Boat trips in Madeira are a wonderful way to see the southern coast from a different viewpoint as they provide panoramic views of the coast, which is an attractive part of the island. Apart from the regular sightings of dolphins, whales, and turtles, these tours provide the opportunity to swim in the Atlantic warm waters.
Learn about the shoreline, the marine life, and the depths of Madeira Island, or just take a boat excursion from Funchal to visit other parts of the island, such as the Desertas Islands. Fireworks displays to celebrate the New Year and the Atlantic Festival in June may also be enjoyed from the sea, and a summer sunset boat trip is a great way to end the day.
Porto Santo Lines cruise ship, which is equipped with a cinema, a games area, as well as a variety of restaurants and cafes, allows you to visit the magnificent white beaches of Porto Santo. This cruise goes to and from Porto Santo daily and you can buy tickets directly from Porto Santo Lines.
1. Madeira Catamaran
On this dolphin and whale-watching cruise departing from Funchal, you will embark on an oceanic adventure. As you travel around the south coast of Madeira on a beautiful catamaran, you can relax and enjoy the spectacular scenery. Your knowledgeable crew is well-versed in these waters and will direct you to the regions where whales and dolphins are most frequently encountered. If the weather is nice and the sea conditions are acceptable, take a plunge in the seas of Cabo Girão or learn some basic sailing methods if the circumstances arefavorablee. For this boat trips in Madeira, you need to make your way down to the Marina in Funchal.
2. Madeira Pirate Boat
It is almost certain that this expedition aboard a pirate ship in Madeira along the gorgeous Madeiran coast will be the highlight of your family’s holiday. This boat tour in Madeira aboard the Santa Maria de Colombo also known as the pirate ship in Madeira should be at the top of your list of activities to do when visiting the island of Portugal.
If you have children, this will undoubtedly be the most enjoyable day of their holiday. This ship is an accurate recreation of q conventional ships from the Age of Discovery, during which the Portuguese conquered the world. This pirate ship tour in Madeira departs from Funchal Marina. It first goes out to sea looking to find dolphins and whales, which happens very frequently in the area., before stopping at Cabo Giro, which is the highest point in Europe (580m). Here you can go for a refreshing swim in the Atlantic Ocean before making your way back to the Marina in Funchal.
3. Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching Cruise
This boat trip in Madeira goes out in search of whales and dolphins in their natural surroundings on a small-group trip with a specialized staff on the search for whales and dolphins. Upon boarding the semi-rigid type boats in Funchal marina, you will be amazed at how smooth the trip is, due to the vessel’s 500hp engines and sturdy construction. Meet diverse groups of dolphins, whales, and turtles in the ocean and get up and personal with them as you travel great distances in a short amount of time. Marvel as the animals leap and splash around in the water, and learn more about these incredible species and the marine environment surrounding them from professional guides. If you´re up to it you can book to swim with wild dolphins in the middle of the Atlantic under the supervision of our guides. Each boat can transport 12, 14, or 18 people and two crew members.
4. Beautiful Bays – Ponta de São Lourenço
This 4-hour nature-lovers cruise includes a superb aboard lunch as part of the package. It sails off to Machico Bay before making its way to Baa d’Abra, a beautiful wild bay where you may cool off with a refreshing swim followed by a great lunch before returning to port. With the possibility of seeing dolphins or whales, this is a wonderful and perhaps even entertaining journey. Don’t forget to bring your costume, towel, sunscreen, and camera with you.
5. Desertas Islands Full-Day Tour
Take a day trip out to the Desertas Islands, where you’ll get the opportunity to observe the world’s most endangered seal and explore this natural park. The trip to the islands is a full-day excursion during which you will have the opportunity to witness dolphins and whales on the way there and back. This all-day event includes a meal at lunchtime, as well as snacks and drinks throughout the day. This boat tour is available on Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays.
