Life jackets are provided and little else; the ride is not recommended for pregnant travellers or anyone with spinal injuries. 4.76 from 619 reviews at €48 per person.
In our comparison: #11 of 18 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €48 per adult.
Children from €31 (ages 5 to 10). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 September 2026.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 587 of 619
Star breakdown of all 619 ratings
Reviewers praise the guides and close wildlife encounters; some find the boat's seating uncomfortable.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (7 September 2025 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
Reviews are shown as the platforms publish them and removed when they disappear there.
Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
We guarantee observation of whales and dolphins in their natural environment.
Sustainable observation with minimal impact on animals.
Boat with only 18 seats
Marine biologist on board
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #11 of 18 | €48 | 2h | 4.76 (619) | shared |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island | €60 | 2h | 4.93 (1401) | shared |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1299) | shared |
| Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira | €524 per group | 2h 30m | 4.94 (562) | private |
Ranked #11 of 18 in Whale & Dolphin Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €109, median €52; typical length 2h 30m. 2 of 18 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 18 Whale & Dolphin Watching