Drinks, snorkelling equipment and towels are included; pricing is per group and wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. 4.94 from 562 reviews at €524 per group/vehicle for 2h 30m.
Best for: Book Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira by day: yacht, drinks and snorkel gear, 2h 30m at €524 per group/vehicle; no hotel transfer. Whale & Dolphin Watching comparison
Trade-off: No hotel transfer.
In our comparison: #3 of 18 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
2 options from the operator, described in its own words. Prices are the operator's from-prices: per adult for a party of two, or per group where marked. Click an option to book it on Viator. Guide languages on every option: English, Spanish, Portuguese.
| Option | What the operator says | From |
|---|---|---|
| Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in MadeiraThe page price | €524per group | |
| Upgrade to our 14 seater yacht | Gringo Yacht Private charter: Small groups and designer tours only! Choose an even more spacious yacht; Gringo yacht is perfect for groups up to 12 guests! | €890per group |
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 555 of 562
Star breakdown of all 562 ratings
Reviewers praise the attentive crew and comfortable boats, but some trips end without dolphin or whale sightings.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (5 November 2023 to 2 October 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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Ratings collected from Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
Whale Watching Tour:
Treat yourself to a comfortable yacht and a professional crew!
How about a glass of sparkling wine while watching whales and dolphins?
This formula allows you to live this experience in a more intimate way and in a refined luxury environment.
Simply the best for you and your loved ones!
Our yachts, Gringo and Miranda, are moored in the port of Calheta. We sail out to meet the local species of cetaceans, assisted by a spotter on-land while guided by a professional crew of 2. From there on, the world is at your feet!
Depending on the weather conditions, you can decide to sail along the coast, to swim in the ocean with goggles and fins, to sunbathe and relax with a fresh drink.
Or, witness the magic of the Sunset from a privileged place, Choose an evening private cruise and experience the ocean in a different way!
We can accommodate 5 guests for private charters on Miranda, 12 guests for private charters on Gringo. Choose the options that suits your expectations!
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The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #3 of 18 | €524 per group | 2h 30m | 4.94 (562) | private |
| 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 |
| VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching | €79 | 3h | 4.9 (1943) | shared |
Ranked #3 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