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Whale watching

Seeing a whale blow just a few metres away is one of the most exciting experiences that Santurtzi has to offer.

Whale watching at sea is an unforgettable experience. This programme brings it within your grasp. Feel the thrill of dolphins swimming alongside less than 1 m from the boat, enjoy watching a family of long-finned pilot whales and the chance to sail up to a great whale and hear it blow.

We organise exciting, full-day boat trips accompanied by an expert on board.

INCLUDING:

  • 1 day of sailing off the Basque coast.
  • SHORT, BEGINNERS’ COURSE in watching marine fauna.
  • Handbook for identifying sea birds, whales and dolphins
  • Expert whale-watching guide: Gorka Ocio
  • Santurtzi tourist information dossier.
  • Insurance.
Necessary warm clothing and appropriate footwear

More information

VERBALLENAS
Puerto deportivo Santurtzi
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From July to October

Watch in www.verballenas.com

 

Adults: 75 €

<14 years old: 69 €

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The taste of the sea

Santurtzi is a town on the coast where you can enjoy the sea and the hills with urban and natural attractions, try exquisite seasonal fish dishes such as grilled sardines (the local speciality) and sample tasty bar snacks or pintxos.

You can also see the only traditional wooden sailing vessel open to visitors in Bizkaia and the Museum of the Sea, which features exhibits that show the maritime soul of the town and dramatised recreations of traditional fish auctions.

Or feel the unforgettable excitement of seeing a whale blow just a few metres away from you.

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Come to Santurtzi, an attractive, friendly town with the sea in its blood.

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