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15 Best Sailing Tours In Madeira

The best days out on the island.

The 15 best sailing tours on Madeira, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth giving a day to, and what each actually delivers on the ground.

15 Best Sailing Tours In Madeira

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching - Meeting on Funchal Marina and Choosing Your Spot
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From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

1.From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

Hybrid-electric dolphin and whale watching from Funchal with a Cabo Girão swim stop and scenic south-coast cliff views.

Most Popular 4.5

“It was an unforgettable experience. The guides were very informative and welcoming. They explained right from the start that dolphins and whales are wild animals and hence can sometimes not be seen. We got incredibly lucky and got to see 4 different species that day: pilot whales, bottomnose dolphins, common dolphins and striped dolphins. I…”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise - The 3-hour flow: from departure to Cabo Girão and back
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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise - Dolphins and whales search: how the crew helps you spot life from the best angle
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Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise

Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran - What You Might See: Dolphins, Pilot Whales, and Other Sea Life
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Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

4.Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran

Eco-friendly catamaran whale watching from Funchal with shore spotters, hybrid-electric cruising, and classic Madeira coastline views.

4.5

“Very good trip . Saw some bottle nose dolphins and pilot whales . Crew were excellent explaining about each species and had a good attention to safety . All round lovely day .”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran - Inside the catamaran: luxury comfort meets real ocean time
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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran

5.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching by Luxury Catamaran

Luxury 3-hour catamaran cruise from Funchal to Cabo Girão to watch for dolphins and whales, with a small group and drink.

4.5

“Very nice trip, we got to see the dolphins , had 1 drink and fruits for free and there were also other drinks and food for purchase. Comfortable boat and very very nice crew. We were 3 people and payed 150€ , think it could be a bit cheaper but that’s ok, one in a…”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour - Wildlife Searching: How the Dolphin and Whale Hunt Actually Feels
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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

6.Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sunset Sailing Tour

Sunset sailing from Funchal to spot dolphins and whales, with a swim at Cabo Girão and drinks on board for about 3 hours.

4.7

“Tour guides were fantastic - friendly, helpful and informative. We spent time close by a pod of spotted dolphins, had an opportunity to swim in the ocean alongside the majestic cliffs and I most appreciated the quiet moments as we watched the sunset below the clouds. A perfect evening tour.”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sailing Trip - Wildlife Watching Up to 3 Miles Offshore (What You Can Expect)
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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Sailing Trip

Madeira: Funchal Sunset Tour by Catamaran - Dolphins and Whales: The Hunt Is the Point (and the Backup Plan Helps)
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Madeira: Funchal Sunset Tour by Catamaran

Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal - How the Crew Actually Searches for Dolphins and Whales
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Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal

9.Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise from Funchal

3-hour catamaran from Funchal to search for dolphins and whales, with a possible Cabo Girão swim and onboard bar.

4.5

“Boat ride was lovely. Saw some dolphins. We visited in March and recommend layers and windbreaker/coats because it does get a bit chilly. We were lucky enough to get spots up front which I would also highly recommend!”

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Seaborn Catamaran trips - The onboard bar, swim time, and how to stay comfortable
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Seaborn Catamaran trips

10.Seaborn Catamaran trips

3-hour Seaborn catamaran from Funchal to Cabo Girao with an onboard bar and chances to spot dolphins, whales, and turtles.

4.5

“you might not see any whales but it’s fun anyway blah blah blah blah blah v blah and more blahs i don’t conform to your template if i’m doing you a favour”

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Half-day Catamaran Trip from Funchal - Wildlife spotting at sea: dolphins, whales, and turtles without guarantees
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Half-day Catamaran Trip from Funchal

11.Half-day Catamaran Trip from Funchal

Half-day catamaran from Funchal with 3 hours at sea, wildlife chances, and a summer swim near Cabo Girão plus snorkel gear.

4.5

“Had a great trip, weather was windy and the crew kindly lent a coat to a cold passenger. Saw 7 pilot whales, amazing. Crew were helpful and informative. Safety info before we set off so we felt safe.”

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Eco-Friendly Catamaran Dolphin and Whale Watching - Onboard Experience: Comfort, Cleanliness, and How the Crew Runs the Search
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Eco-Friendly Catamaran Dolphin and Whale Watching

Desertas Islands Full-Day Catamaran Trip from Funchal - Getting There in Funchal: Meet at the Marina Kiosk
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Desertas Islands Full-Day Catamaran Trip from Funchal

Half Day Tour on a Luxury Catamaran on Madeira Island - Swim stop and snorkeling gear: the part you should plan for
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Half Day Tour on a Luxury Catamaran on Madeira Island

14.Half Day Tour on a Luxury Catamaran on Madeira Island

Three-hour Madeira catamaran with a swim stop and snorkeling gear, aiming for dolphins or whales. Small group, Wi‑Fi, paid drinks.

4.0

“Beautiful boat which was immaculate. The crew were very bubbly yet professional. We were lucky to see a pod of pilot whales and a turtle. The crew didn’t disturb either for long which was good to see.”

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From Funchal: Cabo Girao Sunset Cruise on Luxury Catamaran - Gliding Madeira’s southern coast on a luxury catamaran
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From Funchal: Cabo Girao Sunset Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

15.From Funchal: Cabo Girao Sunset Cruise on Luxury Catamaran

3-hour Madeira sunset catamaran from Funchal to Cabo Girão, with snorkeling and wildlife chances for dolphins and whales.

4.6

“de vazut balene sau delfini nici nu se pune problema sa fi vazut ceva...singura placere a fost plimbarea la apus si un pahar cu vin... sa nu fiti dezamagiti daca nu vedeti nimic, poate altii au avut mai mult noroc...”

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