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Highlights

  • Cruise Madeira’s southern waters for 3 hours aboard a luxury catamaran limited to 17 guests and staffed by three crew members.
  • Land-based spotters help locate wild dolphins and whales, while the crew shares information about the marine life encountered.
  • Enjoy Portuguese sparkling wine, an open bar, and locally sourced handmade snacks throughout the cruise and stay connected with onboard Wi-Fi and a charging station.
  • Stop beneath the 586m-high Cabo Girão for an optional swim, with snorkeling equipment and beach towels provided.

Inclusions & Exclusions

  • 3 hour guided whale and dolphin-watching cruise
  • Luxury catamaran
  • Small group of up to 17 guests
  • Three-person crew and land-based wildlife spotters
  • Portuguese sparkling wine on arrival
  • Open bar with drinks
  • Locally sourced handmade snacks
  • Cabo Girão swimming stop
  • Snorkeling equipment and beach towels
  • Onboard restrooms
  • Wi-Fi and device-charging station
  • Photo report sent by email after the cruise
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

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.

Frequently asked questions

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Booking FAQs

Voucher format: Bring your digital or printed voucher to show at check-in before boarding. Clothing: Dress appropriately for the weather, as conditions at sea can feel cooler than on land.

Wheelchair access: The cruise is wheelchair accessible, and a boarding ramp can be prepared on request. Assistance request: Notify the operator via WhatsApp or email after booking so they can prepare the boarding ramp. Sea conditions: This cruise is not suitable for guests prone to seasickness.

Wildlife interaction: Do not attempt to touch or feed wildlife at any point during the cruise. Feeding animals: Do not feed any animals from the boat, as this can harm them and disrupt their behavior. Pets: No pets are allowed on this shared cruise.

Group size: This small-group cruise is limited to a maximum of 17 guests with 3 crew members. Sighting likelihood: Dolphin and whale sightings occur on about 95% of morning trips and 91% of afternoon trips. Sunset likelihood: Summer sunset trips have about a 67% chance of dolphin and whale sightings. Sighting guarantee: Sightings are not guaranteed, since all animals are wild and may not appear on some days. Minimum age: Children under 3 years are not permitted on this shared cruise. Health restrictions: Pregnant guests and those with serious back or heart conditions cannot be accommodated. Booking tip: Book early, as tours often reach full capacity during peak periods. Timing tip: Plan this cruise at the start of your vacation to allow rescheduling if weather affects your trip. Weather policy: If bad weather prevents your cruise and rescheduling is not possible, you will receive a refund.

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