Activities

Cetaceans watching by catamaran from Funchal

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£35.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

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Duration: 3 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

See friendly dolphins at the Madeira coast
See also whales, turtles, or sea birds
Enjoy a refreshing swim on a hot day

What to expect

Enjoy this 3-hour trip aboard a catamaran and see dolphins and many more animals!

You will navigate from the southwest coast to Cabo Girão, directly to a great spot where you can see dolphins. Be attentive and you might also see whales, turtles, and sea birds. During summer, and depending on the weather conditions, there will be time for a refreshing swim.

The catamarans are equipped with covered areas with seating, bar, and toilets.

What's included

Boat trip

What's not included

Food and drinks

Where

VMT Madeira - Catamaran Trips, Marina do Funchal, Funchal, Portugal

Meeting point:

Check-in ends 30 minutes before departure. Please be at the meeting point in time and check the last photo in the gallery to find it easily.

What to remember

Know in advance:

The activity is subject to availability and minimum numbers
The activity runs internationally, therefore there may be more than one language onboard
Check-in ends 30 minutes before departure. Please arrive at the meeting point in time
Activity may be canceled due to weather conditions or others outside the provider´s control
Please provide a valid contact number and e-mail address at checkout, so you may be informed of any changes to the tour
Refunds are not applicable in case clients miss their pick-up or cancel within less than 48 hours
Complaints will only be considered valid if made locally and immediately

Remember to bring:

Participants should bring sunscreen, towel, bathing suit and windbreaker

Provider

Eco Viagens

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 2 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6 /5

Based on 17 reviews from verified customers

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TUI Musement Traveler
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5
18 June 2025
We really enjoyed both experiences they were the headliners of our holiday.
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TUI Musement Traveler
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24 July 2025
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TUI Musement Traveler
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5
12 July 2025
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TUI Musement Traveler
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7 May 2025
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TUI Musement Traveler
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4
10 September 2024
The trip was well organised with plenty of seating. We did see whales but then moved quickly back towards shore where i felt we could have stayed to look for other things. But i guess the crew knew we wouldnt see anything else. Overall it was a very good experience and i would do it again
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TUI Musement Traveler
Verified booking
5
4 June 2024
The day was excellent and the staff were helpful and friendly

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