SUSTAINABLEDOLPHIN WATCHING

Welcome Aboard

Our Trips

DAYTIME TRIP

SUNSET TRIP

ADRIATIC DOLPHINS

RESPONSIBLE WATCHING

BIO ACOUSTICS

It’s our job to provide you close and exciting encounters with dolphins and thanks to our experience over the years, we’re good at what we do! We offer sustainable and responsible Dolphin Watching boat trips for up to 12 people, small enough we can ensure you have a great time! Our friendly and professional crew will always give their best to bring you close to these fascinating dolphins. And chances are good…

Waters around Pula are home to large bottlenose dolphin community, the only cetacean species resident in the coastal areas of the northern Adriatic. Occasionally, striped dolphin, common dolphin and even fin whale can appear in the area.

The info on the pages below will give you an idea of the dolphin watching that we offer. Every boat trip is new and different as we’re dealing with animals in their natural habitat, which are constantly moving on their own schedule so we never know exactly where they can be found. We have to search for them on every trip anew, which makes every trip a new adventure.

In 2020 the sighting rate was over 80%. We never give sighting guarantees but in a rare situation that we don’t see any dolphin, we’ll make arrangements to make sure every customer enjoys their trip.

Seven days a week, we’re just a call away and happy to answer any questions you may have between 9 am and 9 pm. Call us at +385 977 755 590.

Since our Dolphin Watching boat trips sell out quickly, we strongly recommend that you make your reservation in advance sending us a request by Email or through our Booking form.

We wish you a great time in Pula:)

Pula Dolphin™ Team

Our paradise @Stoja bay | Pula Dolphin

Welcome Aboard Atilla & Boreas | Pula Dolphin Team

Playful dolphins @Brijuni Islands | Daytime Trip

Dolphin @golden sunset | Sunset Trip

The sun always shines above the clouds | Sunset Trip

Embarkation on Boreas | Pula Dophin

Dolphins swimming around Boreas | Sunset Trip

Seagulls @Sunset | Sunset Trip

Hand-feeding Seagulls | Daytime Trip

Magic sunset | Sunset Trip

Luka the Dolphin Whisperer | Pula Dolphin

Pigeons cave @Valovine | Daytime Trip

Feeding Saddled seabream from the boat | Daytime Trip

Invisible Horizon | Sunset Trip

WELCOMEABOARD

Our boat is an ex-lifeboat used to save lives at sea. After retiring from sailing the world’s oceans on board a container ship we find it a new home, a beautiful Pula town surrounded by the crystal blue waters of the Adriatic.

A new FUN life start for a retired lifeboat, sailing around islands, carrying FUN people, families and friends, making them feel happy at sea.

We hope to welcome you aboard “Boreas”.

Email us +385 977 755 590

Email us +385 977 755 590

DOLPHIN WATCHINGIN THE WILD

Daytime Trip+

SEA CAVE & DOLPHINS

On this Daytime dolphin watching our friendly crew will take you on a FUN filled boat trip to the Pigeons cave where you’ll have the opportunity to explore amazing sea cave and to search for a playful dolphins just off the coast.

Sunset Trip+

ENJOY DOLPHINS AT SUNSET

On this Sunset Dolphin Watching our friendly crew will take you on a cruise just off the coast to enjoy watching dolphins in their natural habitat with sunset view at Brijuni Islands. Grab your camera and hop aboard.

WHAT OURCLIENTS SAY

„A few minutes later we spotted our first dolphins… simply amazing! They showed themselves multiple times around the boat whilst the captain kept respecting the distance.“

AgriFee

„I would recommend everybody to take this smaller boat in Pula and feel the passion of the captain when it comes to dolphins. A big thank you for a truly amazing experience.“

AgriFee

„We adore dolphins and to be able to see one in the wild was a dream come true.“

Noemi

„Sea was calm and we were lucky to see some dolphins. Our captain was friendly, knowledgable and funny. Recommended for families with kids.“

AntoniaM

„Florian, our captain was great at spotting dolphins and directing us to where we could see them best while also providing us with interesting facts about marine life.“

dfraser

„This is an absolute must if you are in the Pula area!“

Cameron

„It was great to take this trip. Our captain Luca was very informative and he did well to know where dolphins were as well. Nice 3 hours spent out on the sea.“

Brian

„Had a great dolphin watching trip, Florian was a great guide, so funny and knowledgeable and Luca was a great captain! Really enjoyed our time. Thank you guys!!“

Katie W

„Thank you Luca & Florian for the best day of our holiday! I can’t describe in words how amazing and perfect this trip was, I recommend to everyone!!“

Lisa K

„The boat was just right for us as a family and captain Luka was superb! He was very professional and flexible to our needs.“

HanD

„Although we didn’t see dolphins on this excursion we loved the trip and want to thank our captain for doing his best to find the pod! Wouldn’t hesitate to go out with these guys again!“

Jtlederer

„The captain was so knowledgeable about marine life and the local area. He was able to answer all of the questions we had about bottlenose dolphins and give us lots interesting facts about them.“

JennyUK

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Privacy Policy

Frequently Asked Questions

1.What is dolphin watching?Dolphin watching is a practice of observing dolphins in their natural habitat. Watching dolphins in the wild isn't like going to the zoo! The behaviour of wild dolphins is very complex and the experience is always unique as the dolphins migrate through the sea.

2.Do you always see dolphins?We encounter dolphins over 80% of our trips. They are wild animals and on their own schedule so we never know where they will be; however our experienced skipper knows their travel patterns which helps increase our chances. We never give sighting guarantees but in a rare situation that we don't see any dolphin, we'll make arrangements to make sure every customer enjoys their trip.

