The early morning sailing in high summer is watching only, no swim. 4.9 from 115 reviews at €40 per person.
In our comparison: #16 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
3 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices per adult for a party of two. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From, per adult |
|---|---|---|
| Magic Dolphin CelebrityThe page price | Duration: 3 hours: Close wild life observation from a beautiful sailing catamaran. Passengers are just limited to 25 people max Catamaran: Sailing Catamaran Catamaran: We sail 6mil of the cost of Funchal, and we try and find the Dolphins and Whales in their natural habitat. | €40 |
| Dolphin and Whale Watching | Welcome drink Dolphin and Whale Watching : Magic Dolphin Celebrity is limited to 25 people max aboard. You can enjoy Celebrity style sailing in Atlantic Ocean. | €40 |
| Dolphin and Whale Watching | Welcome drink Sailing Catamaran | €45 |
Children from €30 (ages 5 to 11). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 September 2026.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 112 of 115
Star breakdown of all 115 ratings
Reviewers praise the spacious boat and informative crew; wildlife sightings are not guaranteed.
Written by Guidekin from the 76 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 October 2019 to 26 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Magic Dolphin Celebrity is a unique sailing catamaran. Offers so much space for each guest. Limited just 35 people aboard. Please note in July and August we have daily departures. 9am departure does not stop for swimming break. Please choose correct departure if you like to swim! Less passengers for better experience. You can feel like a real celebrity. Our professional team will be looking out for Whales and Dolphins. When we find them, our guides will give you all the information you need to know about these wonderful creatures. You have your personnel guides, no que, no crowd.. Total relaxation, what you deserve for your holiday. Summer months, we will stop in Gabo Girao for a dip into Atlantic Ocean. Please note July and Aug our 9am trip is only 2.5hours. We may not have enough time to stop for swim. On your way back, you can sit back and relax, enjoy the views of beautiful bays of Funchal and the view to famous Reid s Hotel, where Sir. Winston Churchill stayed once.
20 minMagic Dolphin Celebrity offers, upmarket dolphin and whale watching.
Boat is unique, beautiful classic sailing catamaran. Has so much space inside and outside. Limited to 18 couples max aboard, so everyone can enjoy the view without a crow and feel real celebrity.
Please note, July and Aug our 9am trip is only 2.5hours and may not have time for swimming stop. This will be only for wild life watching.
For those want to have dip into ocean trips departing 12noon and 15.30pm has a 20min swimming break. Please choice the correct departure.
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 · #16 of 48 | €40 | 2h–3h | 4.9 (115) | shared, max 25 |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1299) | shared |
| Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4 | €69 | 7h 30m | 4.92 (3880) | shared |
| VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching | €79 | 3h | 4.9 (1943) | shared |
Ranked #16 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €310, median €55; typical length 7h. 9 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 48 Nature & Wildlife