Wednesdays
Five ways to leave the marina.
Cabo Girão and sunset every day. The west bays on Wednesdays.
Wednesdays
Drinks included
Every day
Confirmed by the crew
From age 5Private charter
- 4 or 8 hours
- Up to 20 guests

The route
From the marina to Cabo Girão, with a swim.
- 1
Funchal Marina
Check-in is 30 minutes before departure.
- 2
Offshore
The crew looks for dolphins, whales and turtles. Sightings are not guaranteed.
- 3
Cabo Girão
A stop for a swim, under the cliff.
- 4
Return
Back to Funchal Marina.
“Go with Gavaio This was one of the smaller dolphin cruises I saw in Funchal and I am so happy I booked it. Beautiful boat, lovely crew and with the small amount of other sailors it made for the perfect experience. We saw a pod of Atlantic spotted dolphins, went snorkelling down the coast and saw loads of fish and were provided with a complimentary drink after swimming. I would 100% recommend a tour with this provider”
“Pro et sortie magique Très belle sortie, nous avons vu bcp de dauphins, et l'équipage est très sympa et pro.Je ne comprends pas trop des avis parfois négatifs car il y avait 2 personnes en retard et on les a attendues, belle sortie avec le coucher de soleil c'est magique en plus en voilier avev le calme” (original text in French)
“We will definitely use this operator again when in Funchal Absolutely loved the small a more personal nature of this operation, super friendly and helpful sea and land crew , nothing was too much trouble and very informative. An older style sail boat (which did actually use the sails for part of the trip) , not the best weather the day we went but got to see bottle nose dolphins .”
“Fantastico Fantástica viagem de barco com possibilidade de ver animais selvagens, mergulhar e ter uma experiência sem palavras.” (original text in Portuguese)
“Vista de baleias banjo no Cabo Girao Momento inesquecível acompanhando seis baleias piloto durante quase 10 minutos, senti-las respirar perto de nós foi incrível Obrigado ao Capitao e ao seu tenente Março foram ótimos muito simpáticos a acolhedores adoramos” (original text in Portuguese)
“Highly recommended Very nice boat, small group, very good lunch on the Wednesday trip. We went twice. First time no luck with dolphins and whales. Second time was amazing to see pilot whales.”
Gallery
The yacht and the coast.






Meeting point
Funchal Marina.

Arrive 30 minutes before departure. The crew is at the marina every day, from 9:30 to 18:30.
Open in Google MapsCan I cancel?
Yes. Up to 24 hours before, the refund is full. Within 24 hours, there is no refund.
What if the weather is bad?
If we cancel for weather or safety, you can move the date or get a full refund.
When should I arrive?
Arrive at least 30 minutes before, at Funchal Marina.
What is included?
Every tour has a bar and snacks. Lunch is included on West Bays and the Desertas. The sunset cruise includes drinks.
Will I see dolphins?
It happens often, and it is not guaranteed. They are wild animals.
Can I wear shoes?
No. Shoes are not allowed on board.

The south coast, from the marina.
Bays, sunset and Cabo Girão, on board Gavião.