The 4 Best Whale Watching Trips in Cape Verde

1.Whale Watching Trip with Motoryacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 115 reviews · 3 hours · from $94Our pick

Join Boa Vista Tours for a three-hour whale-watching cruise from Sal Rei, led by local marine biologists such as Josie and Sarah. From March to May, humpback whales gather near Boa Vista to mate and give birth. Expect a careful search, useful wildlife briefings, drinks, and the possibility of seeing mothers with calves, but no guaranteed sightings.

“Saw no Whales which was fine- understood the risk whilst booking the trip. The thing that agitated me was the instructor who when asked 'did you see any whales on the morning trip?' (we were on the afternoon slot)- told us 'No, to be honest we are now out of season for the whales we likely won't see any.' keeping the trip open and available to book. Paying £130 for two people, and knowing we weren't really in season. This is greed by the provider, and the option to book should be limited to the particular season. All should be refunded. thanks”

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2.Whale Watching half day trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 15 reviews · 3 hours · from $76Best value

Join Boa Vista Tours for a three-hour whale-watching trip from Sal Rei in a Zodiac boat. A local marine biologist explains humpback behavior as you search the sea from February to May, with the strongest activity noted from March through May. Hotel pickup, return transport, and English or German guiding are included.

“We hebben meerdere walvissen gezien en daarnaast het gezang van walvissen gehoord. Heel bijzonder. er werd veel informatie gegeven gedurende de tour.”

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3.Catamaran Sailing Tour or Whale Watching at Boa Vista

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $84

Spend about 3 hours and 45 minutes aboard CatVerde’s 13-meter catamaran with captain Marc and a small group of up to eight. Summer trips include sailing in Sal Rei Bay, Djeu Island, snorkeling, and time to relax. Winter trips focus on whale watching under sail.

“Great morning spent on the open seas watching for whales. We did see 2 whales which is an amazing sight. Mark and his crew were very attentive and ensured all on board were well looked after. One not to miss if you get the chance.”

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4.Whale watching tour SEASONAL

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 3 reviews · 2 months · from $76

Join Riamar Diving Center in Boa Vista for a seasonal humpback whale tour from mid-February to late May. Groups are limited to six, with an English-speaking guide, marine biologist, fresh water, and soft drinks on board. Sightings are never guaranteed, but the small boat can give you a close sense of the whales’ size.

“We only saw 1 whale which I missed so disappointed”

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