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Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Madeira

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The 10 most popular cruises & boat tours in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.

10 Best Cruises & Boat Tours In Madeira

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching - Getting Set Up in Funchal Marina (And Picking Your Spot)

1.From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

Most Popular 4.5

Eco catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal with silent hybrid-electric engines plus a Cabo Girão swim stop.

“We had an unforgettable experience with Ecological Catamaran Dolphin & Whale Watching in Funchal, Madeira! The excursion was smooth, well-organized, and absolutely worth it. We saw so many dolphins up close, which was truly magical. We sat at the front of the catamaran and got a fun splash of the Atlantic—just as they warned us…”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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2.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

4.5

3-hour Madeira catamaran cruise from Funchal to search for dolphins, whales, and turtles, with views, a swim, and onboard drinks.

“The whole trip was fabulous from ease of booking onlinr, checking in to get boarding cards. The weather was lovely, watm and sunny, but there was a place the shelter in the shade if and when needed. The crew were really friendly and helpful. We got to see dolphins and turtles, but sadly no whales,…”

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Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise

Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise - Sailing out of Funchal Bay and watching for pilot whales and dolphins

Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran - How the eco-catamaran spotting system works off Madeira

4.Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

4.5

Madeira’s Magic Dolphin eco-catamaran cruise from Funchal: shore spotters, hybrid-electric power, whales and dolphins, plus coastal sights.

“Got to see dolphins, sperm and pilot whales. Also opportunity to learn more about them and the area. Plenty of room on board with helpful staff making sure you got to see the wildlife.”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran - Price and Value: Is $47 for 3 Hours Fair?

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

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6.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

4.7

3-hour Funchal sunset sail to Cabo Girão for dolphin and whale sightings, a swim by 580m cliffs, and included drinks.

“We had a great time on this cruise. we did not see any wildlife, but the captain did his best to try and find some. it is nature, so nothing can be guaranteed. the sunset was beautiful and the views of the shore and the sea were spectacular. it is a relatively small boat that…”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sailing Trip

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sailing Trip - The sail out of Funchal Marina: what your 3 hours actually feel like

7.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sailing Trip

4.6

3-hour dolphin and whale watching sailing from Funchal near Cabo Girão, with snorkeling, drinks, and big Madeira coastline views.

“I really enjoyed this amazing trip! Unforgettable experience, we also saw lots of dolphins and the views were breathtaking Thank you so much for excellent organization!”

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Madeira: Funchal Sunset Tour by Catamaran

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8.Madeira: Funchal Sunset Tour by Catamaran

4.4

3-hour Funchal catamaran sunset cruise with dolphins/whales, sea-life talks, and a Cabo Girão swim stop in the Atlantic.

“Views were amazing! We did see some dolphins, just a warning to people who get sea sick it can be very choppy! Overall a very good evening”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

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9.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

4.7

2-hour Madeira Sea Safari on a rebuilt speedboat with a marine biologist: dolphins, whales, turtles, birds. If none, €10 rebook.

“Brilliant boat trip! So good we wanted to go again on the next trip, but was fully booked. We found a huge group of dolphins and finished the trip with a hammerhead shark! Will definitely do it again if I go back to Madeira. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable.”

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Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal

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