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.
In our comparison: #7 of 18 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
One price for every traveller: €63 per adult.
Children from €45 (ages 5 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.
96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 212 of 221
Star breakdown of all 221 ratings
Reviewers praise the marine biologists and respectful wildlife watching; some outings end without any sightings.
Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (25 April 2022 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.
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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!
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| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| This tour · #7 of 18 | €63 | 2h | 4.82 (221) | shared |
| 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 |
| Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira | €524 per group | 2h 30m | 4.94 (562) | private |
Ranked #7 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