The waters off Funchal are among the richest in the Atlantic for cetaceans - met quietly, privately, on their own terms.
Madeira's waters host over 28 cetacean species. Bottlenose dolphins, common dolphins and pilot whales live here year-round, with more species appearing from spring through autumn.
On a private boat your captain isn't tied to any timetable - he can slow down, hold position, and let you watch without engine noise or crowds.
Book this trip →We keep a careful distance and let the animals come to us - no chasing, no crowding the pod.
A Madeira-born captain who knows where the dolphins feed and travel through the seasons.
Madeira wine, poncha and soft drinks aboard. Bring sunscreen and a swimsuit, we handle the rest.
Big tour boats push wildlife away with engine noise and crowds. A small private boat can hold position silently, so the dolphins stay close and you get the moment - and the photos.
Sightings can never be guaranteed with wild animals, but our skipper's knowledge of the coast gives you the best possible chance, year-round.
Meet at Pontoon B, settle in, drinks aboard as we cast off.
3-5 nautical miles out where the seafloor drops to 800m.
Where pilot whales feed in the morning - engine off, eyes on the water.
Bottlenose and common dolphins, watched quietly and up close.
If we have time, a quick swim or a coffee on board.
Three hours, prime morning hours for cetaceans.
Sightings are very common - Madeira hosts over 28 cetacean species year-round - but as these are wild animals nothing is guaranteed. Our local skipper knows where they feed and travel, which gives the best possible chance.
The private tour lasts about 3 hours and departs from Marina do Funchal, usually first thing in the morning when cetaceans are most active.
Yes - the boat is yours alone, up to 7 guests plus the skipper. No shared groups, ever.
Check live dates and reserve your private trip in a couple of minutes - your group only.