Transport
Had to virtually run 15 mins from coach station to boat as soon as we got there. Did not see any dolphins, no explanation off crew. Was late off boat and had to virtually run to coach station for mini bus to rock. Mini bus drivers and tour reps arguing as we were late. Your was shortened as we were late from boat. Had 15 mins at caves. 3 mins at Ape dens. Arrived at coach station 2.50pm and had to be back on coach at 3.15pm. had no free time in Gibraltar as stated in the excursion,no time food
An exotic blend of the familiar and the unusual, Gibraltar is a must-visit. This tour ticks off all its top attractions – the Barbary apes, the Rock and Main Street. And to top it off, you'll set sail around the Bay of Gibraltar for the chance to spot dolphins along the coast. Rosa, one of our expert local guides, says, ‘Gibraltar's monkeys are the most accommodating wildlife around. Unlike dolphins, you don't have to search for them – they come looking for you, especially if you're holding food.'
The fun kicks off with a boat trip in the bay to look out for dolphins. Three species – bottlenose, common and striped – are known to frolic in these waters. Then, back on dry land, head for a guided minibus tour of the Rock of Gibraltar, which juts 426 metres above the Mediterranean. You'll stop at Europa Point, where there's a monument to General Władysław Sikorski, who died here during WWII. You'll also visit the Rock's recently renovated St Michael's Cave, which now hosts an auditorium.
At the Upper Rock nature reserve, you'll meet the free-roaming Barbary apes – Europe's only wild monkeys. Rosa adds, ‘There are about 300 monkeys on the Rock. A local legend says that if the monkeys disappear, Gibraltar will stop being British.' Back at ground level, Gibraltar's town centre has a distinctly British feel to it. Head to Main Street, where many of the British high street chains have outlets, for a mooch around its duty-free shops.
