HD Private Boat Tour from Funchal – Swim, Paddle, Snorkel&Relax

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Madeira, Portugal

3 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Madeira is known for its spectacular scenery, and with this private boat tour, you can save time and see lots of the Cabo Girao Coast in a single day. The route reveals views of Funchal, Camara de Lobos, Calhau da Lapa, and more—with opportunities to take part in watersports activities along the way, such as snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding, too.

Swap crowded sightseeing cruises for a boat tour with zero obstructed views
See the beauty of the Cabo Girao Coast—including Fajã dos Padres
Special opportunity to discover beaches only accessible by water
Limited to just your group, you'll get a totally personalized experience

What's Included

All Fees and Taxes
Use of Snorkeling equipment

Use of Snorkelling equipment
Fuel
Insurance
paddle board
Bluetooth speakers
Crew
One Bottle of rose wine
Fruits

Bathroom

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Cristal Sea Madeira | Private Boat Tours
Praça do Povo, São Martinho, 9000-900 Funchal, Portugal
Company Cristal Sea Madeira, In front of MacDonalds, Marina Funchal, Cais 8, Gate 1

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Funchal (Pass By)

Camara De Lobos (Pass By)

Cabo Girao

40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Faja dos Padres (Pass By)

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation

Not recommended for travelers with back problems
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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Cancellation Policy

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

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Featured review

Chris_D

A wonderful boat trip with lovely hosts who were very friendly and accommodating. Due to weather conditions at sea, we were unable to take the normal route to the west of the island and instead travelled to the east. However, Fabio ensured that this did not impact the enjoyment of our trip and took us to great areas for the snorkelling and paddle boarding. We found this this to be great value for money between 4 of us but would represent even better value if you are a slightly larger group. Would highly recommend joining Kristina and Fabio for a trip along the coast of this beautiful island.

Reviews

5.0

based on 37 reviews

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Sage_W, Oct 2024

Fabio and Kristina were great hosts! Would recommend this as a must excursion. We had plenty of room on the boat and had a great time swimming!

A wonderful and unforgettable trip!

Chris_D, Sep 2024

Response from Host, Mar 2025

Hi Dear Chris, Thanks a lot for your feedback! I remember very well our trip! =) Thank you for joying us and hope we see you again! All the best for you and your friends! Best wishes, Kristina

Beautiful day at sea!

Suzanne_G, Aug 2024

We had an incredible day on the sea with Kristina and Fabio! They were absolutely wonderful! They made the day perfect from start to finish! They showed us magnificent views along the coast that were unforgettable! They also took us to an amazing swimming spot where we were able to swim, snorkel, and relax! Our young children (4 and 7 years old) had so much fun and we felt so safe at sea with them. An absolutely unforgettable experience overall. I highly recommend this boat trip! We will absolutely be booking another trip with Cristal Sea the next time we’re in Madeira!!

Response from Host, Sep 2024

Dear Suzanna, Thank you for your feedback! It was great having you on board. We hope to see you again next time in Madeira! 😊

Birthday treat

Dawn_F, May 2024

What a lovely couple. A memorable day for a special birthday, made extra special by the crew who looked after us so well,

Response from Host, May 2024

Dear Dawn, Thank you so much for your feedback! It is very appreciated! It was great to meet you, your family, and friends on such a special day. We would love to see you again the next time you are on Madeira! Best regards, Fabio and Kristina

Amazing views, very kind captain.

Jeroen_V, Oct 2023

Very nice captain and stewardess. Kind and informative. Our kids loved the paddling and snorkeling, jumping from the boat in the blue sea. Thank you for an amazing time!

Response from Host, Nov 2023

Hi Dear, Thank you very much for your kind words! We're delighted to have provided you with an amazing time, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable moments! Best wishes for everyone =)

Relaxing trip

kirsty_q, Aug 2023

Booked this trip for a family of 3 as we didn't want a crowded tour boat where we would be figgting for good spaces and shade! Fantastic hosts, great opportunity for snorkeling and paddleboarding in beautiful clear water. Amazing views of the Madeira coastline. Snacks provided! Comfy seats to relax and shade if required.

Wonderful Experience!

Robin_S, Jun 2023

We booked a trip on our last day on the island with Fabio and Cristel Sea Madeira. The entire experience was wonderful from start to finish. The boat was beautiful and very spacious and comfortable for the 5 of us. Fabio took us to 3 different swimming spots. All of the views were breathtaking and it was incredible to capture the island from the water. Fabio’s assistant was very knowledgeable about the region and shared so much history with us. We offered beer, wine, water and snacks on our excursion as well. I would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this wonderful experience to anyone looking to relax and enjoy the coastline from the water!

Insgesamt war es ein tolles Erlebnis. Auch die Kinder sind auf ihre Kosten gekommen.

Franziska_L, Oct 2024

Das nette Team auf dem Boot. Sie haben sich unsere Wünschen angepasst und uns schöne Stellen, geheime Buchten und einen tollen Platz zum Schnorcheln gezeigt.