Dolphin and Whale watching in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, Reunion Island

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From€40
2 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 3 years-old and up

Come and discover the marine life of Reunion Island by boat, departing from the port of Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, for dolphin and whale watching (in season)!

September 2026
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Meeting point:

Port de Saint-Gilles-les-Bains - Ponton D, 97460, La Réunion

Spoken languages:

French, English

Cancellation: Moderate

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About the activity

Head out to sea on a 2-hour excursion in search of whales and dolphins off Saint-Gilles. Turtles, dolphins and seabirds may also be part of the show, offering truly special moments during your rigid-inflatable boat trip focused on marine wildlife observation in Reunion Island.

Comfortably seated on board a boat that can accommodate up to 12 passengers, you’ll cruise along some of Reunion Island’s most beautiful coastline and discover the richness of its local wildlife while also admiring the island’s varied landscapes and spectacular scenery. Whale season in the Indian Ocean runs from July to early October, offering an exceptional natural spectacle not to be missed. However, as these animals are wild and unpredictable, sightings cannot be guaranteed.

A state-certified skipper will accompany you throughout your dolphin and whale-watching excursion in Reunion Island, in the Indian Ocean, and will be happy to share their knowledge and answer your questions about the island’s marine fauna and flora. Your skipper will do their utmost to approach marine mammals as closely as possible while fully respecting their natural environment.

Enjoy an unforgettable experience at sea with Cap Evasion 974 and set off on a boat trip with dolphin and whale watching in Reunion Island from Saint-Gilles-les-Bains!

Reviews

Average rating

4.9/5

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  • Very good
    4.5%
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Nicola V., Italy — 31/08/2026
5/5
We didn't get to see any whales this time, but the boat trip was still highly enjoyable because we encountered many dolphins. Nature is unpredictable, but the excursion was definitely worth it.
David K., Czechia — 26/08/2026
5/5
A very interesting trip with an experienced and very helpful boat captain.
Franziska W., Germany — 14/10/2024
1/5
Wir sind in dem Boot knapp an der Küste langgefahren. Mit einer Schnelligkeit und Lautstärke, dass man niemals Delfine oder Wale sehen könnte. Der Guide hat es nicht mal versucht, das war sehr enttäuschend.
Caroline K., United Kingdom — 06/07/2025
5/5
Very much enjoyed it
ANNICK G., Belgium — 04/09/2026
5/5
Très bonne organisation, ponctualité, infos intéressantes, spot réussi avec pas mal de dauphins autour du bateau. 2 tortues également.

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