Madeira
The whale and dolphin sailings from Funchal: eco-catamarans with biologists aboard, resident dolphins most trips and passing whales in season. Deep water starts just offshore, which keeps the sail short and the odds high.
Discover Madeira’s marine wildlife on an eco-friendly catamaran, with whale and dolphin sightings, scenic coastal views, and a swim stop. A responsible and comfortable adventure.
Most Popular“Fantastic trip. A must for everyone. Brilliant crew and boat. We saw Pilot Whales, Bottleneck Dolphins and a large school of rare Stripe Dolphins. Only the 2nd sitting of the Stripe Dolphins this. Am amazing trip.”
Experience Madeira’s coast with a 3-hour dolphin and whale watching cruise. Spot marine life, enjoy stunning sea views, and swim in crystal waters.
“Entire experience was amazing and all went as planned - we have been extremely lucky as we managed to watch whales and dolphins during the trip. Staff was helpful and also enjoyed watching with all the crew - we could see their happy faces. Wild…”
Experience Madeira's marine life on this 3-hour luxury catamaran cruise, spotting whales and dolphins, with a snorkeling stop at Cabo Girão for an authentic ocean adventure.
“Very nice. Weather was not ideal but we still had a great time.”
Experience Madeira’s marine wildlife on a luxurious, all-inclusive 3-hour catamaran tour with dolphin and whale sightings, scenic stops, and VIP service.
“The activity was truly wonderful and very interesting. The crew was extremely professional, kind, and attentive especially when my girlfriend wasn’t feeling well. They took great care of her throughout the entire trip, which made a big difference and showed a high level of competence…”
Experience Madeira’s marine beauty on an eco-friendly catamaran. Spot whales, dolphins, and stunning coastal sights on a 3-hour adventure from Funchal.
“Well organised trip. We were on a cruise ship and walked to where the Magic Dolphin kiosk and boat are. All staff were very professional, particularly the staff on board. We saw pilot whales and common seals. Take a waterproof, as you may get very…”
Experience Madeira’s marine life with VipDolphins' luxury whale watching on a stylish catamaran, complete with drinks, snacks, and snorkeling at Cabo Girao.
“We really enjoyed this trip. The crew were very friendly, the snacks were varied and delicious and the drinks kept flowing. We were lucky enough to see dolphins and pilot whales which was wonderful. With time for a dip in the sea it was a…”
Experience Madeira’s marine life on a luxury catamaran. Spot dolphins, whales, and turtles, enjoy scenic coastal views, and swim at Cabo Girao.
“Very helpful, informative guides. We had a great day out, didn't happen to see whales but plenty of dolphins and a beautiful morning out on the water (and a dip in as well) cannot be disappointing EVER. Recommend !”
Experience Madeira's marine life on a 3-hour dolphin and whale watching cruise from Funchal. Scenic views, onboard comfort, and a chance to see marine animals.
“Handsome Vin, Alex, Sin and Viet were the best guides!!! Had an awesome day”
Experience Madeira's coast with a 3-hour dolphin and whale watching tour from Funchal, including snorkeling, scenic views, and expert guides for an authentic marine adventure.
“Most perfect day on the boat with a great crew, playlist, route and spot to hop into the water!!! Would always do it again! Thanks so much to the captain bruno, to Joe the best tour and local guide with so many tips and a…”
Experience Madeira’s marine life on a 2.5-hour whale and dolphin watching cruise from Funchal with guaranteed sightings, knowledgeable guides, and stunning views.
“We had an unforgettable whale & dolphin watching tour with Rota dos Cetáceos. Our captain Luís was absolutely fantastic and navigated with such care, even zigzagging through the waves to make the ride more comfortable for a lady on board with a broken arm. Our…”
Experience Madeira's marine life with a 2-hour speedboat tour from Funchal, spotting whales and dolphins in their natural habitat for $56.
“Everything was amazing, we hoped for more animals but in the end it was enough. The sea wasn’t so calm and we couldn’t swim with the dolphins unfortunately. The tour guide was just perfect, she explained everything we needed to know and she answered to…”
Experience Madeira’s marine life with a small-group whale and dolphin tour from Calheta, featuring snorkeling, stunning coastal views, and personalized service.
“Nice trip around the coast of Madeira - highly recommend the outfit - the rating is due to the fact that we did not see any sealife - lovely experience though.”
Discover Madeira’s best eco-friendly whale and dolphin watching with small boats, expert guides, and a commitment to marine conservation for a memorable experience.
“The speedboat ride itself was great fun — the captain made it really entertaining with small jumps and turns along the way. Even before leaving the harbor, we saw a monk seal feeding, which was already an incredible start to the trip. We then traveled…”
Experience Madeira’s marine wildlife on a 2-hour dolphin and whale watching cruise with marine biologists, speedboats, and guaranteed sightings.
“We saw small whales which were also dophins! Very fun 😊😁😊😁”
Experience Madeira's marine wildlife up close on a 3-hour catamaran cruise, spotting dolphins and whales, with optional swimming at Cabo Girão.
“We saw the dolphins on the second trip, the operator offered kindly a second trip because we didn’t see them the first time. Great policy!”
Levada trails in the clouds and wicker toboggans down to the sea.