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3 hours
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We are the only Whale Watching company in Madeira providing a Luxury experience for an affordable price to see the dolphins and whales. We will welcome you with the best Portuguese sparkling wine, everything is included for your trip, cocktails, local wines, local juices, and appetizers, and local traditional biscuits. will be served during the trip. Our boat is recent and offer showers and bathrooms.
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children under 3 years old are not allowed
We will sail from the Marina of Funchal to find some dolphins and whales, after we will stop for a swim in the crystal clear waters, at the bottom of Cabo Girao.
Duration: 3 hours
Duration: 3 hours
Soda/Pop
Bottled water
Alcoholic Beverages
Blankets
Towels
Use of Snorkelling equipment
We offer a variety of snacks and biscuits during this experience.
Coffee and/or Tea
Pick-ups
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1,836 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Sanaa E,Jun 28, 2026
- Review from Viator
Everything was perfect , the crew, the sunset, the sea, the whales , the service , the music, the explications...
Jon C,Jun 27, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Well worth the slightly higher cost compared to the other offerings of catamaran dolphin and whale watching. Crew are great and the catamaran spotless and new. Saw dolphins and whales. Can’t fault anything.
jojoeob,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Crew were exceptional. Courteous and informative. Kept us updated throughout the trip. Free flowing drinks and snacks provided. Blankets provided to keep off the sea breeze. Would definitely recommend VIPDolphins to anyone.
616customers,Jun 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience from start to finish the staff/crew on board were incredible very attentive & informative super friendly the boat was immaculate & drinks & nibbles were free flowing. We saw whales & different types of dolphins highly recommend this VIP Dolphin cruise. We did sunset one & it was beautiful.
Whatonearthisthis,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Brilliant trip out thank you Saw school (or is it pod) and 3 pilot whales
Gav1313,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fabulous boat, fabulous crew, sightings of dolphins and whales with a loggerhead turtle thrown in for good measure...oh and did I mention the yummy snacks and open bar. Truly a VIP experience. Would thoroughly recommend.
Brenda L,Jun 24, 2026
- Review from Viator
Well worth the money! The crew were wonderfly friendly, informative and we had all round great service. Drinks and snacks included. Boat was spotless and not crowded. We saw flying fish, a loggerhead juvenile turtle, whale and dolphins. An amazing experience.







R4274RNmonicaf,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
A great experience 🥰 We have seen dolphins, flying fish and even a whale on a beautiful boat with lovely people the crew, who spoiled us with drinks and snacks and told a lot about the animals and surroundings, there were even pictures taken. Was really a great day grateful that I got to experience this 🙏🏼💙🐋 Love Peter and Monica from the Netherlands
Ann W,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic afternoon , the crew were amazing , constantly offering drinks and very knowledgeable about the sea life. Highly recommend this trip.
Elizabeth F,Jun 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic day out! Excellent value for money. We’re only here 1 week and looking at doing the boat trip again! The staff were absolutely amazing, so knowledgeable and attentive, kept our drinks topped up! Trying traditional Madeira snacks was fab as well! We saw dolphins up close, wales and flying fish.



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