A man with his childern watching dolphins in a Catamaran a VMT Madeira experience.

Funchal Whale Watching Catamaran Tour

About this experience

The ocean calls, and our journey begins! We set sail in search of movement on the horizon, and suddenly, a flash of silver! Dolphins! Playful, curious, and full of life. They dart and leap beside us, as if putting on a show, though they’re really just enjoying their enchanted underwater world. Then, if luck is on our side, the majestic whales appear, great, gentle beings who may (or may not!) bring along some rather “unique” ocean aromas.

Embark on this Funchal Whale Watching Catamaran Tour and be mesmerized by Madeira’s marine life.

This unforgettable 3-hour encounter with Madeira’s marine life sometimes brings even more surprises, sea turtles gliding past or seabirds soaring overhead. When the weather’s warm and inviting, we drop anchor under the dramatic cliffs of Cabo Girão for a cooling swim in the Atlantic.

And if the winds are kind, we cut the engines, hoist the sails, and let nature’s power carry us, silent, clean, and wonderfully peaceful. It’s a three-hour experience everyone should try at least once,a memory shared between ocean, sky, and good company.

Book your trip, invite your loved ones, and come live this wild adventure!

Experience Schedule

We have two regular 3-hour trips every day:
Morning: 10:30 am until 1:30 pm.
Afternoon: 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm.

Meeting Point

VMT Madeira kiosk, Pier 8 – Funchal Marina

Itinerary

  • Funchal
  • Fajã do Cabo Girão – Câmara de Lobos.
  • Funchal

Available

  • Snorkeling
  • Snacks + bar
  • Swimming

Important

  • Check-in is mandatory 30 minutes before each trip at our VMT Madeira kiosk, Pier 8, Funchal Marina.
  • The boats have toilets, a bar, and a covered area for sun and rain protection.
  • If no cetaceans are spotted, we offer a second trip free! (Refunds are only issued for cancellations due to bad weather conditions.)
  • No trips take place on December 25th.

Pricing

  • Adult(13-90): €40
  • Child (5-12): €20
  • Babies (0-5): €Free
  • Family Pack(2 Adults + 2-4 Children): €100

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Details

  • Duration:3 hour
  • Included

  • Swimming
  • Snorkeling
  • Guaranteed sighting or a second trip offered
  • Required

  • Wind-breaker
  • Bathing suit
  • Beach towel
  • Sun cream
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