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Dolphins and Whales by VMT Catamaran

Dolphins and Whales by VMT Catamaran

3.4(5 reviews)
3 hour(s)
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Funchal, Portugal

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Chance to observe dolphins whales turtles and sea lions

Peaceful ocean experience with natural wildlife

Guided journey on a traditional wooden vessel

Knowledgeable and friendly crew

Ocean Safari Offers Rare Encounters with Dolphins, Whales, and Other Marine Wildlife


A unique ocean excursion invites travelers to set out into open waters in search of some of the sea’s most captivating wildlife. The experience is centered around observing dolphins, whales, turtles, and sea lions in their natural habitat, offering participants a rare opportunity to witness these species behaving freely in the wild. Each journey across the calm waters holds the promise of unforgettable marine encounters.


Aboard a traditional wooden vessel, guests travel in comfort under the guidance of an experienced and attentive crew. Their deep understanding of local marine conditions and animal behavior helps ensure both safety and meaningful sightings throughout the voyage. As the coastline gradually fades from view, the open ocean creates a peaceful and immersive setting.


The steady motion of the boat and the quiet expanse of sea provide a sense of calm, allowing passengers to fully absorb the surrounding environment. With every ripple and distant movement on the horizon, anticipation builds, making each wildlife sighting feel even more special and rewarding.


Designed as a relaxed and inspiring marine adventure, the excursion offers a chance to reconnect with nature and appreciate the richness of ocean life. The combination of skilled guidance, tranquil surroundings, and close-up wildlife encounters makes this experience a memorable journey for anyone drawn to the beauty of the sea.

What's Included
  • Scenic boat trip
  • Guidance from experienced crew
  • Marine wildlife observation
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
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Activity Provider: Madeira Happy Tours

Customer Reviews

3.4
Average
Based on 5 reviews
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art k.Google
October 29, 2025

Very disappointing experience. The crew didn’t even try to look for dolphins — they just sailed without any effort or engagement, as if only to “tick the box.” No explanations, no enthusiasm, nothing to see. A total waste of time and money. I don’t recommend it — there are other companies in Madeira that truly care about their passengers.

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Michelle W.Google
October 16, 2025

We really enjoyed our 3-hour boat tour to go dolphin and whale watching. After one hour of cruising, we were lucky enough to see bottlenose dolphins and even had one come right up to the catamaran! Note though that due to environmental legislation, only 2 boats are allowed to observe one pod at a time and observation is only allowed for 10 minutes to respect the wildlife. Even though the viewing time was short, we enjoyed simply being out on the water, lying in the sun on the netting, feeling the breeze, and seeing the island from the water. There was also a 10 minute stop for swimming in the ocean by Cape Girao, so make sure to bring your bathing suit! The crew on board was really friendly and the boat only had maybe 30 people so it was not overcrowded. There was also a reasonably priced bar with drinks and snacks on board and the washrooms were well kept.

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Estera N.Google
July 22, 2025

Unforgettable experience!! Visited in July. We encountered a group of playful young dolphins that started racing with our Catamaran! So glad I caught it on camera 📷 Big tip: stay in front of the Catamaran where the nets are, that's your front row seat to this wonderful show, and bring a rain jacket to place it under you, to make sure you won't get any splashes (we didn't but still used it just in case). Bring snacks. Bring a light jacket as it gets quite windy sometimes. Enjoy the show!

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