RIB Boat Trip to Figarolo and Capo Figari with Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling
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Activity
Motorboat
Languages
English, French, Italian
Included
Food & Drinks
Minimum age
2 years
Meeting place
Olbia
At the MOYS - Marina di Olbia Yachting Services (Via Piovene 7, 07026 Olbia)
Free cancellation with full refund up to 24 hours before the start of the activity
Details
Don't miss the opportunity to discover one of the most spectacular areas of Sardinia during our boat trip to Figarolo and Capo Figari with dolphin watching!
Starting from the Marina of Olbia, we will navigate for around 25 minutes on our comfortable RIB to reach Figarolo Island: there we will move at a really low speed and observe the dolphins that come to this area because of a fish farming plant. Without interfering with them, with a bit of luck we will be able to see them swim and jump just a few metres away from our boat!
After the observation, we will head to Capo Figari, where we will stop to snorkel near its impressive limestone promontory. There will be a second stop to swim in the clear waters of Cala Moresca or close by the Figarolo Island, where if we're lucky we will spot the small colony of mouflons that lives on the island. At the end of the excursion, we will enjoy together a small apéritif before heading back to the Marina.
Highlights
- Dolphin watching with a nature biologist guide
- Swimming & snorkeling stops around Capo Figarolo
- Small savoury snack with drink on board
Departure & Return
We'll meet at the MOYS - Marina di Olbia Yachting Services 15 minutes before the scheduled time. (You will find many free parking areas close by, plus there's a bus stop 500 metres away from the Marina). Please reach the marina through the village, the entrance is via Piovene 7, not Via Isola Cavallo!
Characteristics of the boat
- Number of passengers: 10
- Spacious RIB
- Sun-protected area
- No pets allowed
- No restrooms on board
- Not accessible to strollers and wheelchairs
Included services
- Small savoury snack with drink
- Drinks (alcoholic & not alcoholic)
- Snorkeling equipment (flippers, mask, snorkel and a short wetsuit)
Requirements
- Minimum age: 2 years old
- Not suited for pregnant women
Good to know
- A minimum of 4 participants in total is required for the trip to take place
- The itinerary may be subject to variations depending on weather and sea conditions
Over 90% of reviewers give this dolphin watching boat trip in Sardinia five stars, highlighting it as a "magical experience". The guides—often named Davide or Tiziano—receive constant praise for being friendly, professional, and respectful of the animals. Families and couples enjoy seeing large groups of dolphins and making stops for swimming and snorkeling in beautiful, clear water. Snacks and drinks are often provided. While one tour experienced a boat issue (which was handled professionally), the overwhelming feedback is positive, making this a highly recommended excursion.
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Xavier · FamilyFrance · August 2026
A beautiful sunny morning spent discovering dolphins around the boats.
Two lovely snorkeling spots.
Tito (Tiziano) is very friendly and attentive.
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T · FamilyFrance · August 2026
I will try to give the most objective review possible despite my disappointment with this experience entitled "Dolphin Watching with a Marine Biologist Guide."
I booked through this website because it offered an excursion with a French-speaking guide.
Upon arrival, it turned out that our skipper didn't speak any French at all. I disputed the trip because it didn't correspond to what I had booked.
We were promised that this wouldn't change anything about the excursion (my first surprise: weren't we supposed to be told about the dolphins during the trip? Of course we were...). Given my very limited English and the fact that I had children aged 8 and 12, it promised to be difficult.
They insisted that we take our places on board, offering us compensation of 30% of the excursion price. Okay, we made an effort and decided to make the best of a bad situation! Luckily, we spotted the dolphins quite early on during the boat trip. We were thrilled, we tracked them, tried to photograph them… for 10 minutes… and then we were off again!
With one or two anecdotes about the dolphins, our skipper, although very friendly, was certainly about as much of a marine biologist as I am the Queen of England! I now understand why having a French-speaking guide isn't so important!
And my second surprise: weren't we supposed to observe the dolphins for 30 to 50 minutes?
Afterwards, we went to two snorkeling spots, beautiful admittedly, but which could easily have been shortened to allow for more dolphin watching, the whole point of the excursion!
Once back on dry land, we were greeted by a highly unfriendly manager who was clearly still smarting from the 30% compensation and who accused us of speaking perfect English… well, obviously, since I'm the Queen of England!! In summary, a disappointing outing, clearly what I call a tourist trap, slightly compensated by a friendly skipper who did his best to make the trip enjoyable despite the language barrier, and a magnificent environment thanks to the turquoise waters.
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Thomas · FamilyGermany · August 2026
Everything was perfect. Great guide, beautiful spots for snorkeling and wildlife sightings. The children were especially happy.
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Can I bring my dog or pet?
No, pets are not allowed on board.
What is included in the price?
The price includes a small savoury snack, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic), and the use of snorkeling equipment (flippers, mask, snorkel and a short wetsuit).
Is there a minimum age for this activity?
Yes, the minimum age to participate is 2 years.
Is this tour suitable for pregnant women?
No, this tour is not suitable for pregnant women.
How many people can be on the boat?
The RIB boat accommodates a maximum of 10 passengers.
Are there restrooms on the boat?
No, there are no restrooms on board the boat.
Where is the meeting point?
The meeting point is at MOYS - Marina di Olbia Yachting Services (Via Piovene 7), 15 minutes before departure. There are free car parks nearby.
Is there a guide on board?
Yes, a nature biologist guide will be on board to provide information about the marine environment and the dolphins.
How likely is it that I will see dolphins?
The tour takes you to an area near a fish farm that dolphins regularly visit. The boat moves at a very low speed to increase the chances of seeing them swim and jump near the boat.
What is the itinerary of the tour?
The tour starts from the Marina of Olbia and navigates to Figarolo Island for dolphin watching. Afterwards, there is a snorkeling stop at Capo Figari and a swimming stop at Cala Moresca or near Figarolo Island. The tour ends with an apéritif on the way back to the marina.
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The activity RIB Boat Trip to Figarolo and Capo Figari with Dolphin Watching & Snorkeling by Blue Way Olbia in Olbia is available every day, from August 20, 2026 through October 30, 2026. Each day offers 2 start times between 9:30 and 15:00. Sessions last 3.5 hours and are offered as group activities. Prices start from €40.00 for kids and €60.00 for adults.
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