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WWF Whale Whatching sailing experience & cruises

Experiences of sea and navigation accompanied by biologists WWF researchers, to learn how to observe, identify and protect the cetaceans of our seas. A vacation in contact with with nature, made of relaxation, fun but also passion for the sea and for its inhabitants.

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Whale watching cruise with WWF guide on an 18-meter schooner between Tuscany and Corsica

Italy: Tuscany

6 days - 6 nights

One departure available

August - September

€1,041

€989

Per person

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4.7

Long weekend of whale watching with WWF guide on an 18-meter schooner

Italy: Tuscany

3 days - 3 nights

2 departures available

September

Starting from

€441

€419

Per person

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4.7

Long weekend of whale watching with a WWF guide between the Amalfi Coast, Ischia and Capri

Italy: Naples & Amalfi Coast

3 days - 3 nights

2 departures available

September

Starting from

€452

€429

Per person

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Reviews - WWF Whale Whatching sailing experience & cruises

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Whale watching cruise with WWF guide between Tuscany and Northern Corse

08/12/2025

Rebecca G.

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Italy

The first time on a sailing boat was an experience I will not forget. Living a week in the middle of the sea allowed me to adopt a totally different point of view, with the possibility of closely observing the animals that inhabit our seas. Life on a boat requires a certain adaptation, but it was not difficult at all, given the harmony that was created with the rest of the crew, with the skipper and with our WWF guide. An experience to be repeated for sure
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Whale watching cruise with WWF guide between Tuscany and Northern Corse

08/11/2025

Alice Z.

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Italy

All great but the boat had a problem with the pump and we didn't have any water most of the time. Is there a refund in these cases? Thank you
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Whale watching cruise with researcher between Liguria and the French Riviera

08/10/2025

Claudio F.

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Italy

Truly splendid experience. Recommended for all cetacean and marine environment enthusiasts. It was an exploration of the sea in search of splendid animals, as imposing as they are delicate. Led by Ivo, a fantastic skipper, who with the help of his son Ludovico (also a great cook) have splendidly taken the boat both to the high seas above underwater canyons between Liguria and France, and to splendid views along the coast where you can end the day with a swim and dinner in the roadstead. Thanks to Alice, a fantastic WWF Travel guide who is passionate, prepared and enthusiastic about the marine world, who with great energy illustrated the aspects of observation, study and research on cetaceans and other marine fauna. Last but not least, thanks to a close-knit group (in which no one knew the other before departure) made up of pleasant, enthusiastic and interesting people, who lived this journey with the same spirit of discovery. And always with an eye on the sea, ready to spot blows and fins!
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Whale watching cruise with researcher between Liguria and the French Riviera

08/10/2025

Daniela M.

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Germany

It was a wonderful trip from all points of view! Our guide Alice, a fantastic, knowledgeable and passionate person, taught us how to spot cetaceans and her lessons were very interesting and lively! We spotted dolphins every day and the tail of a sperm whale! A unique privilege! The skipper Ivo, his boat, Lodovico and all his crew ... super! I would leave today! It is an experience for those who love animals, cetaceans, the sea, the horizon and nature and want to learn from these wonderful animals and understand the threats to which the Mediterranean Sea and its flora and fauna are unfortunately subjected. Swimming in wonderful waters and snorkleling, sailing and adventure, aperitifs on the boat with a full moon, sunrises and sunsets looking for fins on the horizon! Fair winds!

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7 reasons to choose a WWF Travel research cruise with Sailsquare

  • Experience the magic of spotting the cetaceans that populate our seas accompanied by a WWF Italy research biologist who will share his knowledge, passion and tools with the crew
  • Conscious travel, with minimal impact on the planet: a sailing cruise is in fact one of the most environmentally friendly vacations you can take. The fuel is the wind, and on board you are encouraged to behave responsibly towards the environment and the ecosystem.
  • Share the magic of the typical life on board: conviviality, respect and authenticity.
  • Discover the beauty of living in close contact with nature, in hidden bays far from crowded places.
  • Come on a cetacean watching cruise on the itineraries specially designed by WWF's team of research biologists.
  • Experience a unique and exciting experience that will make you return home with many wonderful memories.
  • Entra a far parte di un vero e proprio progetto di ricerca che ti vedrà protagonista nell'identificare e proteggere delfini, balene e altri cetacei che abitano le acque del Mediterraneo.

Everything you need to know about WWF research and whale watching cruises

What's the best time to board a WWF cruise and what are the best places for sightings?

In general, you can go on a WWWF research and whale watching cruise year-round. There are times that are more suitable to combine the cetacean sighting experience with the pleasantness of enjoying long, warm days.

During spring and autumn, weekends and long weekends are organized for research experiences that focus on the Italian coast, particularly in Sardinia, Liguria and Tuscany. In summer, in addition to weekly cruises to Italian destinations, cruises to Greece and the Balearic Islands are also added.

Does one need to have sailing experience?

Absolutely not. Anyone can board a WWF cetacean research and sighting cruise. Moreover there are no age limits and anyone can enjoy this experience: from the lone traveller, who wants to combine the pleasure of meeting new people on board with the thrill of experiencing cetacean sightings, to the family who wants to experience an adventure that is perfect for adults and children, to couples and groups of friends looking to relax, have fun and get in touch with nature.

The WWF research and cetacean spotting experience is a great way to experience the wonders of nature.

The love for the sea, its inhabitants and their protection represent a fixed point in the programming of WWF cruises, which is enriched with new travel formulas that combine the charm of a vacation in the most beautiful seas of our country with the possibility of living firsthand experiences related to research and conservation. Sailsquare and WWF propose a real experience of Citizen Science, a cruise on a sailing boat involved in scientific research activities WWF for the preservation of megafauna in the seas of the Mediterranean. An experience of sea and navigation accompanied by biologists researchers WWF, where you can learn to observe, identify and protect the cetaceans of our seas, from the threats they face every day, such as fishing and boating traffic.

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