3.How do we find dolphins? Do we feed them?Pula's dolphins aren't fed or induced in any way to come to the boats. To find dolphins, we take binoculars and keep an eye out to sea, look out for splahes, or breath. On a calm, windless days, any splashes as they break the surface or even jump can easily be seen.

4.What kind of dolphins can we expect to see?Waters around Pula are home to large bottlenose dolphin community, the only cetacean species resident in the coastal areas of the northern Adriatic. Occasionally, striped dolphin, common dolphin and even fin whale can appear in the area.

5.Can I swim with the dolphins?No, the state prohibits intentionally swimming with dolphins in Croatia. They are protected species in the wild.

6.Do the boats disturb the dolphins?Yes, they do. However if they are operated in accordance with the responsible watching guideline, disturbances on the dolphins can be reduced to an absolute minimum.

7.How long the Dolphin Watching trip last? All our trips are approximately three hours in duration from check-in time to the time you get back to the pier. Note: This can vary depending on sea and weather conditions.

8.How many people can you take on a trip?The boat holds up to 12 passengers. In order to operate, all trips are subject to minimum 5 passengers.

9.What kind of people go out on Dolphin Watching trips?Nature and sea lovers! If you’re not, better keep Googling. This may not the trip for you!

10.Is there an age limit?There is no age limit, boat „Boreas“ is safe and fun for all ages.

11.Do we need a reservation?Dolphin Watching trips do sell out quickly and passenger seats are limited, so to guarantee your spot(s) we recommend that you make reservation in advance.
Book on-line or call ahead.

12.How do we book a trip?Booking a trip is simple! For advance booking send us request using our Booking form or an Email and we'll get back to you within 24 hours.
For last minute booking simply give us a call and we’ll do our best to accommodate you.

13.Can i pay cash or is it all by credit card?As we don't accept cards your cash payment is more than welcome.

14.Are private trips available?Yes, we often run private trips for groups up to 12 people wanting the boat to themselves. To inquire about booking a private trip, please send us an Email.

15.What type of boat do you have?Our boat "Boreas" is 7 meters long and 2.5 wide ex lifeboat completely renovated and modified to carry up to 12 passengers, snorkelers or divers with equipment. Is powered by 25 HP inboard diesel engine.

16.Does your boat have shade?Yes, our boat has a hard top to provide a shade.

17.Where does the boat depart from?Our boat departures from the small pier near Stoja Campsite, in front of wich is a car park. If any problem to find us, our crew will meet you in front of the main entrance of Stoja Campsite.

18.Is there parking available?Yes, there is plenty of unrestricted free parking.

19.How early we must arrive prior to departure?20 minutes will give us plenty of time to get you checked in and boarded.

20.What if we arrive late? Can you wait for us?If the other passengers are aboard, we have to respect their time and cannot delay their departure more by than 5 minutes. If you're running late, you can try to contact the crew at +385 977 755 590. Depending on the circumstances we may be able to wait for you.

21.What language do you speak on the boat?All tours can be done in English, German and Italian language.

22.How fast do you go? We do all our boat trips at relaxing and slow pace.

23.How should we prepare ourselves and what should we bring?The easiest way to know what to wear is checking the weather few hours before your trip. The essential item to bring on a Dolphin Watching, is a quality camera. You don’t want to go home empty-handed.

24.Can we stow anything on the boat?Yes, we provide a dry area for your personal belongings, but there is a limited amount of room, so please only bring what you need.

25.Are there food and drinks available aboard?Yes, we offer refreshing drinks and seasonal fruits.

26.Can we bring our own food?You're free to bring anything you would like to eat or drink as long as the amount is small and personal.

27.Is there a toilet on board?No, we strongly recommend that you use the land base facilities near the dock prior to boarding the boat.
You'll have access to clean toilet facilities before departure.

28.Can we bring our dog(s)?Dogs, cats and other animals aren't allowed on our tours.

29.Is smoking permitted on the boat?Yes, smoking on the boat is permitted.

30.Are life jackets provided?Life jackets are part of our safety equipment and are for emergency use only.

31.Will we get seasick?Not likely. We stay very close to the coast and in the summer months the sea is usually very calm. However, „Boreas“ is a small boat and is in motion most of the time. The last thing we want is for anyone to get sick so if the weather is too rough, we'll have to postpone the trip.

32.What is your season, when do you run your tours?Our season starts in May and runs through October. During the off-peak, we are subject to passenger demand and sea conditions. During the peak (July & August) we run up to 3 trips a day.

33.Do you have a weather cancellation policy?Activity may be canceled due to severe weather. The activity usually runs in light rain and other moderate weather conditions. We may cancel the activity up to an hour before the start time in the event of severe or unsafe weather conditions. If we cancel the activity, you'll be allowed to reschedule the trip (subject to availability). If rescheduling isn't possible, you'll be refunded.

34.What is your cancellation policy?If you do not show up for your boat trip, you forfeit your money and there are no refunds. Within 48 hours of the trip departure time, no refund is available. If you call up to 48 hours in advance and need to cancel or move your trip, we'll do our best to reschedule your trip date and time. If we're unable to find an appropriate date and time for you, 90% will be refunded. If the minimum number of passengers (which is 5) are not registered, the trip it could be canceled. In such cases, we'll contact you to reschedule your trip or refund your money. Please check our Terms & Conditions for more details.

If you have any questions that are not answered here, please contact us.