FUNCHAL · DOLPHIN TOURS
The trips that actually find the pods.
The 13 funchal dolphin tours travellers book most, gathered in one place. Where you go to find the pods, how long you stay out, who runs the boat, and what a seat on deck costs.
A 3-hour dolphin and whale watching cruise from Funchal on an eco catamaran, with land spotters, hybrid-electric cruising, and coastal views.
Most Popular“Saw loads of pilot whales and some sperm whales. Would have liked a bit more information on the animals”
Small-group whale and dolphin watching from Calheta, Madeira. Yacht Miranda, included snorkeling gear, warm swims, and cozy drinks.
“Super friendly people, perfectly organized, a lot of information about the sea and Madeira. We strongly recommend it!”
Private dolphin and whale watching on a Madeira motor yacht from Calheta. Snorkel, swim, and sip sparkling wine for up to 5.
“What a fun experience! Despite imperfect weather conditions which forced us to reschedule our trip and change the yacht to a speedboat we enjoyed our cruise immensely. We even saw some dolphins despite the weather and time of day being far from ideal. Staff were very understanding, kind and flexible and made sure we still…”
Fast RIB sea safari in Funchal with spotters for dolphins and whales, ethical wildlife watching, and a cruise past Camara de Lobos.
“It was very informative and Clara was very passionate about her job. We managed to see pilot whales, bottle nose dolphins and even o Portuguese man of war! Obviously there is no guarantee of seeing them but just the thrill of being on the waves - it's amazing.”
3-hour wooden boat trip from Funchal to spot whales and dolphins, with a Madeira wine welcome and a Cabo Girão swim stop.
Small-group, high-speed whale and dolphin watching in Funchal with a marine biologist, responsible boat rules, and 2 hours at sea.
“Delighted to have experienced a tour that provided great information about marine life, and had sound environmental credentials. Camila, our guide, is a Marine Biologist, and really cares about the work they do, and the knowledge they impart on others. Go support them 😊 We saw a pod of Pilot Whales. Mostly mums and their…”
Fast boat whale watching off Madeira in Funchal with marine biologist-led spotting plus a chance to jump in and swim with dolphins.
Small-group Madeira catamaran with Jeep time, guided whale watching, and (in summer) a Cabo Girão swim stop near Funchal.
“This is the option to choose! Went last week with my wife and two sons. Normal maximum capacity is 25, which is much better than the (strangely) more popular Magic Dolphin Eco boat with well over 100, but it was just the 4 of us! Great guide (Clavine - hope I got that right) and…”
Hop-on hop-off bus and catamaran whale watching in Funchal. Hit key sights, market stops, Madeira wine and Bordal embroidery.
“Fantastic sunny day with yellow bus. I love it. The bus driver was excellent. The panoramic bus was great.”
48-hour hop-on bus plus catamaran whale and dolphin watching in Madeira, with wine tasting, embroidery entry, and a swim stop.
4x4 Jeep adventure plus Cabo Girão cliff views and a Funchal dolphin and whale cruise, all in one well-paced day.
“Such a fantastic day for a great price. The guide/driver was engaging and knowledgeable, clearly passionate about his country.. he took us to mountains, wine tasting and to a traditional taverna for ponca. Then on to a catamaran where we saw dolphins. Superb day thank you”
Madeira jeep + skywalk at Cabo Girão, then a dolphin/whale cruise from Funchal with wine tastings and small-group guidance.
“Many thanks to Rui, our guide, for his entertainment, driving skill and humour. A very enjoyable trip on a beautiful day in Madeira.”
RIB whale and dolphin watching from Funchal in a small group, with a high chance of wild sightings and an optional dolphin snorkel add-on.
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