Dolphin Watching Tips

Spotting a dolphin in the wild is an exciting moment, but it can take a little practice. Our captains are experts at finding them, but having extra sets of eyes on the water always helps!

Dolphins blend in well with the water, so knowing what to look for is the key to a great sighting.

Top Tips for Spotting Dolphins

• •Look for the 'Footprint': When a dolphin swims just below the surface, it creates a smooth, circular slick on the water called a footprint.
• •Watch the Birds: Flocks of diving birds often indicate a school of fish, which means dolphins might be hunting nearby.
• •Scan the Horizon: Don't just look right next to the boat. Scan the water in the distance for dorsal fins breaking the surface.
• •Listen Closely: On a quiet catamaran, you can sometimes hear the 'pfff' sound of a dolphin exhaling when it surfaces to breathe.

Taking photos of wild dolphins can be tricky because they move fast and unpredictably. We recommend setting your camera or phone to 'burst' mode so you can capture multiple frames quickly.

However, the best advice we can give is to put the camera down for a moment and just enjoy the experience. Watching a dolphin surface right next to the boat is a memory you won't forget.

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