A boat trip aimed at the cetaceans that live around Madeira year round, from common and bottlenose dolphins to sperm whales, with life jackets and fees included. Hotel pickup is a paid extra, drinks and snacks are not provided, and the ride is unsuitable for pregnant travellers. 4.82 from 221 reviews at €63 per person for 2h.
During your visit to Madeira, it is almost mandatory to take a sea tour to observe cetaceans. Its excellent location allows you to see these species throughout the year.
Take a close look at some of the 28 species of cetaceans that inhabit or visit the waters of the Madeira Archipelago. On our boat trips, it is very common to find:
The Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis)
The Painted Dolphin (Stenella frontalis)
The Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truincatu)
The Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)
The Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus)
Bryde's Whale (Balaenoptera edeni).
In the turtle family, the Boba Turtle (Caretta caretta) is the most sighted.
Come and observe these friendly cetaceans and make your trip a truly unforgettable experience!
| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #5 of 15 | €63 | 2h | 4.82 (221) | shared |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island | €60 | 2h | 4.93 (1388) | shared |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1285) | shared |
| VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching | €79 | 3h | 4.9 (1912) | shared |
Ranked #5 of 15 in Whale & Dolphin Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €79, median €52; typical length 2h 30m. 1 of 15 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 15 Whale & Dolphin Watching
This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00. Scheduled through September 2027. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.
- Private car, must be parked in the covered car park inside the Hotel - Public bus, take the SAM bus 113 towards Ponta de São Lourenço and stay at the main entrance of Hotel Quinta do Lorde. The boats leave, at Marina's pontoon D or E
- Private car, must be parked in the covered car park inside the Hotel - Public bus, take the SAM bus 113 towards Ponta de São Lourenço and stay at the main entrance of Hotel Quinta do Lorde. The boats leave, at Marina's pontoon D or E
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
| 1+ days | Full refund |
| 0-1 days | No refund |