Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour on Pico Island

See whales and dolphins on their own terms, with a guide who knows what you're watching.

A whale and dolphin watching tour on Pico Island takes you out on the water for three hours with a professional crew who explain the behavior of the species you encounter. You meet at the store on Marginal Avenue, 30 minutes before departure, and the boat size adjusts to the number of people booked. Children from age 3 are welcome. The tour is not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, pregnancy, or cardiovascular concerns.

The experience

The boat leaves from Marginal Avenue, right on the water in front of the sea. A professional crew accompanies every departure and spends the three hours explaining what you're seeing: how the whales and dolphins move, feed, and interact. The crew's experience is the difference between watching marine life pass and understanding what you're actually looking at. Which vessel you board depends on how many people have booked that day. The operator chooses the right size for the group.

You'll spend the morning or afternoon at sea observing the animals in their habitat. The crew keeps talking throughout, so you learn the behaviors of each species as they appear. This is not a rushed boat ride. It's a three-hour window into what lives in the waters around Pico.

What’s included

• All fees and taxes.
• a professional crew with live English-language explanations throughout the three hours on the water.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 26 Mar 2027

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (13 to 90 years) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Infant (3 to 4 years) · Under 3: can't be booked

GroupUp to 30

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 2 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problems

Operated by Bela Vista Travel

Is this one for you?Three hours on the water fits into a morning or afternoon without consuming your entire day on Pico. If you're planning other activities on the island, this leaves room for a meal or a second stop before or after.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years); Infant (3 to 4 years). Children under 3 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What time does the whale and dolphin watching tour depart from Pico Island?

The tour operates from the Marginal Avenue meeting point, where you arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time. The operator will confirm your exact departure time when you book.

How long does the whale and dolphin watching tour last?

The tour runs for three hours on the water, with the crew providing explanations about the species and their behavior throughout the entire time.

What determines which boat I'll be on for the whale watching tour?

The crew chooses the vessel based on the number of people booked for that departure, so the boat size matches the group.

What does the crew do during the whale and dolphin watching tour?

The professional crew continuously explains the behavior and characteristics of the whales and dolphins you observe, helping you understand what you're seeing as the tour unfolds.