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15 Best Marbella Dolphin & Sailing Tours

The Marbella sailings: dolphin runs off Puerto Banus where the pods work the strait traffic, plus canyoning in the Guadalmina for the freshwater crowd. The glamour backdrop comes standard.

1.From Marbella: Guadalmina River Guided Canyoning Adventure

Discover the Guadalmina River canyon near Marbella with this guided canyoning tour. Swim, jump, and rappel in stunning natural surroundings for all levels.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Interesting, experienced. The cliff jumping and the interesting narrow river canyon were also incredible. Our ages ranged from 10 to 55 years old”

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2.Marbella: Sailing & Dolphin Watching with Snacks and Drinks

Experience Marbella’s coast with a 2-3 hour sailing trip. Spot dolphins, enjoy drinks, and soak up spectacular views—perfect for relaxing ocean lovers.

★ 4.7

“This was such a fun activity- nice boat, Juan was very attentive, experienced and great to talk to and together with the other participants, we had a really great time. The occasion was my husband’s birthday, and we couldn‘t have picked a nicer way to…”

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3.From Málaga: Marbella, Mijas y Puerto Banús Guided Tour

Explore the stunning coastal towns of Mijas, Marbella, and Puerto Banús with this guided Málaga day trip, offering great views, free time, and local insights for $56.

★ 4.5

“Fabulous trip in every way and our guide was amazing! We went Sunday 2 March - can’t remember her name! So much included for the price - would highly recommend, 5*”

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4.Dolphin Sightseeing Boat Tour from Benalmadena

Experience wild dolphins on a 1 hour 45-minute boat trip from Benalmadena. Enjoy stunning sea views, expert crew commentary, and optional swim.

★ 4.5

“The staff are very professional, informative and the on board recordings are in numerous languages. There is a mini bar on board selling soft drinks, beer and snacks. There is a male and female toilets, which were very spacious and clean. We managed to get…”

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5.From Malaga or Costa del Sol: Mijas, Marbella & Puerto Banus

Discover the charming white villages, glamorous marinas, and vibrant towns of Andalusia on this guided day tour from Malaga, blending culture, luxury, and stunning views.

★ 4.5

“I’ve had this guide Allein before. He’s always smiling and happy. I fell in love with Mijas! Will definitely go back if I come back to Spain!”

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6.Dolphin Watching Adventure in Estepona Bay

Experience the thrill of spotting wild dolphins on a 2-hour sail in Estepona Bay. Enjoy a cozy boat, refreshments, and the chance for a swim in Spain’s waters.

★ 4.5

“What a lovely couple of hours. Beautiful boat. Drinks were included . Saw a pod of dolphins playing around the boat. Well worth the money. Would do it again in a heartbeat”

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7.Authentic Andalusia – Jeep Eco Tour (pick up from Marbella – Estepona)

Discover Andalusia’s hidden gems with this full-day Jeep Eco Tour from Marbella, exploring national parks, white villages, and enjoying authentic local cuisine.

★ 5.0

“There is no better way to spend a day within 100km of Marbella. If you have the chance to take this tour, DO IT. You will not regret it. The guides are wonderful, every single one of them. They will make sure you’re safe, well-fed,…”

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8.Sailing Adventure: Sailing, Dolphins and Relaxation with Drinks

Experience a two-hour sailing trip in Marbella with dolphin sightings, scenic coastlines, and drinks. Perfect for relaxing, nature lovers, and those seeking authentic maritime adventures.

★ 4.5

“This was a great way to spend the afternoon. Learned a lot about the area during the 2 hour boat ride. Captain was great .”

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9.Boat Trip in Fuengirola, Dolphin Watching and Drinks

Enjoy a 2-hour yacht trip from Fuengirola with dolphin sightings, drinks, and stunning coast views. Small group, personalized experience, great value.

★ 4.5

“We arrived at ticket office, the lady was very welcoming. We boarded the boat on time - nice clean boat. The skipper told us the rules and we were off a drink. we went out to sea, we had to help ourselves to drinks or…”

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10.Canyoning Rio Verde from Nerja

Discover the thrill of canyoning in Rio Verde with expert guides, stunning scenery, and safe, fun activities suitable for beginners and adventure lovers alike.

★ 5.0

“Amazing from start to finish. Javier was friendly, knowledgeable and an all round nice guy. The trip was beyond our expectations. I have done canyoning before in different places and this was by far the best. Jumps, slides. Swims and an abseil. What more could…”

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13.Canyoning Gorge Descent, river walk in Benahavis.

Experience an exciting beginner-friendly canyoning adventure near Marbella, featuring waterfalls, natural waterslides, and stunning scenery for all ages.

★ 5.0

“Sebastian was a great guide! Awesome experience overall. We loved the cave-like part of the tour, as well jumping off the many rock faces! Highly recommend and would definitely do it again if we’re back in the area.”

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More Marbella Dolphin & Sailing Tours

4.8Malaga: License-free Boat Rental for Dolphin Watching1 - 4 hours$141 5.0Original Marbella Tapas Adventure3 hours (approx.)$117.35 4.5Sunset Sailing along the Marbella coast from Puerto Banus2 hours (approx.)$66.54 4.52-hour excursion in search of dolphins/drinks and snacks2 hours (approx.)$42.34 4.4Marbella: Sunset Catamaran Trip 5.0Ronda Day Tour and Winery Visits from Marbella8 hours (approx.)$216.48 5.0Marbella Old Town group tour with a True Local1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)$30.23 4.3Benalmádena: Sailing & Dolphin Watching with Snacks/Drinks$70 4.5Flamenco evening and barbecue by the sea at the Blue Dolphin Beach Club$87 4.0From Marbella or Estepona: Caminito del Rey Guided Day Trip6 - 8 hours$130 4.5Dolphin trips on a catamaran2 hours (approx.)$42.33 5.0Guided Canyoning Adventure Near Marbella (Benahavís River Walk)3 hours (approx.)$48.37 4.9Marbella Old Town: Group Tour with a True Local1.5 hours$29 5.0Marbella 3-hour Catamaran Group Excursion with Dolphin Watching$116.11 4.9Marbella: Private Sailing Yacht Charter with Skipper2 hours$424 5.0E-Mountain Bike Explorer Tour departing from Marbella4 hours (approx.)$95.54 4.1Marbella: Boat Rental drive yourself with Dolphin Sighting30 minutes - 4 hours$59 4.8Marbella: Dolphin-Watching Sailboat Trip with Drinks, Snacks2 hours$77 4.8Marbella from the heights: Parasailing15 min$59 5.0Luxury Private Tour of Tangier from Marbella All Inclusive10 to 12 hours (approx.)$482.72 4.8Explore Marbella Old Town: Authentic Tapas Food Tour3 hours$105 4.8Marbella: Costa del Sol Shared Quad Tour2 hours$100 5.0Luxury Tangier Private Day Tour from Marbella All inclusive10 to 12 hours (approx.)$518.93 5.0Marbella Old Town: Authentic Tapas Food Tour With Local Guide3 hours (approx.)$107.41