Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal
Embark on comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Get the chance to spot dolphins, whales and occasionally even turtles. During the summer months, there is also the possibility to swim in the crystal clear waters below the Cabo Girão sea cliff if the weather and sea conditions are good.
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Option 1: Join us on our comfortable catamarans for a relaxing trip along Madeira's south coast. Strong possibility of spotting dolphins and whales and, occasionally, even turtles!
What's included in Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Experience a 3-hour trip by catamaran along the south coast of Madeira Island. We depart from Funchal Marina, giving a quick briefing about the trip and safety matters on board. The crew then starts their search for dolphins and whales, and any other marine wildlife, using binoculars equipped with a compass, doing their best with their experienced eyes. During the summer months, there is the possibility to swim in the crystal clear waters below Cabo Girão if the conditions are good, one of the highest sea cliffs in the world at 580m (1903 ft) in altitude.
During the trip, our qualified crew will give you detailed information about the species of cetaceans you are seeing as well as other technical and historic information to ensure a complete and unique experience.
Since we are dealing with wildlife, there are times that you could end up the trip with no sightings. In the event of no sightings of cetaceans (dolphins or whales), you will be offered with a complimentary trip to go again on an alternative occasion (valid for 1 year since travel date).
Inclusions
- 3-hour dolphin spotting and whale watching tour
- Friendly guide
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- We always recommend to bring: Sunscreen and windbreaker. For the summer months you could add a towel and bathing suit.
- In the event you did not see any cetaceans, you will be offered the same trip again on an alternative occasion (valid for 1 year)
- Swimming is subject to favorable weather and sea conditions
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- VMT Madeira Kiosk - Funchal Marina. Check-In: 30 minutes before departure
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
In the case we don’t see any cetaceans, we offer a second trip • Due to the nature of this tour and the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund. • Minimum numbers apply. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund • We always recommend to bring: Sunscreen and windbreaker. For the summer months you could add a towel and bathing suit.
