Portugal · WHALE WATCHING
The 15 best whale watching tours 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 whale and dolphin cruise from Ponta Delgada with marine biologists, catamaran or Zodiac boats, plus a second trip if no sightings.
“It was an amazing experience! Thank you so much for being a part of this 🫶🏼”
3-hour whale watching from São Miguel with a marine biologist, plus an islet loop around Vila Franca do Campo. Sightings guaranteed.
“We saw many dolphins and a sei whale. People organizing and on the boat respectful for all animals and passengers.”
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!”
Madeira luxury catamaran from Funchal to Cabo Girão for whale and dolphin spotting, unlimited drinks, snacks, and a cliffside swim.
“Tour was fantastic. Crew was very kind and told a lot of interesting facts about dolphins and whales. We had a lot of snacks and drinks. It was right decision to pay more. It was a definitely VIP tour. Thank you so much!”
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”
VIP catamaran whale and dolphin watching from Funchal, with snacks, drinks, and a Cabo Girao swim stop for about 3 hours.
“Enjoyable trip. Super friendly and knowledgable staff. Where Abel to quickly get to a sort to see a bunch of whales/ dolphins. Didn’t have a ton of li o after that but what we saw was super cool.”
3-hour catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal, with a Cabo Girão swim stop and a free second trip if no cetaceans appear.
“We had a pleasant afternoon and were lucky to see a small wale during the trip. Nice crew and an enjoyable trip. do recommend.”
3-hour sail from Funchal to Cabo Girão for dolphins and whales, with snorkeling and drinks onboard.
“Bruno was amazing and the rest of the crew. It was such an enjoyable experience and we got to see Dolphins. I would highly recommend.”
Fast RHIB cruise from Funchal to spot wild whales and dolphins with marine biologists, plus possible ocean swimming and sea-life sightings.
“Great trip! We saw bottlenose dolphins and pilot Wales. Dolphins had a little game with us! Very knowledgeable guides and fast comfortable boat.”
3-hour São Miguel whale-watching cruise led by marine biologists, guided by coastal lookouts, safe distances, and coastal geology.
“A marvellous experience. At 60+ and in reasonably good health, the zodiac boat was a great choice for our cruise; it was fun and adventurous. Our guide was so knowledgeable and incredibly respectful of the animals we were out to spot. From the first group of a hundred-plus spotted dolphins riding along the waves with our boat for quite some time, to seeing the sei whales, and the seemingly choreographed acrobatics of the striped dolphins, we felt privileged to have such an experience. Pure joy!”
2-hour speedboat whale and dolphin adventure from Funchal, Madeira. Small group, fast scouting, and possible dolphin swim with gear included.
“Very focused on respectful way of seeing the dolphins.”
Fast RIB whale and dolphin watching in Calheta, Madeira. Small groups, live onboard facts, and a gentle search for cetaceans.
“Excellent experience for the whole family! Our 7 year old daughter enjoyed it very much. Awesome tour guides. Would definitely do it again.”
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