Cetaceans watching by catamaran from Funchal
Activities

Cetaceans watching by catamaran from Funchal

4.6/5
Excellent
Based on 13 reviews
from
£34.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 3 hours
Do this because
  • 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.

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What's included
  • check Boat trip
What's not included
  • x_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
  • 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
  • Participants should bring sunscreen, towel, bathing suit and windbreaker
  • Activity may be canceled due to weather conditions or others outside the provider´s control
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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 3 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6/5

Based on 13 reviews from verified customers

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  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - September 2024

    Great

    Overall rated

    4/5

    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 l ...

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Très belle promenade en mer. Nous avons pu voir de très nombreux dauphins. Merci beaucoup

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - June 2024

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    The day was excellent and the staff were helpful and friendly

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - February 2024

    Average

    Overall rated

    3/5

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - November 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Lovely day even without seeing any whales or dolphins, very friendly informative staff

  • Anonymous

    From United States of America - October 2023

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    we loved seein pilot whales, staff were very friendly & helpful..

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