Sanctuary of Cetaceans

Published on 02 November 2020 in Various

Among the many possibilities that the Ligurian Sea offers, there is also the opportunity to spot dolphins or whales. We are in the heart of the Cetacean Sanctuary, established in 1991 based on a project that began in the distant 1970s. The protected marine area covers approximately 100,000 square kilometers and includes the waters of Toulon on the French coast, Capo Falcone and Capo Ferro, respectively in western and eastern Sardinia, and Fosso Chiarone in Tuscany. It goes without saying that Liguria is at its core.

Thanks to specific whale watching activities, there are numerous opportunities to spot cetaceans in their natural habitat. From spring to autumn, boat trips are organized to offer the experience of sighting with a marine biologist on board. From the eastern to the western Riviera, all you need to do is choose the departure port to live the experience. Camogli, Genoa, Varazze, Savona, Loano, Andora, Laigueglia, Bordighera, Sanremo, and Imperia offer open-sea excursions, often lasting the entire day. Patience is required, but we are confident that the frequent sightings will more than make up for the wait.