Cetacean Boat Tours in the Basque Country
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About the Activity
The cetacean excursion is a unique adventure of its kind! We suggest you board our boat in a small group for an excursion to observe cetaceans in their natural environment. The observation area is located off the coast of Saint-Jean-de-Luz, 45 minutes of navigation. An oceanic fault called Gouf de Capbreton is the meeting place for many species of cetaceans, fish and birds. We are fortunate to be able to come across more than fifteen species of cetaceans in the Basque Country, including dolphins, whales and porpoises. Observing them in their natural environment is a privileged experience.4 hours 30 minutes
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Adult : 1
Inclusions & Exclusions
Food and drink : Bottled water. Bottled water
Food and drink : Tea and coffee. Coffee and/or Tea
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- Maximum 12 travellers in this tour.
You will embark on a cetacean-watching excursion off Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
The rendezvous is at 8am at the pontoon, little Briefing, we embark, and for this boat trip, we will set sail, direction the Gouf of Capbreton.
The Gouf is an ocean rift. Deep only a few dozen meters in front of Capbreton, it descends into the abyss at a depth of more than 4000 meters. This canyon is a very important place of biodiversity. The entire food chain, from plankton to fish, to cetaceans, of which there are more than 15 species on the Gouf.
It takes about 45 minutes to get to the Gouf de Capbreton observation area.
On site it is important to be careful to locate cetaceans.
Small groups of a few individuals may be encountered up to groups of several hundred dolphins.
For the lucky ones it may also happen to meet the race of a whale.
In any case their approach will be in a way that respects as much as possible their tranquility.
Return around 12:30 to the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
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Meeting and Pickup
Starting point
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Meet at the 3rd pontoon (Ponton A) of the Quai de l'Infante, (Same pontoon as the Maritime shuttle) at the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
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End point
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Meet at the 3rd pontoon (Ponton A) of the Quai de l'Infante, (Same pontoon as the Maritime shuttle) at the port of Saint-Jean-de-Luz.
Come 10 minutes before the departure of the outing.View Location
Pickup details
Customers must make their own way to and meet at the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- English
- French
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
- Suplier may cancel the activity due to too few participants.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Paris time to receive 100% refund.
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