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Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island

4.9 Excellent 1378 reviews
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2h
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Portuguese, English
Free cancellation Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Guidekin's take

Best overall in our Madeira comparison. Madeira's signature sea trip: two hours among wild dolphins and whales off the southwest coast, 4.93 from 1,378 reviews at €60 per person.

Trade-off: Check-in is in Calheta, not Funchal.

Last checked: August 21, 2026. Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Overview

From the guide

Experience breathtaking moments with wild animals in their natural habitat with a touch of adrenaline included!

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departures: 09:30, 12:00, 15:30
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:30, 12:00, 15:30. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 12, 2026.

What's Included

Local guide
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board

What's Not Included

Food and drinks

Departure & Return

Start point

We ask you to do the check-in 20 minutes before departure at our Store "H2oMadeira", at the Marina of Calheta (Level 0). (https://g.page/h2omadeira?share) Parking: The marina's car parking lot is the closest and least expensive one in the area (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ly1e8j92jBX8EQMt6)

End point

We ask you to do the check-in 20 minutes before departure at our Store "H2oMadeira", at the Marina of Calheta (Level 0). (https://g.page/h2omadeira?share) Parking: The marina's car parking lot is the closest and least expensive one in the area (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ly1e8j92jBX8EQMt6)

Additional Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • No pets are allowed on board

Cancellation Policy

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

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 60 / person