TURMARES TARIFA S.L., we are specialists in maritime transport of passengers and responsible whale and dolphin watching excursions in the Strait of Gibraltar.
With scheduled departures and flexible timetables, we offer an unforgettable experience for all nature and marine life lovers.
Book your excursion with us and witness the amazing marine life while enjoying a safe and comfortable trip.
We are eager to share with you the magic of the sea and its marvelous inhabitants!
Respectful cetaceans watching in Spain
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Ideal activity for all kinds of people and ages.
Visit the Strait of Gibraltar and see dolphins and whales on more than 99% of our excursions.
We are a multilingual team of marine professionals and biologists.
We share our knowledge, love and respect for these marine mammals.
Respectful and responsible cetacean watching
More than 99% success rate on sightings
Information during and after the trip
Multilingual staff, biologists and marine experts
Suitable for the whole family
Adapted for people with disabilities
With us, you contribute to the conservation of cetaceans and oceans
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Our boats
Our modern boats are designed to provide the best possible experience, with trained and friendly staff to ensure a pleasant and safe trip. All our boats are classified and dispatched as passenger vessels for the purpose of passenger transport.
Our company specialises in high quality maritime transport and excursions.
Committed to the environment
Our commitment to the natural environment and the species that inhabit the Strait of Gibraltar is our priority.
We specialise in responsible whale and dolphin watching excursions, always respecting the habitat and behaviours of these magnificent creatures.
Join us to witness marine life up close, in its natural environment, without disturbing its ecosystem.
Our philosophy is based on conservation and respect for the marine environment.
All our activities are conducted under strict environmental protection regulations, ensuring that our excursions do not negatively affect the faunaof the Strait of Gibraltar.
Mular D.
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Common D.
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Striped D.
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Pilot Whale
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Sperm Whale
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Killer Whale
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Rorqual
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Bottlenose Dolphins
(Tursiops truncatus)
Species Resident
Large size (up to 4 m). They vary greatly in shape, size and colour depending on the geographical region. Uniform greyish colouring. They are curious and active. They make great leaps. They may group with other species, such as pilot whales.
They feed on fish and cephalopods
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: All year round
Common Dolphins
(Delphinus delphis)
Species Resident
Small size (1.7-2.4 m), with a yellowish spot on both flanks in the shape of an hourglass. They usually have an active behaviour and perform jumps. They are fast swimmers (40 km/h), and may form groups of 20-30 individuals. They feed on fish, squid and some crustaceans.
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: All year round
Striped Dolphin
(Stenella coeruleoalba)
Species Resident
Small size (2.1-2.6 m), with a dark coloured stripe on the dorsal part of the body. They form large groups, and move actively (fast swimmers), making jumps. They often group with common dolphins.
They feed on fish, squid and some crustaceans.
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: All year round
Pilot whale
(Globicephala melas)
Species Resident
Adult males can reach up to 6 metres in length. Very rounded head. Dark colouring, black in adults. Gregarious species that forms matrilineal family groups.
They feed on fish and cephalopods
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: All year round
Sperm Whale
(Physeter macrocephalus)
Semi-resident species
They have teeth only in the lower jaw. Large size with sexual dimorphism: males up to 18 metres and females 12 metres.
They can dive for up to 2 hours. Surface intervals are usually between 10 and 15 minutes, where they remain practically motionless.
They feed on deep-water squid.
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: March, April, May, June, June, September, October and November
LOW PROBABILITY: July and August
Killer Whale
(Orcinus orca)
Semi-resident species
Larger delphinid (5.5-9.8 m). Colour black and white, with white eye spot. Sexual dimorphism, males with very tall dorsal fin (up to 1.8 m). Forman grupos familiares muy estrechos (pods). They form very tight family groups (pods). Curious and fast-swimming.
They feed on bluefin tuna.
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: July and August
LOW PROBABILITY: March, April, May, June and September
Rorqual whale
(Balaenoptera physalus)
Migratory species
Second largest animal on the planet (up to 22 m). Right jaw white, left jaw black. Sexual dimorphism: females are 10% larger than males. They can navigate at high speeds (up to 35 km/h). They do not usually avoid boats, but do not approach them either.
They feed on krill, copepods and small fish.
PROBABILITY OF SIGHTING
HIGH PROBABILITY: June, July and August
LOW PROBABILITY: September