Madeira Dolphin & Whale Tour

Madeira Dolphin & Whale Tour

4.5/5
Excellent
Based on 57 reviews
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$56.00
Free cancellation
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Half-day dolphin spotting cruise
  • Sail along the south coast of Madeira
  • Swimming stop
  • Chance to see dolphins, whales and turtles
What to expect

For the chance to see dolphins, whales and turtles in their natural habitat, look no further than this relaxing half-day cruise from Funchal. You'll sail along the stunning south coast of Madeira admiring the sea views and keeping a lookout for marine animals in the distance.

Madeira's location in the North Atlantic Ocean makes it an ideal place to spot dolphins, whales and turtles, but to have the highest chance you'll need to cruise out into the open seas. Step on board a Turkish-style gulet boat in Funchal then depart for the dramatic south coast. You'll be able to watch the coastline twist and turn with steep cliffs rising from the sea as well the horizon for signs of activity.

We'll head out in search of dolphins, whales and turtles – all of which are familiar sights in the seas around Madeira all year round. There's also a stop for swimming and cooling off before returning to Funchal marina where the cruise ends.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Gulet boat ride
What to remember
  • Name of the boat is Bonita da Madeira
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring bathing gear and sunblock
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5/5

Based on 57 reviews from verified customers

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Safety

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Service

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Value for money

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Staff

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  • Sal

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    55 - 64 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Cliff

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    A bit like chance really.Same as seeing northern lights.We saw a hammerhead shark & a pod of dolphins ??

  • Maisymeg

    From United States of America - February 2024

    Traveled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Maybe don’t advertise it as whale watching as the sightings are so rare & expectations are raised, just dolphin searching would be better

  • Travel lover forever

    From United States of America - November 2023

    Traveled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    The pick up was over an hour late! Tui did manage to sort it out, but perhaps more communication needed with driver & tourists, or some kind of confir ...

  • Verity

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Traveled with family

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    4/5

    Staff were friendly and helpful. Boat wasn't as packed as other trips we saw going out which was nice. Loved being able to swim off the boat. Even tho ...

  • Lancashire UK

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Traveled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The guides were really friendly and helpful. They let my children steer the boat and answered lots of questions. We saw lots of dolphins and whales wh ...

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