Boat tour with dolphin sighting
Overview
Discover the charm of the Syracuse coast on a boat tour that offers a unique opportunity to explore the wonders of the Ionian Sea. You will skirt the island of Ortigia, admiring historic sights such as the Duomo, Palazzo Veneziano and Castello Maniace. The journey continues to the caves on the north side of the city, where you can see stalactites and stalagmites, with a stop at the famous Blue Grotto, characterized by crystal clear waters and an enchanting atmosphere. The next stop is the Plemmirio Nature Reserve, a marine protected area populated by rich biodiversity, where you can spot dolphins. On board, you will have access to a full beverage service with cool drinks during the excursion and you will also have the opportunity to dive into the clear waters. This tour is an unforgettable experience for lovers of nature and history.
What's Included
- Carbonated beverages You will have cool drinks, water, white wine, red wine, soft drinks.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Meeting Location
Île d'Ortygie
96100, 96100 Siracusa SR, Italy
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Punta Francesco Maugeri
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Syracuse
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Isola di Ortigia
40 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Parco Marino del Plemmirio
50 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers 18 years and older.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-181433P15
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Carbonated beverages. You will have cool drinks, water, white wine, red wine, soft drinks.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Boat tour with dolphin sighting is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Boat tour with dolphin sighting will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Carbonated beveragesYou will have cool drinks, water, white wine, red wine, soft drinks.
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- We only serve alcoholic beverages to travelers 18 years and older.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
