“Great afternoon out on the waters off Funchal. Spotted bottlenose dolphins and pilot whales. The crew were excellent and the leader was knowledgeable and highly entertaining. Also had a wonderful swim off the boat!”
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Group
- Up to 100 guests
- Languages
Best for spotting dolphins, whales & swimming at Cabo Girão
Three hours sailing along Madeira's southern coast searching for dolphins, whales, and turtles in their natural habitat, continuing to the 580 m cliff of Cabo Girão.
What to expect
- Funchal Marina · Pier 8Mandatory check-in at the Seaborn kiosk 30 minutes before departure to collect your boarding pass.
- South Coast WatersOffshore sailing in search of dolphins, whales, and sea turtles that inhabit or visit Madeira year-round.
- Cabo Girão Bay (580 m)Reach the world's second-highest sea cliff (9 km by sea), with a summer swim stop in crystal-clear waters.
- Return to FunchalScenic coastal sail along Funchal's amphitheatre back to Pier 8.
What's included
Included
- 3-hour catamaran cruise along Madeira's south coast
- Experienced crew and marine wildlife observation
- Toilets on board
- Snorkelling equipment available with a cash deposit
Not included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks (onboard bar service available at extra cost)
Meeting point
Seaborn office at Funchal Marina (Pier 8, Praça do Povo). Mandatory check-in 30 minutes before departure.
Reviews of this tour
“Great tour! We got to see 3 different marine species and the ride was very enjoyable. The crew were all very knowledgeable and helpful as well. Highly recommend as a great way to see Madeira from the water and learn about its marine life.”
“Lovely half day on the sea, saw the pilot whales and dolphins and some flying fish. Dip in the Atlantic very refreshing.”
“The cruise was wonderful! And the crew was very nice and helpful We saw dolphins and whales, we could stay a bit longer for swimming - but anyway, the atmosphere was amazing.”
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