Do you want to live an unforgettable experience while respecting nature? Have you dreamed of living an exceptional experience since you were young? Then, Le Lavandou is the ideal place for you! Nestled on the magnificent Mediterranean coast of France, this charming seaside town offers a unique opportunity to meet dolphins in their natural environment while preserving their fragile environment.
Encounter dolphins responsibly
Live an unforgettable experience by meeting the dolphins & Yes! But it is essential to do it in a manner Oenology et respectful of the environment. Le Lavandou has taken steps to ensure that interactions with dolphins, whales, and other mammals exceptional marine are done with the greatest respect for their natural habitat.
Naturalist outings with specialized guides
Live the experience a sea trip specially designed to observe the dolphins. These excursions are carried out with experienced and specialized guides. They know the areas where these animals can be found safely. THE boats are also equipped to minimize their impact on'marine ecosystem.
Naturalist outing to meet cetaceans – Vedettes Îles d’Or and Le Corsaire
Education & awareness on marine mammals
The naturalist guides not only take you in search of dolphins. They also share with you essential information on cetaceans, such as dolphins, whale, rorqual, turtle…They explain their behavior, their habitat and the threats facing these fascinating marine species. Education plays an important role in raising awareness about the preservation of these species.
Watch the dolphins
It's pure happiness, a childhood dream that comes true
Meeting the dolphins
I regularly had to leave navigate at sea early in the morning in summer.
What could be more pleasant than going to Sunrise on a “sea of oil”?
– Expression commonly used to mean that there is not a wave, that the sea is calm-
By sailing a few minutes towards the islands – Port-Cros, Le Levant, Porquerolles -, you enjoy the landscape. This moment of pure happiness where the sea is calm like a lake, where you let your thoughts flow. Then, suddenly, SURPRISE! A magical encounter takes place. A meeting with the dolphins! They are there, playing with the furrows of the boat's waves. Have fun putting on a show in front of you by jumping in turns, or together, like a ballet dance.
It is in these moments that you realize how beautiful nature is! How lucky you are to be present in that moment. Pure happiness, a childhood dream come true.
In Lavandou, mainly in summer, you just need to go a little off the coast to have a good chance of meet the dolphins or sometimes even Whales ! Indeed, Le Lavandou is part of the Pelagos sanctuary – maritime space subject to agreement for the protection of marine mammals who frequent it.-
The Pelagos Sanctuary
The Pelagos Sanctuary houses a marine biodiversity exceptional. It is home to many species of fish, sea turtles, sperm whales and of course, of dolphins. The nutrient-rich waters attract an impressive variety of marine life. THE dolphins, in particular, find refuge in these waters to feed, reproduce and rest.
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