--- title: Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-dolphin-and-whale-watching-on-a-ecological-catamaran/ type: tour city: Funchal country: Portugal price: 35 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.56 reviews: 2228 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 2 of 3 (Catamaran Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-dolphin-and-whale-watching-on-a-ecological-catamaran/ --- # Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran **Guidekin's take:** A whale and dolphin cruise on a purpose built catamaran with hybrid electric engines, so the boat runs quieter around the animals and the decks are wheelchair accessible. The cruise is the whole package: no pickup, no lunch, and sightings depend on the day. 4.56 from 2228 reviews at €35 per person. ## Overview Go green with the premier dolphin and whale watching Eco-experience on Madeira Island! Magic Dolphin Eco is the only purpose built dolphin & whale watching catamaran in Madeira Island with hybrid-electric engines. It was specially developed to assure our passengers a safe, comfortable and exceptional tour. Its hybrid-electric engines reduce noise and emissions making it the best experience not only for our guests, but also for our beloved cetaceans! There are two levels for the best viewing, four trampoline nets located at the bow of the boat, two bathrooms and two bars where you can purchase drinks and snacks. Our crew of certified guides are there to ensure everyone the best possible experience. They share their knowledge about the species we encounter, the history of Madeira and the local highlights. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Please arrive at the Funchal marina 30… - 5 start times: between 09:00 and 15:30 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted ## Key facts - Price: from €35 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.56/5 from 2228 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Likely to sell out - Recommended by 89% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Magic Dolphin ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Magic Dolphin Eco Summer | €35 / person | Portuguese, English | Dolphin and Whale Watching Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: This is a 2.5hours trips does not stop for swimming. Only wild life observation. Early start is the best. Wild life: Great to start early, You will find... | | Dolphin & Whale Watching | €40 / person | Portuguese, English | Ecological Catamaran: Magic Dolphin Eco is the only ecological catamaran in Funchal offers green cruises, no pollution for wild life.. Duration: 3 hours Wild life, Cabao Girao Ecological Catamaran: Magic Dolphin Eco... | | Ecological Cruises | €40 / person | Portuguese, English | Dolphin and Whale Watching Wild Life: Silent, pollution free, ecological Dolphin and Whale Waching Duration: 3 hours Wild life Ecological Catamaran | ## What's included - 2,5hours to 3hours catamaran cruise ## Not included - Lunch - Hotel pickup and drop-off ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 14:30, 15:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - 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 Please arrive at the Funchal marina 30 minutes before your scheduled departure time. All guests must check in with our friendly staff at our kiosk for a boarding pass. In respect to all of our guests the boat leaves on time. If you miss the boat, you will be not be issued a refund. ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Public transportation options are available nearby - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - May be operated by a multilingual guide ## Compared with other Catamaran Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #2 of 3** | €35 | 3h | 4.56 (2228) | shared | | [Eco-Friendly Catamaran Dolphin and Whale Watching](/portugal/madeira/tours/eco-friendly-catamaran-dolphin-and-whale-watching/?format=md) | €35 | | 4.59 (267) | shared | | [Seaborn Catamaran trips](/portugal/madeira/tours/seaborn-catamaran-trips/?format=md) | €35 | 3h | 4.52 (517) | shared | Ranked #2 of 3 in Catamaran Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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