--- title: Whale & Dolphin Watching in Madeira lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-dolphin-watching-in-madeira/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 63 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.82 reviews: 221 duration_minutes: 120 languages: [pt, en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 18 (Whale & Dolphin Watching) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-04 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-dolphin-watching-in-madeira/ --- # Whale & Dolphin Watching in Madeira **Guidekin's take:** 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. In our comparison: #7 of 18 in Whale & Dolphin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview 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! ## Before you book - Meeting point: - Private car, - 8 start times: between 09:00 and 17:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Children from €45: ages 5 to 12 **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €63 per person - Duration: 2h - Rating: 4.82/5 from 221 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Madeira Sea Emotions - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Start times: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.82 from 221 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 212 of 221. - 5 stars: 200 (90%) - 4 stars: 12 (5%) - 3 stars: 4 (2%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 4 (2%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the marine biologists and respectful wildlife watching; some outings end without any sightings. **Praised:** - Marine biologists explain animal behaviour and answer questions - Close views of pilot whales and dolphins are recurring highlights - Respectful wildlife watching without chasing the animals - The speedboat ride and swimming stops add to the enjoyment - Offers to return after unsuccessful outings are appreciated **Complaints:** - Some outings end without sightings or miss the hoped-for whales or dolphins - Some passengers report seasickness or getting wet from spray Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-04-25 to 2026-09-29); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Life jacket - All Fees and Taxes ## Not included - Alcoholic Beverages - Snacks - Pick up (10 € per person) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point - 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 Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJ-RQ0DMpjYAwRjGz0ZPen3hI Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: dates of birth, weights, heights, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Whale & Dolphin Watching | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 18** | €63 | 2h | 4.82 (221) | shared | | [Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-in-calheta-madeira-island/?format=md) | €60 | 2h | 4.93 (1401) | shared | | [Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1299) | shared | | [Private Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-dolphin-and-whale-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/madeira-whale-watching/?format=md ## More in Madeira - All Madeira tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-dolphin-watching-in-madeira/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md