An extraordinary day in search of the great whales that inhabit the Mediterranean and travel along the coast of our Riviera, once named “Costa Balenae” by the Romans.
EXCURSION PROGRAM
Have a unique experience on the open sea – come along to seek out and admire dolphins and whales in their natural habitat at the International Cetacean Sanctuary.
The Santuario dei Cetacei Pelagos, which covers the stretch of sea between Liguria, Elba and Corsica, was established in 1993 by Italy, France and the Principality of Monaco as a testimony to the international significance that the phenomenon has reached in recent years – it aims to protect more than 2000 cetaceans belonging to eight different species that populate the Ligurian Sea.
The excursion lasts about 4 hours, heading out to the open sea, with departures from 4 small ports on the Riviera di Ponente: Imperia Porto Maurizio, Andora, Laigueglia, San Remo, Bordighera.
In the late morning transfer to the Port of San Remo to board a motorboat, where with the help of a marine biologist you will embark on this exciting voyage lasting about 4 hours (from departure of the last embarkation point), in search of whales, sperm whales and dolphins.
After leaving the last port of embarkation behind, after 30 minutes of navigation towards the open sea, we arrive at a depth of 2,000 – 2,500 meters, where the possibility of sightings is the greatest. From this moment you will participate actively with the crew of the motorboat in the activity of sightings, keeping in mind that it is necessary to have patience and determination.
This excursion is suitable for people of all ages and it is advisable to wear comfortable clothes and footwear, bring windbreakers, hats, sunglasses, sunscreen and a packed lunch!
Reservations can be made up to 24 hours before the trip.
Please present your booking voucher at boarding 30 minutes before departure.
The excursion takes place with a minimum of 50 passengers. The Company and/or the Captain reserve the right to cancel or delay departures due to force majeure and/or adverse weather and sea conditions.
No compensation will be paid by the Company for any delays or partial suspensions of service related to weather and sea conditions, or due to force majeure, whatever the cause.
In case of cancellation, an SMS will be sent by 10:30 AM on the day of the service, except in cases where the Captain (Responsible for Onboard Safety), due to sudden changes in the weather forecast, finds it impossible to start or continue navigation and decides to return.
Excursion available from June to September for individual clients, on the dates indicated below.
Departures from San Remo: July – August and September: on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Sundays
The excursion does not take place in case of adverse sea conditions.
THE EXCURSION INCLUDES
- Motorboat excursion lasting approx. 4 hours from the last port of embarkation.
THE EXCURSION DOES NOT INCLUDE
- meals
- anything not explicitly included in “the excursion includes”
ON EXCURSION WITH YOUR CHILDREN
This whale watching excursion is highly recommended for families with children, as it will allow your children to see the great cetaceans of the Ligurian Sea in their natural environment: something they will remember for a lifetime!
BOOKING
Our agency is at your disposal for group bookings or to include the excursion in your stay package. Please book the excursion only directly with the boat owner.