Activity
Al Lark, observation des dauphins
Cancale · Ille-et-Vilaine
Al Lark, an association founded in Cancale in 2004, studies and protects the marine environment, with boat trips devoted to the bay’s bottlenose dolphins.
- Suggested time
- 1 to 3 hours
- Type of place
- Nature trip at sea
- Atmosphere
- Scientific and respectful.
- Getting there
- Check booking, minimum age, weather, times and equipment directly with the operator.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 9/10
- As a couple
- 7/10
- With friends
- 8/10
- Solo
- 6/10
- With a dog
- 2/10
- Reduced mobility
- 4/10
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About
Al Lark is a non-profit association, recognised as being of public interest and based in Cancale since 2004. It works for biodiversity and the protection of marine environments through awareness-raising, education and scientific studies. It is run by employed nature guides and marine biologists, with many volunteers. The association holds the Jeunesse et Éducation populaire and Éducation nationale approvals. Al Lark offers boat trips devoted to studying the bottlenose dolphins that live in the bay: a way to watch them while contributing to knowledge about them. Trips are booked online on its website.
What you will see
- Association recognised as being of public interest
- Nature guides and marine biologists
- Boat trips to study bottlenose dolphins
- Based in Cancale since 2004
Tips on the spot
- Sightings depend on the animals and the weather: nothing is guaranteed.
- Bring warm clothes and a windproof layer.
- Book early in summer.
Frequently asked questions
Who runs the trips?
The Al Lark association, based in Cancale, with nature guides and marine biologists.
How do I book?
Online, on the association’s website.
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