Denia
The coastal city of Denia joined our WeWhale locations in summer 2024, with four whale and dolphin observation experiences on offer to visitors and locals alike.
A prime whale-watching destination along Spain’s Costa Blanca coast, a wide range of marine life can be spotted in the waters offshore. Species to watch out for include bottlenose dolphins, spotted dolphins, common dolphins, Fin whales, Risso’s dolphins and long-finned pilot whales.
The second largest whale in the world, the fin whale, migrates along this coastline every year and is often spotted in the warmer months. A protected area spanning 900 hectares, the Cabo de San Antonio marine reserve, is situated between Denia and Xabia/Javia.
Denia is an historic port city – the walls of the Moorish Denia Castle dominate a hilltop by the marina and its ruins also host the Archaeological Museum, with Roman artefacts found nearby. On a visit to Denia, it’s also worth checking out the Toy Museum (showcasing the city’s rich toy-making heritage), the Ethnological Museum, the baroque Assumption Church, and the City Hall (with its beautiful arcades).
You can access the nearby Montgó Nature Reserve – make sure to check out the lighthouse on San Antonio Cape that sits on top of a stunning cliff.
A popular gateway to the Balearic islands, Denia has sandy beaches, lots of amazing bars and restaurants, and has a welcoming Mediterranean climate (mild winters and warm summers).
Our boat in Denia
’Som Mar’ is our elegant sailboat based in Denia, designed for a serene and eco-friendly whale and dolphin watching experience in the Mediterranean. Powered by a 100% electric engine, ‘Som Mar’ glides through the waters with zero emissions, ensuring a minimal environmental impact while offering an authentic sailing experience and learning about whales and dolphins.
Whale and dolphin observation experiences

Join us aboard ‘Som Mar’, our 100% electric sailboat in Denia, for a completely emission-free sailing experience as we look for whales and dolphins in the Mediterranean.
Our experiences in Denia include both morning and sunset tours, and are available both as a shared group experience or as a private experience (where you can book the entire boat for a private journey with friends/family/workmates etc.)