This is a specialized tour for wildlife lovers (the chance of seeing more than one species during the trip is quite high). If you did not see any wildlife you will be given another trip completely free of charge.

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Free cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Covid-19 precautions: Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
Mobile ticketing: Use your phone or print your voucher
Duration 2 hours: Check availability to see starting times.
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Live tour guide: English, German, Polish, Portuguese

Highlights

Look for whales and dolphins off the coast of Madeira
Learn more about the marine life from the certified guides
Get the chance to snorkel in the summer

Full description

Look for whales and dolphins in their natural environment on a small group cruise with a dedicated crew. Climb aboard the boat in Funchal marina and be amazed at its smooth ride thanks to the 500hp engines and stable design. Encounter different groups of dolphins, whales and turtles in the water, and get up-close sightings as you speed across large distances in little time. Marvel as the animals breach and splash about in the water, and learn more about these amazing creatures and life in the ocean from the certified guides. Listen to an informative commentary about the sea life and places of interest of Madeira. Each boat can carry up to 18 passengers and 2 crew members.

Includes

All taxes and entrance fees
Snorkeling equipment
Guide

Food and drinks
Pick-up and drop off

Covid-19 precautions

Safety measures in place

All required protective equipment is provided
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds

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Meeting point

Tour operator's office, Marina do Funchal, 9000 Funchal, Portugal

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Important information

Know before you go

Wear comfortable clothes
Bring your swimming costume in the summer
Bring a towel
Please advise if you have any heart conditions, back problems or are pregnant
Sea Life sightings is guaranteed. If you do not see any wild life you will be given a second trip free of charge (please do not leave this activity to your last day of your holiday). There is no cashback refund given.

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Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 86 reviews

Review summary

Guide
4.9/5
Transportation
4.9/5
Value for money
4.6/5
Safety
4.6/5

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We had an amazing time on our trip today. Josephine was amazing and such a credit to Magic Dolphin. She is so passionate and enthusiastic about the ocean and the wildlife. You can really tell she completely loves her job. We saw a big group of dolphins and it was the most amazing experience.

July 29, 2021

We enjoyed our first boat trip so much that we decided to try the experience again a few days later and we do not regret it. We got to see a tropical whale, a pilot whale and a school of spotted dolphins up close. Two just breathtaking walks. Go there with your eyes closed. Our first guide spoke perfect French. Thank you to them for this great experience.

September 16, 2020

We booked the tour in the morning at around 11 am on March 3rd, 2018. It was really beautiful, the tour is in English but you really understand everything very well. We saw 2 species of dolphins and a whale and a turtle. You are very close to the animals The dolphins, for example, swim very close to the boat, really breathtaking. The team is also very friendly and even totally enthusiastic when they discover animals so that you are really carried away, Josefin still explains everything exactly about the respective species. One of the best excursions ever to immerse yourself in nature.

March 6, 2020

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise

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