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15 Best Madeira Catamaran & Boat Tours

These are the catamaran and boat trips I’d pick from Funchal marina, most tracing the south coast to Cabo Girão. That cliff drops 580 meters into the sea and only makes proper sense from the water. Sailings on this side are usually gentle, dolphins often tag along, and swim stops depend on the day’s swell.

1.From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

Discover Madeira’s marine wildlife on a eco-friendly catamaran, with silent engines, expert guides, scenic coastal views, and a swim stop in Cabo Girão.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Lovely crew on boat. Delighted to see pod of pilot whales …a real treat. Thank you team. Be warned, it’s gets ve dry chilly out there, on way out to observation area. Bring layers!”

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2.From Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Embark on an extraordinary adventure in Funchal! Witness the breathtaking beauty of dolphins and whales on a thrilling catamaran cruise. Book your unforgettable experience now!

“It was a very nice atmosphere and we saw some bottlenose dolphins and commun dolphins during our trip. 100% recommend! Stuff was friendly and they give you a lot of informations about the dolphins you encounter.”

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4.Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise

Embark on a luxurious adventure in Funchal Bay! Join us for an unforgettable dolphin and whale watching experience aboard our exquisite catamaran. Book now and dive into nature's wonders!

★ 4.2

“Really friendly guides and boat was very nice! It’s a shame we didn’t get to see dolphins & whales, but they made the trip fun and exciting.”

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5.Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour

Experience unforgettable sunsets, dolphin sightings, and ocean swims on this intimate Madeira sailing trip. All drinks included, perfect for relaxation and adventure.

★ 4.7

“Amazing Trip fabulous Guide and Captain, Joe was amazing such a lovely man. Only thing to make it perfect would be dolphins 🐬 but that's nature. Sunset Fabulous”

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6.Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

A breathtaking adventure awaits as you embark on Madeira's Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour on an Ecological Catamaran, where ethical tourism and educational insights collide.

★ 4.5

“The guide was very knowledgeable and shared information about both pilot whales and dolphins. We were fortunate enough to see a family of whales as well as several dolphins.”

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7.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran

Embark on an oceanic odyssey in Funchal aboard a luxury catamaran, where nature's wonders await, promising a breathtaking encounter like no other.

★ 4.5

“A wonderful tour with a fabulously charismatic and knowledgeable marine biologist. We saw dolphins and experienced a beautiful day on the stunning catamaran. Absolute bargain, highly recommended!!! 10/10”

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8.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

Experience the magic of Funchal with our unforgettable Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour. Join us for an adventure you won't want to miss!

★ 4.7

“We went out into the ocean (you will need to take off your shoes at the beginning, I advise you to take a change of clothes and socks with you, there is a chance to get wet from the waves) at 4 pm and began…”

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11.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

Embark on a thrilling adventure in Funchal! Join our Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise and witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat. Book now for an unforgettable experience!

★ 4.7

“Amazing experience now for the second time for me. Knowledgeable, caring and friendly guide and pilot. Saw a large pod of Atlantic Spotted Dolphins and two sperm whales. Highly recommended. I would do this time and time again...”

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12.Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise From Funchal

An unforgettable adventure awaits as you set sail on the Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise From Funchal, where the wonders of the ocean will leave you breathless.

★ 4.5

“Lovely Catermeran, not too busy. Plenty of space aboard up or downstairs. Shame the wildlife never showed up but that's nature. Plenty of great scenery on the sail back to port, swimming if you wanted too at a well no beauty spot under the cliffs.…”

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13.From Calheta: Madeira Whale and Dolphin Watching Boat Tour

Discover the wonders of Madeira's marine life on an exhilarating boat tour. Witness majestic whales and playful dolphins in their natural habitat. Book your adventure now!

★ 4.8

“First, the team is super nice! They really do care about the animal protection and I never felt like I’m doing sth wrong being a tourist using a boat to get watch dolphins. The tour was stunning, we got to see different groups of dolphins…”

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15.Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

Embark on an exhilarating adventure in Funchal! Witness majestic whales and playful dolphins up close. Book your speed boat tour now!

★ 4.6

“The best tour ever. My biggest disappointment was that I had to took of the boat, when the tour finished. :) We saw a big group of dolphins and a family of whales. I really enjoyed this trip and recommend it to everyone who loves…”

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