Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal | 3 hours

580 Reviews | Madeira
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Start Times
2 Adults x $41.99
$83.98
Approx Total
$83.98
Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!
Start Times
2 Adults x $41.99
$83.98
Approx Total
$83.98
Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!
Start Times
2 Adults x $41.99
$83.98
Approx Total
$83.98
Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!
Start Times
2 Adults x $41.99
$83.98
Approx Total
$83.98
Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!
Start Times
2 Adults x $41.99
$83.98
Approx Total
$83.98
Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: Portuguese, English
  • 3-hour dolphin spotting and whale watching tour
  • Friendly guide
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Embark on comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Get the chance to spot dolphins, whales and occasionally even turtles. During the summer months, there is also the possibility to swim in the crystal clear waters below the Cabo Girão sea cliff if the weather and sea conditions are good.

Meeting points

Praça do Povo
J3WR+9P, Av. Do Mar 4, São Martinho, 9000-900 Funchal, Portugal

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VMT Madeira Kiosk - Funchal Marina. Check-In: 30 minutes before departure

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Experience a 3-hour trip by catamaran along the south coast of Madeira Island. We depart from Funchal Marina, giving a quick briefing about the trip and safety matters on board. The crew then starts their search for dolphins and whales, and any other marine wildlife, using binoculars equipped with a compass, doing their best with their experienced eyes. During the summer months, there is the possibility to swim in the crystal clear waters below Cabo Girão if the conditions are good, one of the highest sea cliffs in the world at 580m (1903 ft) in altitude. During the trip, our qualified crew will give you detailed information about the species of cetaceans you are seeing as well as other technical and historic information to ensure a complete and unique experience. Since we are dealing with wildlife, there are times that you could end up the trip with no sightings. In the event of no sightings of cetaceans (dolphins or whales), you will be offered with a complimentary trip to go again on an alternative occasion (valid for 1 year since travel date).

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Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • We always recommend to bring: Sunscreen and windbreaker. For the summer months you could add a towel and bathing suit.
  • In the event you did not see any cetaceans, you will be offered the same trip again on an alternative occasion (valid for 1 year)
  • Swimming is subject to favorable weather and sea conditions

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund
February 06No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Reviews

4.3

580 reviews

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews
  • 5 stars
    350
  • 4 stars
    127
  • 3 stars
    51
  • 2 stars
    25
  • 1 star
    27

Reviews by TravelOne travelers

Showing 1-5 of 350 reviews with 5 stars

Great trip recommended

Published on Oct, 2024

Very enjoyable trip, didn’t see any whales but lots of beautiful dolphins, staff all vey friendly and courteous, plenty room onboard to move around, good little bar for snacks and drinks

Sun, search and sailing

Published on Oct, 2024

I gentle sail across the ocean searching for whales and dolphins…….didn’t see any, however a well run excursion. Offered a repeat trip but short of time to take up the chance to try again .

Dolphin & Whale trip in Madeira

Published on Oct, 2024

Lovely Catermeran, not too busy. Plenty of space aboard up or downstairs. Shame the wildlife never showed up but that's nature. Plenty of great scenery on the sail back to port, swimming if you wanted too at a well no beauty spot under the cliffs. Bar sold draught beers €4 a pint & cold/nice flavour. Overall good value excursion.

Amazing whales and dolphins!

Published on Oct, 2024

Amazing trip! We saw three different species: Bottlenose dolphins, Short-finned pilot whales and also Sperm whales! Easy to book, friendly staff.

Great experience

Published on Sep, 2024

Great trip. Easy booking. One of our party was unwell and unable to come but they refunded us for their trip. We saw a turtle and a couple of pods of dolphins. A fantastic experience. Snacks and drinks on board very reasonable and delicious cocktails. Highly recommend.

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