Dolphin and whale watching in Madeira (Calheta)

Price overview

• Shared whale and dolphin watching from Calheta (2.5 hours) - per person 67.-€
• Private whale and dolphin watching from Calheta (2.5 hours) - up to 6 persons 470.-€

Booking option: Boat trip from Calheta for whale and dolphin watching

Experience the amazing underwater world of the southwest coast of Madeira Island aboard Miranda, a comfortable motor yacht with up to 6 guests and 2 professional crew members assisted by a spotter ashore. Whales & dolphins are the focus of this boat trip from Calheta. On board the motor yacht, wildlife fans embark on a 2.5-hour adventure tour. The skilled skipper will navigate the best route for the day to find dolphins or even whales, and approach them respectfully and non-invasively. On the comfortable boat, all passengers are close to the action and also learn many interesting facts about marine biology. If you want to be alone with your family or friends, book the small motor yacht privately (for up to 6 people). The boat tour includes an anchor stop for swimming and snorkelling in the Atlantic.

Overview

• Duration: ~ 2.5 hours
• Hours: 10:00 AM, 1:30 PM, 4:30 PM
• Days: daily
• Months: possible all-year
• Languages: English, Portuguese
• Pick-up not included
• Starting points: Calheta

Included

• Skipper, fuel, swim stop(s), snorkeling mask, boat ride, drinks, toilet on board

Detailed description

Dolphin and whale watching in Madeira on board a small motor yacht

For many, it is already clear when planning their holiday that they would like to experience a whale-watching boat tour in Madeira. With its unique nature, the Portuguese island is exactly the right place for such a wonder. Whether pilot whales or porpoises, turtles or tuna - marine life rages off the coast of Madeira. Often a few kilometres of coastline are enough to find yourself in the midst of a school of dolphins or to observe a family of whales at a proper distance. You will experience whale and dolphin watching from Calheta on board a small motor yacht and in the company of only a few passengers. The skipper takes a maximum of 6 guests out to sea - private tours are also possible.

During the boat tours, which depart three times a day, great importance is attached to respectful, non-invasive treatment of the marine mammals. Whale-watching from Calheta is supported by a spotter ashore and a passionate captain who can tell you more about the marine life of his homeland. Even though sightings cannot be 100% guaranteed, the likelihood of seeing whales or dolphins on your Madeira holiday could hardly be higher.