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Dolphin and whale watching speedboat tour ticket

4.6/5
80 reviews

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.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Madeira
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Language:English, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Smaller group size
e-Voucher

Why you’ll love this…

  • This is a chance to observe a large variety of cetaceans
  • There's an onboard marine biologist to share knowledge and insights
  • The trip takes place on fast semi-inflatable boats

Important to know

  • 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

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Speedboat ride
  • Boat trip
  • Marine biologist
  • Life jackets

Booking fee

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


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI PORTUGAL