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title: Half Day Madeira Island Cruise with Lunch
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type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 70
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.86
reviews: 95
duration_minutes: 300
languages: [en, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Lunch and pickup?
rank_in_category: 3 of 9 (Boat Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-03
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/half-day-madeira-island-cruise-with-lunch/
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# Half Day Madeira Island Cruise with Lunch

**Guidekin's take:** An all inclusive half day cruise along the coast with a homemade buffet lunch, unlimited drinks, snorkelling gear and hotel pickup already in the price, with commentary on the sights as you pass. The route stays close to shore, so it is a lunch cruise rather than a wildlife hunt. 4.86 from 95 reviews at €70 per person.

**Lunch and pickup?:** Choose the lunch cruise for buffet, drinks and hotel pickup: 5h at €70 per person, 4.86 from 95 reviews; wildlife is not its focus. Trade-off: Coastal sightseeing, not a dedicated wildlife trip. (last checked September 15, 2026)

In our comparison: #3 of 9 in Boat Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

Enjoy a stress-free all-inclusive boat trip from start to finish with hotel pickup and drop-off included. Step aboard and settle into a comfortable spot in the sun or shade as you cruise across the waters. Feel the ocean breeze, listen to the waves, and take in the stunning coastal views with unlimited drinks available throughout the trip. While cruising close to the coastline, enjoy onboard commentary about famous tourist spots, local curiosities, and interesting facts about the area along the way.

Make a stop at the beautiful Calhau da Lapa, a picturesque spot perfect for swimming and snorkeling surrounded by dramatic cliffs and natural scenery. Explore the underwater world using the provided snorkeling mask and snorkel before your swim. After your swim, use the onboard small shower head to rinse off the saltwater before relaxing back on deck.

Continue the experience with a freshly prepared buffet lunch featuring chicken, pork, and tuna fish, with sides of rice, potatoes, and salad, along with alcoholic beverages, soft drinks, and refreshments all included. Finish your meal with dessert and coffee while relaxing at sea and soaking up the views.

Spend the day swimming, snorkeling, eating, drinking, and unwinding on the water before returning comfortably to your hotel.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 75 pickup points
- Starts 09:30: one departure a day
- Food included: Wonderful bofe lunch with homemade food
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €35: ages 5 to 11

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 75 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €70 per person
- Duration: 5h
- Rating: 4.86/5 from 95 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Living sea
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: English, Spanish
- Start times: 09:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03

## Reviews

4.86 from 95 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 93 of 95.

- 5 stars: 85 (89%)
- 4 stars: 8 (8%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 1 (1%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the attentive crew and freshly prepared lunch; some wanted more detailed commentary.

**Praised:**
- Attentive crew who keep passengers supplied with drinks
- Freshly prepared lunches with a choice of dishes
- Close dolphin encounters and whale sightings
- Relaxed coastal cruising with an enjoyable swim stop
- Easy hotel pickup and return transfers

**Complaints:**
- Some wanted more detailed commentary, while others found it informative
- Some found space on board limited, while others had plenty of room
- Some trips had no dolphin or whale sightings

Written by Guidekin from the 69 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-07-24 to 2026-09-26); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Soda/Pop
- Bottled water
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Use of Snorkelling equipment
- Wonderful bofe lunch with homemade food
- Restroom on board
- Coffee and/or Tea

## Itinerary

1. **Meeting point Once on board the boat, you'll embark on an enchanting journey ...** (5h) - Meeting point Once on board the boat, you'll embark on an enchanting journey around the sult waters of Madeira, experiencing the very best this island has to offer. Savor a delightful half-day boat trip, including the opportunity to take a refreshing dip in the crystal-clear...

## Schedule

- Runs: Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
- Departures: 09:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

It is just to the left of the ferry to porto santo "Lobo Marinho".
Statue of Cristiano Ronaldo, go to the west side which gives access to the port of funchal right at the beginning of the port is the ferry to porto santo it is right there. 
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJXzQbpzlfYAwRk8jZWXDxsPU

Pickup points listed by the operator: 75

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Boat Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #3 of 9** | €70 | 5h | 4.86 (95) | shared |
| [Madeira Private Sunset Boat Tour from Funchal](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-private-sunset-boat-tour-from-funchal-2/?format=md) | €310 | 2h 30m | 4.99 (98) | private |
| [Half-Day Boat Trip Madeira Funchal- Private Yacht Snacks & Drinks](/portugal/madeira/tours/half-day-boat-trip-madeira-funchal-private-yacht-snacks-drinks/?format=md) | €550 per group | 4h | 4.97 (36) | private |
| [Whale & Dolphin Watching boat trip](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-dolphin-watching-boat-trip/?format=md) | €55 | 2h 30m | 4.85 (110) | private |

Ranked #3 of 9 in Boat Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €310, median €55; typical length 3h. 3 of 9 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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