Quick Details
Adult
From 12 years old
€ 60
Children
6 to 11 years old
€ 35
Children
up to 5 years old
Free
Private Tour
From 0 to 18 people
€ 990
Discover Madeira’s Marine Life Whale Watching in Funchal!
Rota dos Cetáceos provides the best tours for whale and dolphin watching on Madeira Island. All our whale watching tours are accompanied by our marine biologists team. Learn about the Island’s beautiful whales before setting sail on a new adventure. Part of our team spots the whales from land and helps direct your boat to the best sightings. It is even possible for you to have the unforgettable experience of swimming with dolphins in Funchal! Get the chance to see for yourself the large diversity of dolphins, whales and turtles on Madeira Island sea.
Trips are made in three fast semi-rigid type boats.
Already, ”Rota dos Cetáceos” thanks those who decide to see the animals in this way… In their natural environment!
Highlights of Dolphin Watching Funchal & Madeira Whale Watching Tours
- Watch whales and dolphins in their natural environment off the coast of Madeira.
- Set sail with a team of marine biologists and learn about the island’s diverse marine life.
- Enjoy a 2.5-hour adventure aboard fast semi-rigid boats departing from Funchal.
- Benefit from guaranteed cetacean sightings, with a second trip offered free if none are seen.
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Whale and dolphin watching Madeira offers year-round sightings thanks to deep Atlantic waters. You can see multiple species in one trip, making it one of Europe’s top wildlife experiences.
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Most whale watching Funchal tours leave directly from Funchal Marina, making them easy to access and perfect for adding to any itinerary.
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On a dolphin watching Madeira Funchal trip, expect frequent sightings and close encounters, with dolphins often swimming alongside the boat.
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Yes. Madeira whale watching Funchal tours are beginner-friendly, with short briefings, expert guides, and comfortable boats designed for all experience levels.
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Whale and dolphin watching Madeira is available all year, with different species appearing depending on the season, so every trip offers something unique.