Portugal · CATAMARAN CRUISES IN MADEIRA
The 11 best catamaran cruises in Madeira you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Eco catamaran whale and dolphin watch from Funchal with silent hybrid engines, expert guides, 3 hours, and views of Cabo Girão.
“A very pleasant morning out on the sea, with slightly rolling ocean. Fresh air and lovely views. Sighting of a few common dolphins was less relevant. Good crew. Thank you”
Funchal’s 3-hour catamaran cruise for dolphins, whales, and turtles near Cabo Girão, plus a swim stop and onboard drinks.
“We were lucky to see both dolphins and whales. Staff were great! ,they interacted with everyone, pleasant, friendly and very informative about the sea life.”
3-hour luxury catamaran in Funchal Bay with snorkeling at Cabo Girao and chances to spot dolphins and whales.
“Here is the revised version without the part about needing anything: ⸻ My mother and I had an absolutely amazing catamaran trip in Madeira! The skipper was incredibly friendly and made the whole experience unforgettable. He even sang along to the music, which created such a fun and relaxed atmosphere on board. His positive energy really set the tone for the entire trip. The combination of beautiful views, great music, and his fantastic mood made this one of the highlights of our stay in Madeira. It was such a special experience for both of us, and we truly enjoyed every minute. Highly recommended – we would definitely do it again!”
Eco-friendly catamaran cruise from Funchal to spot Madeira dolphins and whales, guided by spotters and experts, plus scenic coastline passes.
“Excellent facilities and great guide. We encountered both whales and dolphins. Make sure to dress warm if its windy”
Luxury catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal to Cabo Girão, with marine life talks and a summer swim stop.
“Very pleasant trip. Didn't see dolphins due to sea conditions, but we were offered another trip for €10. Guides explained everything clearly. Both them and the crew were excellent. This did include a swim stop”
Madeira sunset catamaran from Funchal with whale and dolphin watching, a Cabo Girao swim stop, and crew-led sea-life explanations.
“It was a really good fun trip, my only comment would be to go a little further out to see the sun set over the sea rather than behind the mountain as that is what I was expecting.”
Madeira from Funchal on a 3-hour catamaran whale and dolphin watch, with possible Cabo Girão swim and free repeat if no sightings.
“Lovely Catermeran, not too busy. Plenty of space aboard up or downstairs. Shame the wildlife never showed up but that's nature. Plenty of great scenery on the sail back to port, swimming if you wanted too at a well no beauty spot under the cliffs. Bar sold draught beers €4 a pint & cold/nice flavour. Overall good value excursion.”
Seaborn Catamaran from Funchal, Madeira. 3 hours of Cabo Girao coastal views, dolphin and whale chances, plus an onboard bar.
“Swimming in blue ocean and watching small whales. Plesant service on boat and great tasting poncho. It is all for now”
Eco catamaran whale and dolphin watching from Funchal, with land spotters, Cabo Girão views, and live commentary.
“We saw a familiy of dolphins, we had the ability to swim for a bit. I would have prefered to have more time to swim.”
Full-day Desertas Islands catamaran from Funchal, with monk seal conservation walk, volcanic swim stops, snorkeling, and wildlife.
“It was great, the crew tried to show as many species as they could. The only negative experience was the guided walk around the guard’s house. Too many people with one round, can’t hear read, or enjoy it. It would be better in smaller groups.”
Sunset cruise from Funchal to Cabo Girão on a luxury catamaran, with a snorkeling stop and chances to spot dolphins and whales.
“de vazut balene sau delfini nici nu se pune problema sa fi vazut ceva...singura placere a fost plimbarea la apus si un pahar cu vin... sa nu fiti dezamagiti daca nu vedeti nimic, poate altii au avut mai mult noroc...”
Pick the coast, the wine, the water or the walk.
