Join Bluefleet from Lagos Marina for a vibrant dolphin-watching trip that guarantees marine wildlife encounters. With a 97% success rate, see dolphins, whales, and turtles in their natural habitat in the Atlantic Ocean. A perfect half-day adventure for families and wildlife lovers seeking a genuine ocean experience.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness recommended for comfortable sitting and boarding.
Wildlife
History
Lagos has been a maritime hub since antiquity, with a long history of navigation and ocean trade shaping its culture.
Conservation
Bluefleet supports marine conservation efforts, practicing responsible wildlife viewing to protect local ecosystems.
Bluefleet
Join Bluefleet from Lagos Marina for a vibrant dolphin-watching trip that guarantees marine wildlife encounters. With a 97% success rate, see dolphins, whales, and turtles in their natural habitat in the Atlantic Ocean. A perfect half-day adventure for families and wildlife lovers seeking a genuine ocean experience.
Bluefleet is a coastal tour operator based in Lagos and Faro on Portugal’s Algarve. The company organises a variety of guided sea excursions focused on Ponta da Piedade, the Benagil grotto, and the wider Costa de Lagos and Costa D’Oiro. Bluefleet runs boat tours, catamaran cruises, kayak trips, dolphin-watching outings, private charters and customizable tours tailored to guest interests.
Certified local guides and experienced skippers lead each excursion, providing safety briefings, local history and interpretation of geological formations. The Blue Cruise catamaran is a 3.5-hour experience that includes swimming opportunities and a traditional lunch, operating with a maximum of 45 guests to maintain comfort. Semi-rigid boats are used for Benagil and Costa Carvoeiro trips, enabling access to caves and grottos that larger vessels cannot reach, including the iconic Algar de Benagil.
Kayak tours at Ponta da Piedade give small groups access to hidden sea caves and coastal features only reachable by paddle, while private tours along the Costa de Lagos allow flexible itineraries, swimming stops and focused commentary. Dolphin-watching departures from Lagos Marina focus on cetacean areas with a reported 97% success rate, offering encounters with common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins and occasional dwarf whales and sea turtles.
Bluefleet emphasises safety, local knowledge and small-group experiences designed for families, photographers and nature enthusiasts. Booking options include shared departures, private charters and fully personalised tours that reflect guest preferences and seasonal conditions. Guides are certified local professionals who prioritise safety, provide commentary and adapt tours to sea and weather conditions.
Tours Offered
11
Diverse coastal and adventure trips
Locations
Lagos, Faro
Operates from Lagos and Faro
Max Guests
45 (catamaran)
Premium small-group comfort
Dolphin Success
97%
High cetacean sighting rate
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Dress in layers
Sea conditions can change quickly, so wear layers to stay comfortable throughout the trip.
Bring sun protection
Apply sunscreen and bring a hat to protect yourself from the sun while on the water.
Arrive early
Get to the marina early to ensure a smooth boarding process and maximize your wildlife viewing time.
Use binoculars
Bring binoculars for closer views of distant marine animals and better wildlife spotting.
Sun hat
Protects your face and neck from the sun during outdoor time on the boat.
summer
Binoculars
Enhances wildlife viewing, especially for distant animals.
Sunscreen
Prevents sunburn during prolonged exposure on the water.
summer
Layers or light jacket
Keeps you comfortable if temperatures drop or wind picks up.
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