---
title: Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-dolphin-whale-watching-tour/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 48
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.76
reviews: 619
duration_minutes: 120
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 11 of 18 (Whale & Dolphin Watching)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-dolphin-whale-watching-tour/
---

# Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour

**Guidekin's take:** A small boat with only eighteen seats and a marine biologist on board, run with a guaranteed sighting policy and minimal impact on the animals. 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 (table below).

## Overview

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

## Before you book

- Meeting point: Look for the dolphin statue on the street,
- Starts 09:30, 13:00, 16:00: 3 departures a day
- Children from €31: ages 5 to 10

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €48 per person
- Duration: 2h
- Rating: 4.76/5 from 619 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ventura Nature Emotions -Day Tours
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: Portuguese, English
- Start times: 09:30, 13:00, 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02

## Reviews

4.76 from 619 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 587 of 619.

- 5 stars: 541 (87%)
- 4 stars: 46 (7%)
- 3 stars: 8 (1%)
- 2 stars: 10 (2%)
- 1 star: 14 (2%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides and close wildlife encounters; some find the boat's seating uncomfortable.

**Praised:**
- Guides explain marine life and answer questions with enthusiasm
- Close views of dolphins and whales from a boat low in the water
- Fast rides and playful turns are a highlight for many passengers
- Coastal sightseeing on the return adds views and local information
- Attentive crew help nervous or seasick passengers feel at ease

**Complaints:**
- Some find the boat comfortable, while others report uncomfortable seating
- Some bookings fail to go ahead, with little communication from the operator
- Some praise the guides' knowledge, while others find the wildlife explanations lacking
- Some report sparse or distant wildlife sightings

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2025-09-07 to 2026-09-29); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Life jacket

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 09:30, 13:00, 16:00
- 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

Look for the dolphin statue on the street, directly in front of our kiosk.
Please do not go directly to the speedboat. Check in at the kiosk first, and our team will guide you to the boat.
We recommend allowing extra time for parking.
Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJaY6DxAdgYAwRuCDm2UPu0YE

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Compared with other Whale & Dolphin Watching

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #11 of 18** | €48 | 2h | 4.76 (619) | shared |
| [Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-in-calheta-madeira-island/?format=md) | €60 | 2h | 4.93 (1401) | shared |
| [Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1299) | shared |
| [Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-dolphin-and-whale-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €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.

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