Dolphin and whale watching speedboat tour ticket
- The warm Atlantic waters off Madeira's south coast are teeming with wild whales and dolphins. See these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat from a speedy semi-rigid inflatable boat, on this award-winning Madeira dolphin and whale-watching tour.Head to the Rota dos Cetaceos – ‘Cetacean Route' – base near the Funchal marina, where you'll receive expert information from the marine biologist team about the species that you'll likely be observing at sea – including bottlenose dolphins, pilot and sperm whales, and stately sea turtles.Other team members are positioned at elevated look-out posts along the coast, so they will radio in the location of dolphin and whale pods. Armed with their location, you'll be whisked off in small, lightning-quick inflatable boats, where the expert drivers will bring you really close to the dolphins and whales without disturbing them – and your on-board marine biologist will be happy to answer your questions about the wildlife on display.
Package Options
Sightseeing Tours
| Tour Type | Shared tour |
| Transportation method | Get there on your own |
| Departure Time | Standard Departure (8-9 am) |
| Tour types | Guided tour |
| Meal arrangement | Arrange yourself |
| Sightseeing type | Natural sights, Whale watching, Dolphin watching |
| Transport | Sightseeing cruise |
| Cruise type | E-boat |
Product Info
Purchase Notice
Reminders
Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
Meeting point description: «Galerias São Lourenço» Shopping Centre at the Rota dos Cetaceos office ( shop nr 35)
Tour duration approximately is 2.5 hours – tour times vary depending on the time of year
We prioritize responsible and respectful wildlife viewing on all of our dolphin and whale-watching tours, and we try to avoid interfering with their natural behaviours as much as possible. While sightings can't be 100% guaranteed due to this conservation-focused effort, we'll try our best to make sure you see them
From May to October, there are three daily departures: 09:00, 12:30 and 16:00. From November to April, there are two daily departures: 09:00 and 13:30
The trips will only be carried out in suitable sea and atmospheric conditions
Meeting point location: Rota dos Cetáceos office, Marina do Funchal, shop number twoArrival: Please arrive 20 minutes before the trip for a briefing with a biologistMap link: https://maps.app.goo.gl/sjMJ5Mf9pyCYQWo87
Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
Bring a hat
Subject to weather conditions
Not suitable for wheelchairs
Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
Bring suitable footwear
Bring money for extras or gratuities
This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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