Whale and dolphin watching private tour
Excursions & day trips

Whale and dolphin watching private tour

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£332.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, Portuguese
Availability: See calendar
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's a peaceful way to admire Madeira’s marine life, including dolphins and other cetaceans
  • You'll relax aboard a stylish, comfortable yacht designed for intimate cruising
  • It includes sparkling wine onboard to enhance your experience at sea
  • The tour invites you to discover the rich coastal fauna in a laid-back setting
  • The small group size ensures a personalised and designer-style experience
What to expect

If you are planning to visit Madeira and you want to discover the flora and fauna of the island in a relaxing way, this tour is for you. Get ready to make the most of a private cruise on the Atlantic Ocean while you might have the opportunity to observe the cetaceans of the area.

The experience will begin in the port of Calheta, where the crew members will greet you in a professional way. Once departed, get ready to discover the wide range of marine life of the southwestern sea of Madeira Island on a comfortable engine-powered yacht. During the trip, you'll learn more about the flora and fauna of the area with live commentaries on board. On this private tour, you'll also have the possibility to stop and enjoy swimming and snorkeling in the Madeiran waters with all the equipment needed.

Don't miss the opportunity to relax and admire the landscape while you enjoy a glass of sparkling wine.

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What's included
  • check Sparkling wine
  • check Fresh drinks
  • check Towels
  • check Snorkeling equipement
  • check Blankets
  • check Shower after swimming
  • check Bottled mineral water
  • check Private tour
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food
  • x_not_included Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • x_not_included Parking
Where

Porto de Recreio da Calheta, Avenida Dom Manuel I, Estreito da Calheta, Portugal

Meeting point:
Marina da Calheta. You'll find the store at the end of the marina. Drive along the seafront, and enter the underground car park situated next to the tennis courts. Exit the elevator on the ground floor. Please make sure to reach the meeting point at least 15 minutes prior to the departure time.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • Wildlife spotting cannot be guaranteed
  • The activity is subject to favourable maritime / weather conditions
  • The maximum number of participants per group is 6 guests
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Provider
On Tales Lda
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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