Tours - Land / Sea, Gibraltar

Picked up from a travel agency on my last trip to Gib

Monday - RONDA

Pick up time from your hotel is at 0830hrs, returning to Gibraltar at around 19.00hrs. Please do not forget to bring your passport and remember that the local currency in Spain is Euros.

You will be driven by our experienced driver/guide on a comfortable air-conditioned coach to explore the mountain range of one of Andalucia's most popular destinations, Ronda.

The beautiful scenic drive to this majestic old white wash town of Ronda is both relaxing and enchanting, stopping en route for a comfort stop at a typical Spanish venta situated at the foot of the range.

During your stay in Ronda you will be given free time to explore its tranquil streets, once renowned for its bullfighters and ruthless 'bandoleros' bandits. You can walk past one of Spain's oldest bullrings and even visit the infamous 'tajo', a 300 foot gorge which is the symbol of Ronda. You can have lunch at any of Ronda's typical Spanish restaurants whilst admiring the spectacular panoramic views that this gracious town offers.

At 17.00hrs, we return back to the coach and make our way back to Gibraltar, passing along more breathtaking scenery and views, returning to your hotel at around 19.00hrs

Adult: 17.00 pounds
Child: 12.00 pounds

Dolphin World offers a cruise around the visually spectacular and historical Bay of Gibraltar and has a 95% success rate in finding dolphins! The Bay and Strait of Gibraltar are home to the Common, Striped and Bottlenose dolphin, as well as the occasional turtle, flying fish and several species of whale. The Cruise on the Brixham Belle will allow passengers to see these fascinating mammals in their natural environment without disturbing them.

* Cruise lasts approximately 90 minutes
* Comfortable frontline seating in sun or shade
* Award-winning commentary on dolphins and Gibraltar
* Souvenirs, toilets and bar facilities on-board
* Recommended by leading Tour Operators and Cruise Lines.

Dolphin World combines an unforgettable dolphin-watching experience in the Bay and Strait of Gibraltar with a fascinating commentary, making the experience a unique Rock Tour by sea!

Taken from the leaflet I picked up when I was last home!

Prices change according to time of year and sailing times too so you would need to call up in advance.

The Bay of Gibraltar has one of the highest concentrations of dolphins in the Mediterranean and there are a number of companies running trips out to see them, I used Dolphin World. Best time is November to January and be aware that the boats tend to go into dry dock during February or March for maintenance. The cost is about £20/£25, either pick up a leaflet at one of the tourist places along Main St. or take a stroll down to Marina Bay and check out prices and times.

If you go to Gibralter you must visit the undergraund tunnels there you can learn a little bit of the Rock history, inside this tunnels you will find some example of the meals that the soldiers eat at that time, some of the weapons that was used and the soldiers cloths. When this trip finished do not forget to visit the top of the Rock and appreciate the magnificent view of the peninsula, but be careful with the gracious monkeys because they still all you have on your hands (sunglasses, bags, photographic machines, etc…)

Wild experience
They are also very small, but the dolphin breed I do not know the name of. The captain told us that the dolphins will only come alongside when they have eaten their fill. I guess it`s what you call `at the right time and the right place`, perfect timing! Make it a point to take one of these trips, it is well worth it.

Dolphins in sight
I must admit, I was very excited about this trip and I was in luck. The dolphins were in a friendly and playful mood. There was an area on the boat which was situated very low to the water where you could stand and reach out with your hands. I was extremely lucky enough to be able to touch one of these dolphins and the experience was out of this world!

Out to see the dolphins
This is one of the boats I took a trip on with a party of tourists to go out to sea and visit the dolphins. The trip involves going round the Rock to see the magnificent views and then out to see the dolphins at play.

I've not done this trip, but have seen the dolphins in this area. A few years ago while coming down the coast of Spain by bus, just a few miles from Gibraltar I noticed the waters were disturbed. I realised that it was dolphins, many hundreds of them, jumping as they made their progress along the coast.
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There is a Dolphin cruise that heads out into Algeciras bay or the Straights, the operators guarantee sightings of dolphins or they will return your money. The trip costs (£20 adults, £8 children)