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Diving in the Madeira Aquarium

5.0 · 217 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 100% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Lava Diving Center Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
2h 30m
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
10:00, 14:00 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Dive among sharks, rays and morays in the Madeira Aquarium while friends or family watch from outside the tank.

Scuba equipment is included and beginners can take part; the activity is unsuitable if you fly the same day. 4.98 from 217 reviews at €135 per person for 2h 30m.

In our comparison: #1 of 12 in Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports, 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: €135 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Use of SCUBA equipment

    Children from €135 (ages 10 to 14). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

    Reviews

    5.0
    217 ratings
    Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

    100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 216 of 217

    Star breakdown of all 217 ratings

    5 stars
    214 · 99%
    4 stars
    2 · 1%
    3 stars
    1 · 0%
    2 stars
    0 · 0%
    1 star
    0 · 0%

    What reviewers say

    Reviewers praise patient instruction and close fish encounters; poor conditions can rule out the natural pool dive.

    Praised

    • Patient instruction that helps nervous beginners feel comfortable underwater
    • Clear equipment explanations and practice in the natural pools
    • Close encounters with sharks, rays and other aquarium fish
    • Explanations of marine life and a look behind the scenes at the aquarium
    • Attentive support for children trying scuba diving

    Complaints

    • Rough seas or bad weather can mean missing the natural pool practice dive

    Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (4 January 2020 to 20 September 2025). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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    Meeting point and route

    Meeting point

    Where
    Meeting at the reception of the Madeira Aquarium · Open in Google Maps
    Departure
    10:00, 14:00, daily except Sun; scheduled through September 2027 (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
    Lava Diving Center; booking and payment are completed on Viator

    About this tour, from the operator

    Experience diving for people with or without experience, where we want to put the participants in contact with the species in the Madeira Aquarium, which include sharks, rays, morays and many more. With this experience, participants can contact species that may be difficult to spot at sea, in a controlled environment, and still have the chance to be observed by family / friends as they perform the activity.

    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 and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Accessibility

    • Strollers OK
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby

    Good to know

    • Children from €135 ages 10 to 14

    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

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