Intensive Whale and Dolphin Week
Schedule
During the intensive whale and dolphin weeks with firmm you experience the whales and dolphins of the Strait of Gibraltar in their natural environment and deepen your knowledge about the marine mammals and the ocean habitat.
Depending on the wind and weather, 2-3 trips take place daily. Thanks to many years of experience and precise knowledge of the tides and currents in the Strait of Gibraltar, we have a high probability (over 98%) of seeing whales or dolphins on our trips.
In Tarifa, the surfing mecca of Europe, strong winds sometimes make boat trips impossible. If desired, we could organise on such a day a guided excursion with our biologist.
You can participate in as many boat trips as you like, and then pay for all the firmm services you have used collectively at the end of your time with us.
Whales and Dolphins
In the Strait of Gibraltar we can regularly observe seven species of whales and dolphins. We see four species of dolphins all year round: Common Dolphins, Striped Dolphins (also: Blue-white Dolphins), Bottlenose Dolphins and Pilot Whales, which also belong to the dolphin family. Several Pilot Whale families have their feeding grounds in the Strait and can therefore be found regularly. Especially in spring, we often meet Sperm Whales. They just pass here and remain at the deepest spots in the middle of the Strait of Gibraltar. The Orcas visit the Strait mainly in July and August. On 3-hour special trips we can observe how they wait near the fishing boats for the big red tunas. With a little luck we might even see Fin Whales.
It is particularly important to us that the encounter with the animals takes place with all due respect in order to disturb them as little as possible. Our crews are instructed accordingly and follow the guidelines for respectful whale-watching.
Video: Whales/Dolphins in the Strait of Gibraltar
Schedule 2025
| In 2025 we offer the following dates | ||
|---|---|---|
| 28.04.-02.05. | 26.05.-30.05. | 22.09.-26.09. |
Prices
| 2-hour trip | possible guided excursion | |
|---|---|---|
| Adults | € 45,– | € 20,– |
| Children (6–13 years) | € 30,– | € 10,– |
| Children (1–5 years) | € 15,– | free of charge |
Book intensive whale and dolphin week
Download the PDF document with the complete information and send us the reservation for your intensive whale and dolphin week by email.
How to find us
A valid identity card/ID card is sufficient for citizens from the EU or Switzerland to enter Spain.
Travel to Málaga by car, train or plane. From there you can reach Tarifa by bus or rental car within about two hours. We are easy to find with the help of our route description, which we will send you after your registration.
We will be happy to assist you in booking a rental car.
Board and lodging
Accommodation is available in different categories. We will also be happy to book them for you. Depending on the accommodation, you can cook for yourself or eat out. The Andalusian cuisine offers a lot of variety.
Hotel information and prices can be found in the complete course documents which can be printed out.
Weather, clothing and insurance
In general, the weather in Tarifa is warm. Occasionally there are strong winds, which may last a few days.
For the time spent on the boat we recommend a warm sweater, windcheater, comfortable non-slip shoes (e.g. sneakers), cap, sunscreen and sunglasses.
Don't forget your camera!
Accident insurance is the responsibility of the participants. We cannot accept any liability for the equipment you bring with you. Please indicate any disabilities on the registration form.
Tarifa and surroundings
During the observation week you will have enough free time to get to know Tarifa and its surroundings. Nature reserves around Tarifa offer many possibilities for hiking, cycling, horse riding, bird watching, etc. On excursions to Seville, Cádiz, Jerez, Gibraltar, Marbella, Málaga or Granada you can get to know the surrounding area.
