Water activity

From Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Water activity

From Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

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From US$ 26.94 per person

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Set sail for Cabo Girao, one of the world's largest sea cliffs, on a dolphin-spotting cruise from Funchal. Keep an eye out for dolphins and whales as you sail on an eco-friendly catamaran.

About this activity

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Covid-19 precautions
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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese
Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Silent emission free Dolphin and Whale Watching
  • Catamaran build with Modern Tecnology
  • Large nets for observation area
  • Only Catamaran in Madeira has Hybrid engines
  • Watching the wild life silent engaged our electric engines
Full description
Go green with the #1 dolphin and whale watching experience in Madeira Island! Cruise on our brand new purpose-built eco-friendly catamaran and enjoy a comfortable cruise along the south coast of Madeira Island. Watch out for wonderful whales and dolphins jumping and splashing nearby. When sea life arrives our electric engines engage for silent emission free cruising which helps keep the cetaceans very happy! On this tour we will sail a few miles out of Funchal looking for all kinds of wildlife such as dolphins, whales, turtles and endemic birds. We often spot these animals jumping and splashing nearby and it’s always a great sight that never gets old!! Our certified guides will provide you with informative commentary and fun facts about the cetaceans and different species that you may find on your trip and in Madeira Island. On our way back, we sail close to the coast passing by many points of interest such Cabo Girão where you will enjoy stunning views of one of the highest sea cliffs in the world! Camara de Lobos Bay – a traditional fishing village; the world famous Reid’s Hotel where Winston Churchill used to stay during his visits to Madeira Island and much more! You will be able to sit back and take in the beautiful views of the south coast of Madeira Island. Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built catamaran for dolphin and whale watching in Madeira Island. It was carefully developed to assure our passengers a safe, comfortable and unforgettable cruise! It is the only ecological catamaran with hybrid-electric engines for dolphin and whale watching, making it the best experience not only for our guests, but also for our beloved cetaceans! Bar service (2x) with drinks and snacks available; Toilets (2x) on deck wheelchair accessible; Two decks for better sightseeing; Fantastic upper deck providing 360° panoramic views! Great bridge deck shade area; Large nets and sea life observation area; Seating for everyone inside and out; Fast Catamaran – up to 20 knots; Modern safety construction 2022; Stable and comfortable cruising. We are one of very few companies to work with professional sealife spotters on land, providing the best possible chances of seeing them in their natural habitat and high quality observation! We are all about responsible dolphin and whale watching, and love sharing our knowledge with you! Join us and observe sealife the right way, in the wild! Note: The cetaceans in Madeira are wild and free, and it is simply not possible to guarantee their sighting. We observe cetaceans every day, however not always every trip. We will always do our best to find them, however if you are unlucky we will do our best to make you happy! Note: Please arrive to our office in Funchal Marina 30 minutes before departure. If you miss the boat, you will be refused a refund. Note: Cancelations/ Booking Changes must be made 24h prior to departure time.
Includes
  • Unlimited access to the catamaran facilities (superior deck, nets area, bars, ect); Certified Crew/ Guides; Professional Spotters on Land.
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off; Food and Drinks; Snorkel Equipment; Swim stop.

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Important information

Not allowed

  • High-heeled shoes
  • Pets
  • Weapons or sharp objects
  • Smoking
  • Intoxication
  • Vaping
  • Fishing
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Glass objects
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Feeding animals
  • Touching marine life
  • Explosive substances
  • Making fire
  • Nudity
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 227 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Very good!! We saw turtles and a ton of dolphins. We even saw some babies which was cute. Sadly we didn’t see any whales but it was still really fun. If it’s under 25 degrees I would advise you to bring a jacket. And to be safe also bring some dry socks. The crew were all very nice and knew a lot about the sea life. Would definitely recommend!!

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March 26, 2023

Great experience! We were able to see common dolphins and even some rare beaked whales, which our guide and marine biologist was able to tell us all about. I really recommend this company as they really value nature and wildlife and respecting it fully, which is so important for sustainability. Lovely views, comfortable on the boat, with great coffee too!

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March 26, 2023

Professional, friendly, approachable staff. Very knowledgeable about the whales and dolphins and keen on preserving the habitat in which they live. They were very careful and respectful with the catamaran when approaching these animals for sightings. Very clean, lots of space for seating, standing and walking around on board. Delightful afternoon, and we were lucky to have a good visit with spotted dolphins, a Whyte whale and her calf.

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March 26, 2023

Product ID: 426409