Marbella Whale Watching

Marbella is in a unique geographic position that offers exceptional whale watching for tourists. The meeting of the Mediterranean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean at the Straits of Gibraltar is part of the migration route for multiple whale species. In addition, four whale species reside there, providing visitors with many opportunities for world-class whale watching.

Choosing among Marbella Whale Watching Companies

Whale watching is a popular activity in Marbella and the rest of Costa del Sol. Among the types of whales you can spot during whale watching excursions are fin whales and sperm whales. Many of the companies that offer whale watching tours have had whale sightings on more than 90 percent of their trips. When you are deciding which Marbella company you would like to go on a whale watching tour with, you may want to inquire about the company's policy in the event that there are no sightings. Some companies will offer a refund or a second chance for you to go whale watching with them during your trip.

Many of the whale watching excursions near Marbella launch from Tarifa or La Linea de la Concepcion, as these ports lie closer to the Straits of Gibraltar. Tarifa is just over an hour away from Marbella, and La Linea de la Concepcion is even closer to Marbella. Marbella Options can assist you in arranging a whale watching trip, and the agency's multilingual staff will be happy to work out the details of transportation and lodging during your visit.