Dolphin watching by boat from Porquerolles, aboard the ship “Croix du Sud V.”
We offer a 4-hour dolphin watching cruise off the coast of the Hyères Islands.
Right from the start of the cruise, we may be lucky enough to encounter groups of bottlenose dolphins frequenting the island's coastal area. Further out to sea and approaching the underwater canyons, there are three other species of dolphin:
the striped dolphin (the most abundant species in the Mediterranean), Risso's dolphin, and the long-finned pilot whale.
Depending on the encounters we have and the time remaining, we will try to reach more distant whale areas.
Accompanied by naturalists and photographers from “Découverte du Vivant,” we will offer a lecture on board, as well as microphone presentations, covering biological concepts related to all the species encountered during the trip. The Croix du Sud V holds the “High Quality Whale Watching” label, a guarantee of sustainable and respectful whale watching.
During each cruise, a photo report is provided free of charge by the naturalists of Découverte du Vivant.
Duration : 4h
Pets allowed : yes
Environment
- Close to a motorway
- In centre of town
- Town location
- Close to a public transportation
- Close to pleasure port
- Pedestrian area
- Bus stop < 500 m
- Sea within 300 m
- On the Haven
- In the historic centre
Further details
The sea cruise is accessible to people with the following disabilities: visual, hearing, mental.
For people with reduced mobility, the boat can accommodate two classic wheelchairs (no motorized wheelchairs), knowing that the toilets are not accessible with the wheelchair because they are too narrow.
Foldable strollers are also accepted.
Tips
ℹ️ Good to know : You can book your cruise directly at the Tourist Office of Sanary.
Subject to good weather conditions. Schedules may vary.
From 05/07 to 19/07/2026 on Monday and Thursday between 10.45 am and 2.45 pm.
Subject to good weather conditions. Schedules may vary.
From 20/07 to 02/08/2026 on Monday between 10.45 am and 2.45 pm.
Subject to good weather conditions. Schedules may vary.
From 18/08 to 31/08/2026 on Monday between 10.15 am and 2.15 pm.
Subject to good weather conditions. Schedules may vary.
From 01/09 to 01/11/2026 on Thursday between 10.45 am and 2.45 pm.
Subject to good weather conditions. Schedules may vary.
