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Madeira Private Sunset Boat Tour from Funchal

5.0 · 98 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Funchal Operated by Madeira with Linda Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Private tour, your party only
Guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, Hungarian, Spanish
Start & pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Confirmation within 48 hours · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A private sunset sailing from Funchal for your own group only, with snacks, water and alcoholic drinks on board and a chance of dolphins, whales or turtles along the coast.

It is priced per person for 2h 30m; not advised for anyone prone to seasickness. 4.99 from 98 reviews at €310 per person.

In our comparison: #13 of 45 in Private Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €310 per adult.

Included and not included

  • light snack
  • Bottled water
  • Alcoholic Beverages
  • Restroom on board

    Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 31 August 2026.

    Reviews

    5.0
    98 ratings
    Tripadvisor 61 · Viator 37

    100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 98 of 98

    Star breakdown of all 98 ratings

    5 stars
    97 · 99%
    4 stars
    1 · 1%
    3 stars
    0 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    0 · 0%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise the relaxed private setting and the captain's local knowledge, but poor weather can hide the sunset.

    Praised

    • Friendly captain who shares Madeira's history and answers questions
    • A relaxed private atmosphere with time to enjoy each other's company
    • Coastal and sunset views, with Funchal's lights on the return
    • Drinks and snacks served on board
    • Clear meeting instructions and helpful communication before departure

    Complaints

    • Some trips had no visible sunset because of the weather

    Written by Guidekin from the 89 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (20 June 2021 to 28 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    We meet in Marina do Funchal at Pier B where the smaller boats, yachts are. In the afternoon on the day before the tour we will be sending you the exact instructions in order to find our boat easily, the departure point of the tour and also the meeting time as that differs based on sunset time. · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    Runs daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
    Return
    This activity ends back at the meeting point
    Pickup
    No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
    Operator
    Madeira with Linda; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    Itinerary

    About this tour, from the operator

    Walking, children and accessibility

    The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

    Walking and health

    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

    Children

    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Not recommended for infants

    Accessibility

    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Good to know

    • Food included light snack

    The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth

    Cancellation policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

    • 1+ days: Full refund
    • 0-1 days: No refund

    Compared with other Private Tours

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    This tour · #13 of 45€3102h 30m4.99 (98)private
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    Full Day of Wonders: Madeira 4x4 Private Tour€425 per group7h5.0 (116)private

    Ranked #13 of 45 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €310, median €85; typical length 5h. 45 of 45 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 45 Private Tours

    From €310 per adult