Cetacean Watching from a Window Boat in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, Réunion
Take a unique marine adventure in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains with a Visiobul Sea Life window-boat excursion and watch dolphins swim beneath you!
Practical information
1h15 of cetacean watching on a window boat in Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, La Réunion.
- Dolphin-watching on Réunion's only window boat
- Crew on board specialising in approaching cetaceans
- A family activity accessible to all
Course of events
Please allow 1 hour 45 minutes in total for this activity.
- Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in - toilets available
- Board the ship
- Sailing time (1h15) is divided between underwater observations and cetacean sightings, depending on the weather, visibility and the daily zone where the cetaceans were sighted.
- Return to port, disembark and finish the activity.
Activity requirements
Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
Special terms
Two boats are available for this activity, depending on the number of participants: the Visiobul for up to 12 passengers and the Visionaute for up to 35 passengers.
Another outing will be offered if you don't see the dolphins.
This activity is free for infants under the age of one.
This activity is not accessible to people with disabilities and is not recommended for pregnant women.
Spoken languages:
French, EnglishIncluded
- Professional skipper
- Free parking
Excluded
- Photos
- Drinks
Do not forget to bring
- Sunglasses
- Windbreaker depending on the weather
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Experience a completely new way to explore the ocean during your stay on Réunion Island. On this window-boat tour from Saint-Gilles-les-Bains, you can observe cetaceans and the underwater world without getting wet. The specially designed vessels allow you to gather around the observation porthole and see dolphins not only when they surface, but also as they glide gracefully beneath the boat.
Located on Réunion’s west coast, Saint-Gilles-les-Bains is a popular seaside resort known for its white sandy beaches and protected lagoon. With deep waters nearby and the frequent presence of humpback whales and dolphins, it’s one of the top spots for cetacean watching in Reunion Island.
Suitable for all ages and perfect for a magical family experience, this window-boat tour is led by specialists in marine wildlife encounters. During the excursion, the professional crew will happily answer your questions and share fascinating insights about the underwater world of the Indian Ocean. As a bonus, if the cetaceans are “chatty,” you may even hear them through the boat’s advanced audio system.
Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a truly unforgettable boat trip on Réunion Island. Book your cetacean-watching adventure with a window boat from Saint-Gilles-les-Bains today!