Where can dolphins be seen in Scotland?


Where can dolphins be seen in Scotland? White-beaked and common dolphins In Scotland, they're most often seen in the Minch and to the north of the Outer Hebrides, in the outer Moray Firth and off the Aberdeenshire coast. Common dolphins tend to be summer visitors to Scotland, and are mainly recorded here between May and October, when food is most abundant.


Where is the best place to see dolphins in Scotland?

Best places to see Dolphins in Scotland To sum up, Chanonry Point, Spey Bay and Inverness up in the north of Scotland are our top recommendations for spotting Scottish dolphins, with Chanonry Point the far and away winner. The Isle of Mull in the west is also known for having quite dolphin-rich waters.


Where can you see a lot of dolphins?

Best Places to See Wild Dolphins
  • Azores, Portugal. The Azores archipelago in the mid-Atlantic is currently one of the world's largest marine sanctuaries. ...
  • Southern California, USA. ...
  • Taranto, Italy. ...
  • Bimini, Bahamas. ...
  • Moreton Bay, Australia. ...
  • Hawaii, USA. ...
  • Amakusa, Japan. ...
  • Akaroa, New Zealand.


Are there killer whales in the lochs of Scotland?

MYSTERY POD REVEALED! In 2018, an unrecognised pod of killer whales was spotted in Loch Laxford, prompting our scientists to share the dorsal fin images with other organisations and researchers to attempt a match. Fast forward to 2021 and the pod surfaced again…


Can you see dolphins in Loch Ness?

Another famous resident and not quite as elusive as Nessie, is the Bottlenose Dolphin. You can frequently see these fascinating creatures from Chanonry Point near Fortrose on the Black Isle.


What is the most common time to see dolphins?

Dolphins are most active at the crack of dawn, between 10 am and noon, and from 2 pm till dusk. A great pair of telephoto lenses or binoculars can be invaluable tools to spot dolphins easily.


Which beach is best for dolphin?

Key West, Florida. Key West, Florida is an island well-known for their interactive dolphin experiences. There are numerous tours, cruises and dives all over Key West. Some let you dive and swim with the dolphins while others are strictly a chance to get to watch them in their natural environment.