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Magic Dolphin Celebrity

4.9 Excellent 113 reviews
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2h–3h
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Portuguese, English
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

4.9
113 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

Dolphin and whale watching from a classic sailing catamaran with room to move, capped at eighteen couples, with snorkelling gear and a swimming stop on the later departures. The early morning sailing in high summer is watching only, no swim. 4.89 from 113 reviews at €40 per person.

From the guide

Magic 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.

Tour options

The operator sells this tour in 3 versions. Prices are the operator's current list for two travellers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date and party.

Magic Dolphin Celebrity

from €40 / person
Guide: Portuguese, English

Duration: 3 hours: Close wild life observation from a beautiful sailing catamaran. Passengers are just limited to 25 people max

What this option includes

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.

Dolphin and Whale Watching

from €40 / person
Guide: Portuguese, English

Welcome drink

What this option includes

Dolphin and Whale Watching : Magic Dolphin Celebrity is limited to 25 people max aboard. You can enjoy Celebrity style sailing in Atlantic Ocean.

Dolphin and Whale Watching

from €45 / person
Guide: Portuguese, English

Welcome drink

What this option includes

Sailing Catamaran

Compared with other Nature & Wildlife

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #16 of 31€402h–3h4.89 (113)shared, max 25
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira€742h 30m4.93 (1285)shared
Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4€697h 30m4.92 (3864)shared
4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other€295 per group4.98 (160)private

Ranked #16 of 31 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €310, median €65; typical length 6h. 6 of 31 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 31 Nature & Wildlife

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:00, 10:30, 12:00, 15:00, 15:30
Scheduled through August 2027

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 10:30, 12:00, 15:00, 15:30. Scheduled through August 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 2, 2026.

What's Included

Professional guide
Driver/guide
Use of snorkeling equipment: Use of Snorkelling equipment
Live commentary on board

What's Not Included

Alcoholic beverages: Please note 9am departure does not inc. a swimming stop

Itinerary

Funchal Stop 1
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 min

Departure & Return

Start point

Please arrive 20min prior to the your departure time. Late passengers will not be allowed to aboard.

End point

Please arrive 20min prior to the your departure time. Late passengers will not be allowed to aboard.

Additional Information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Operated by certified multi-lingual guide

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 40 / person