Portugal · CATAMARAN CRUISES IN MADEIRA
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 9 catamaran cruises in Madeira worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
3-hour eco catamaran cruise from Funchal with hybrid-electric silent cruising for dolphin and whale watching in Madeira.
“Offering a complimentary water would be appreciated. Overall it was fun, appreciative of the guide helpfulness and they helped retrieve a lost backpack. I’d definitely recommend Magic Dolphin Boat tours, and will use them next time I come here.”
3-hour catamaran cruise from Funchal to Cabo Girão to spot dolphins, whales, and turtles, with panoramic views and a swim stop.
“It was a beautiful activity, we were fortunate enough to see dolphins! My only advisory for people is the chance of getting sea sick. It’s a long ride, so by the last hour i got sea sick. But one of the staff, Philip, was so kind and attentive with ensuring I was feeling okay.”
Luxury catamaran cruise from Funchal Bay in Madeira with snorkeling at Cabo Girão and chances to see dolphins and whales.
“Very nice boat. On the smaller side which is why I booked it. Friendly, helpful staff. We saw some dolphins which was nice. Each boat can only stay 10 minutes when there’s a sighting so it seems a lot of boats go to the same spot. There’s a bathroom on the boat that I did not use and drinks available to purchase. I thought the trip was worth the money.”
Eco catamaran cruise from Funchal to spot dolphins and whales, guided by land spotters and hybrid-electric sailing, plus Madeira coastline views.
“Best way to see dolphins and whales in Madeira in their natural environment, excellent boat tour respecting the wildlife and providing lots of information and getting as close as possible safely”
Luxury catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal to Cabo Girão, with comfort, expert ocean talks, and possible swims.
“The most amazing experience! We were very lucky to see many bottlenose dolphins. And we were very near to killer whales and the crew done their best for us to get a sighting, I managed to see a glimpse of their fins from afar! Thank you!”
3-hour catamaran sunset cruise from Funchal, with guaranteed dolphins or whales follow-up plus a swim stop near Cabo Girao.
“Great trip, saw whales from far away and offered another trip the following day to see more but unable to squeeze it in. The sunset was beautiful and the boat trip was calm and relaxing. Would recommend”
3-hour Funchal catamaran cruise for dolphins and whales, with possible Cabo Girão swim and free return if no cetaceans.
“Boat had wayyyyy too many people on it so you didn’t have the opportunity to walk around. Unfortunately because it was so packed we were sat at a bench next to the ash tray and smelled cigarette smoke for 3 hours straight (we are not smokers). On a more positive note, we did get to see dolphins which was cool. The swimming stop was nice and the drinks on board were affordable to purchase. Would not recommend nor would I do again.”
Full-day catamaran to Madeira’s Desertas Islands for a volcanic beach swim, snorkeling, and a guided monk seal conservation walk.
“Excellent, we were allitle bit surprised that we can't hike on the island. but the crew and everything else just gave us an amazing day. lunch were very very good too, and the boat were also very good. cannot complain”
Luxury catamaran sunset cruise from Funchal to Cabo Girão with a snorkeling stop and a real chance to spot dolphins and whales.
“de vazut balene sau delfini nici nu se pune problema sa fi vazut ceva...singura placere a fost plimbarea la apus si un pahar cu vin... sa nu fiti dezamagiti daca nu vedeti nimic, poate altii au avut mai mult noroc...”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
