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Highlights

  • Settle into a shared yacht capped at 12 guests, with two attentive crew and a land spotter guiding a laid back wildlife cruise from Calheta.
  • Two friendly crew lead your outing, with snorkel sets ready for the swim stop, plus towels, blankets, cabin, shower, drinks and hotel pickup.
  • Watch pods of playful dolphins alongside the bow and larger whales offshore, as they surface, tail slap or glide past Madeira's southwest coast.
  • Encounters follow a quiet observe only code, with skippers slowing near animals, no feeding or touching allowed, and safe viewing gaps kept.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 2.5 hour shared yacht cruise
  • Small group of up to 12 guests
  • Two-person professional crew
  • Land-based wildlife spotter
  • Swimming and snorkeling stop
  • Snorkeling equipment
  • Fresh drinks
  • Towels and blankets
  • Cabin and restroom onboard
  • Shower at the harbor
  • Hotel transfers
  • Food

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Ticket Delivery

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the experience starts.

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Booking FAQs

Voucher: Bring your booking voucher for check-in. Sun protection: Bring sunglasses, a sun hat, and sunscreen. Swimming essentials: Bring swimwear and snorkel equipment if you plan to swim or snorkel.

Wheelchair access: The yacht is not wheelchair accessible. Pregnancy: Pregnant guests should consult a medical professional before booking, as onboard medical assistance is limited. Weight restriction: Guests weighing over 110kg must contact in advance to arrange a suitable alternative.

Pets: Pets cannot be brought onboard. Strollers: Baby strollers are not permitted. Wildlife interaction: Feeding or touching marine animals is prohibited. Minors: Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Wildlife sightings: Dolphins and whales are wild animals, so sightings cannot be guaranteed. Swimming stop: Swimming and snorkeling depend on weather and sea conditions. Evening departures: The 6:30pm and 7:30pm departures are sunset and snorkeling cruises; whale watching is not available.

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