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Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour from Funchal

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Madeira, Portugal
High interest
Booked 4 times today.
  • 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

The deep waters off Madeira Island are home to a dazzling array of marine life, with dolphins and whales sharing the waves with birds, turtles, and more. On this wildlife-spotting adventure, take to the seas for up-close sightings of the native Bottlenose Dolphins, Sperm Whales, Spotted Dolphins, and Pilot Whales who call Madeira home. Enjoy free time to snorkel at your leisure—depending on the season—with a second trip guaranteed if you make no sightings.
  • Take to the waves off Madeira Island by boat with your guide
  • Watch the waters for wild dolphins and whales in their natural habitat
  • Free time for snorkelling, depending on the season
  • Second wildlife-spotting trip guaranteed if you make no sightings

What's Included

  • All activities
  • Live commentary on board
  • Local guide
  • Tour escort/host
  • Professional guide
  • Use of Snorkeling equipment
    Use of Snorkelling equipment
  • Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Rota dos Cetáceos
    Galerias São Lourenço, Loja 35, São Martinho, 9000-045 Funchal, Portugal

    Before each trip there is a short introduction where you’ll learn all about these majestic creatures, then the adventure starts.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1

Rota dos Cetaceos

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Most travelers can participate
  • Dress code is smart casual
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 52 travelers

Cancellation Policy

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

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Reviews

4.5
based on 322 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

great visit and guides,...

Filipa_S, Aug 2025
great visit and guides, we were lucky to spot a pod of dolphins and pilot whales, all safe and respectful for the animals.

Misleading description

Artify, Jul 2025
Misleading description. It should have been possible to swim during the Tour- it was not and partial refund for that was denied. Since that was the objective for us, we just wasted time and feel scammed.

Not worth it

Rayan_A, Jun 2025
Don’t believe that you will see whales We just saw some dolphins for 5 minutes And the boat will brake your back it’s too small it will make u so dizzy because it’s not stable it’s a survival boat !

Viel Adrenalin und viele Delphine

Katarzyna_K, Dec 2023
Die Fahrt mit dem Boot über den Atlantik war sehr aufregend, und dann kamen die Delphine! Unvergesslich! Aufregend und schön zugleich!

From $70.51

per person

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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On average, this is booked 11 days in advance.

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