MADEIRA
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The 10 most popular whale & dolphin watching tours in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Eco catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal with silent hybrid-electric engines plus a Cabo Girão swim stop.
“The best xperience in my life, riding in the waves on the way back was the best !!! Thanks you very much”
3-hour Madeira catamaran cruise from Funchal to search for dolphins, whales, and turtles, with views, a swim, and onboard drinks.
“A good experience. The guide made no effort for everyone to hear what he was saying and only covered half the boat. We saw plenty of pilot whales and had a great swim. Timings were good too.”
Luxury catamaran from Funchal for dolphin and whale spotting, a Cabo Girão swim stop, and calm coastline cruising for about 3 hours.
“Terrific , good access to the boat, good seating. Great staff and we were lucky and saw both sperm whales and dolphins.”
Madeira’s VIP whale and dolphin cruise on a luxury catamaran with open bar, sparkling wine, and a swim by Cabo Girão.
“We had a fantastic time on this boat trip! The crew was super friendly and made everyone feel welcome from the start. The boat wasn’t overcrowded, so there was plenty of space for everyone to enjoy the view comfortably. We were treated to some delicious snacks while on board. The highlight of the trip was…”
Madeira’s Magic Dolphin eco-catamaran cruise from Funchal: shore spotters, hybrid-electric power, whales and dolphins, plus coastal sights.
“The price was reasonable, and we got to see a group of pilot whales up close. The itinerary was well-planned and comfortable; after the whale watching, we also enjoyed views of Madeira's coastline and Madeira Airport from the sea. Our whole family was very happy.”
Luxury catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal, sailing to Cabo Girão with possible swims, indoor comfort, and expert crew.
“Absolutely loved this trip, the chap speaking to us about the wildlife found off the coast was incredibly knowledgeable. Really good value for money. And we saw a group of dolphins up close! You also get a free drink included which was a nice touch. Would definitely go back to this company again!”
Luxury catamaran whale and dolphin watching from Funchal with drinks, snacks, and a Cabo Girao swim stop with snorkeling.
“We have been on whale/dolphin watching cruises before with varying degrees of success, but this was by far the best. Liv, Sheila and Chico (I hope I’ve got the names right) were attentive throughout and kept us well supplied with freshly prepared food and drink. They also were quick to identify the dolphins and whales…”
3-hour Funchal sunset sail to Cabo Girão for dolphin and whale sightings, a swim by 580m cliffs, and included drinks.
“Really beautiful boat time! Super easy to get to the meeting point and everyone was on time for the sailing. We sailed/motored for 3 total hours looking for dolphins & whales. Unfortunately we only saw some cool jellyfish but the tour was excellent with a knowledgeable skipper + unlimited beer/wine. We also sailed to the…”
Cruise Madeira’s south coast on a comfy catamaran to spot dolphins and whales, swim below Cabo Girão, and enjoy a free second trip if no cetaceans appear.
“I accidentally ordered the trip for a wrong date. But when I arrived to get our boarding passes a kind woman just switched the date and everything went smoothly. Very kind people an the trip was amazing.”
3-hour dolphin and whale watching sailing from Funchal near Cabo Girão, with snorkeling, drinks, and big Madeira coastline views.
“Bruno was amazing and the rest of the crew. It was such an enjoyable experience and we got to see Dolphins. I would highly recommend.”
