip. Your feedback is very important to us, and we will take it into account to make the passport requirement even more visible in our reminders and communication, so future travellers can avoid this situation. We also regret that you found the bus journey uncomfortable. We understand that long journeys can be tiring, and we appreciate your comments as they help us continue improving the overall experience. Once again, we are sorry that you could not fully enjoy the excursion as expected, and we thank you for sharing your feedback with us.
Comfortable tour bus, great tour guide, provides very good information, but does not talk much - which is good.
Vielen Dank für dein Feedback! 😊 Es freut uns zu hören, dass der Reisebus bequem war und der Reiseleiter gute Informationen gegeben hat. Schön zu wissen, dass sein ruhiger Stil gut ankam und die Tour angenehm gestaltet hat 🌞🚍 Wir hoffen, dich bald wieder auf einer weiteren unvergesslichen Tour mit Visitanddo.com begrüßen zu dürfen, um noch mehr von Andalusiens Schönheit und Kultur zu entdecken
We left Malaga. We stopped in Marbella for a break and to get a bite to eat. No restaurants or cafes open. No washrooms available. Most of us ended up going back to the bus where there was a super marche close and just picking up a pastry. The cable car was down for repairs and for those of us who chose the dolphin experience, it made the opportunity to visit the peak impossible. Taxis will only take you on the full tour for which there was insufficient time. I think we should have been made aware of this at time of booking as we may have changed our excursion. Having said that, our bus driver and Mica10 were fabulous.
We are very sorry for the inconvenience you experienced during your excursion. We understand how disappointing it must have been not to find any restaurants or restrooms available in Marbella and to discover that the cable car was out of service, especially for those who had planned the dolphin experience 🚌🌊 We appreciate your feedback regarding the need for clearer communication at the time of booking. Informing travelers in advance about temporary closures or service limitations would certainly help them plan and choose the best option. Your feedback will help us improve how we share important information and ensure our customers can make informed decisions. We are happy to hear that our bus driver and Mica10 provided excellent service and made the day enjoyable despite the setbacks 😊🚍 Their professionalism and friendliness are precisely what we look for on every excursion. We will review the situation and ensure that future excursions offer the best possible experience.
The trip was fairly well organized and the boat trip to see dolphins was great. We saw at least 20 dolphins. However I was shocked to realize that visit to Gibraltar doesn't actually include visit of the main thing - the Rock itself. Having never been to this place before, I didn't know it was two separate things. After the dolphins tour we didn't have enough time left to visit the Rock by our own means, so this trip was a bit of a let down.
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience and your honest feedback. We’re really happy to hear that you enjoyed the dolphin boat trip and that you were able to see so many dolphins — spotting a large group like that is always a special moment! 🐬😊 We also appreciate your comments regarding Gibraltar and completely understand your disappointment. For first-time visitors, it can indeed be confusing that the Rock visit and the free time in Gibraltar are separate experiences, especially when time is limited after the boat activity. We’re sorry that this wasn’t clearer beforehand and that you didn’t have enough time left to visit the Rock on your own. Your feedback is very valuable to us, and we’ll review how we explain the itinerary details so future travelers can better understand the available options and plan their time accordingly. Thank you again for traveling with us and for helping us improve our experiences.
The duty-free shopping on Main Street is great for spirits and tobacco, and the currency is the Gibraltar Pound (though they take Euros and UK Pounds too). Pro-tip: walk across the runway into town rather than waiting for a bus—it’s one of the few places in the world where you can actually walk across an active airport strip!
That sounds like an amazing tip! 😄 The duty-free shopping in Gibraltar is definitely a highlight, especially for spirits and tobacco, and the convenience of being able to use Euros and UK Pounds alongside the Gibraltar Pound makes it super accessible. And you're absolutely right—walking across the active airport runway is such a unique experience! 🌍✈️ It's one of those little adventures that makes visiting Gibraltar even more memorable. Thanks for sharing this awesome pro-tip! If you're ever looking for more travel recommendations or things to do around Gibraltar or Málaga, feel free to reach out. We're here to help you make the most of your travels! 😊
We saw a lot of dolphins and there was no rush and the staff were lovely and friendly.
The trip was very good, our guide Coby, super, iced us laugh, explained many things and also took care of everyone, made us feel like a group despite not knowing each other
Muchísimas gracias por compartir tu experiencia. Nos alegra muchísimo saber que disfrutaste del viaje y que Covy hizo que el día fuera aún más especial. Es fantástico leer que consiguió haceros reír, explicar tantos detalles interesantes y, sobre todo, que estuvo pendiente de todos en el grupo. 😊 Uno de los objetivos de nuestros guías es precisamente crear ese ambiente cercano, donde personas que no se conocen terminan sintiéndose como parte de un mismo grupo durante la excursión. Nos encanta saber que Covy logró transmitir esa energía y hacer que la experiencia fuera tan agradable para todos. 🌍 Le haremos llegar tus palabras, seguro que le hará mucha ilusión saber que su trabajo dejó un recuerdo tan bonito. ¡Gracias por viajar con nosotros y esperamos verte muy pronto en otra aventura con Visitanddo! ✨
The organization of the ride was not optimal. The exact duration was not clearly communicated in advance. Instead of the announced 10 hours we were on the road for a total of 12 hours. The outbound journey took about 4 hours, including a short break at a gas station. A three-and-a-half hour stay in Gibraltar was announced throughout the day. In fact, before the dolphin tour we only had about 1 hour of free time and then another 1.5 hours to explore. The dolphin tour was very nice, however, the boat did not drive a fixed route, but mainly followed the dolphins. Whales were not sighted, but many dolphins. Without a separate booking of a tour to the “Rock of Gibraltar” you won’t see the monkeys. This additional service is relatively expensive. At 16:00 the return journey to Málaga began, arrival was around 20:00. The tour guide was very nice though and could always answer our questions
Vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit genommen haben, Ihre Erfahrungen so detailliert zu schildern. Es tut uns leid, dass die Reiseorganisation für Sie nicht optimal war und insbesondere die Gesamtdauer nicht ausreichend im Voraus kommuniziert wurde. Es ist verständlicherweise ärgerlich, wenn ein Ausflug aufgrund von Verkehr, Grenzkontrollen oder anderen äußeren Umständen länger dauert als erwartet, vor allem, wenn Sie mit einer kürzeren Reise gerechnet haben. Wir entschuldigen uns. Ihr Feedback zur verfügbaren Freizeit in Gibraltar ist uns ebenfalls sehr wichtig. Wir nehmen Ihre Anmerkungen sehr ernst und prüfen derzeit, wie wir den Zeitplan und die Reiseroute transparenter kommunizieren können. Wir freuen uns dennoch sehr, dass Ihnen die Delfinbeobachtungstour gefallen hat und Sie so viele Delfine gesehen haben; es ist immer ein besonderes Erlebnis. Wir schätzen auch Ihre lobenden Worte über unseren Reiseleiter und werden diese gerne weitergeben.
