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Watch humpback whales in the tropical fjord of Golfo Dulce
Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
Boat tour from Puerto Jiménez into Golfo Dulce. Watch humpback whales, dolphins and sea turtles.
What you can experience here
In Golfo Dulce you can go whale watching in one of the few tropical fjords in the world. The calm, warm water serves as a nursery for humpback whales. Common bottlenose dolphins, Stenella, sea turtles and numerous seabirds are also frequently seen. The gulf is designated as a Whale Heritage Site. Your guide explains the wildlife and the protection of the ecosystem.
The tour starts in the morning at the Public Pier in Puerto Jimenez, usually at 7:30 or 8:00am. You spend 3 to 4 hours on the boat in the bay, often with a short stop for snorkelling. The best time is from July to November, with especially frequent sightings in August, September and October. From December to March there are also humpback whales present, but in lower density.
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Good to know when planning
- Start at the Public Pier in Puerto Jimenez, usually at 7:30 or 8:00am
- Tour duration 3 to 4 hours by boat
- Season July to November and December to March, best chances in September and October
- Golfo Dulce is a Whale Heritage Site – choose certified operators
- Recommended minimum distance to whales 150 m
Where you can book it
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Whale watching
4:00 h · from $80
Operator: Changing Tide Tours
What others say about Changing Tide Tours
Nutzer loben Changing Tide Tours für gut organisierte, sichere Touren mit engagierten und sachkundigen Guides. Besonders hervorheben sie die persönliche Atmosphäre, das Naturerlebnis und den respektvollen Umgang mit Tieren. Auch die Verpflegung an Bord erhält positive Erwähnung.
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Whale watching boat tour
4:00 h · from $100
Operator: Osa Wild · 4.6 out of 5 (192 reviews)
What others say about Osa Wild
Nutzer loben Osa Wild für professionelle Organisation, engagierte und sachkundige Guides sowie persönliche Betreuung in kleinen Gruppen. Die Touren bieten einzigartige Tierbeobachtungen und nachhaltige Erlebnisse. Flexibilität und Unterkunft erhalten ebenfalls positive Erwähnung.
Operator reviews are based on travellers' opinions and were summarised with the help of AI.
Categories
- Wildlife watching
- Tours
Where you'll find it
Provinz Puntarenas, Puerto Jiménez, Costa Rica
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