Private Tour

Madeira Private Boat Tour from Funchal

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

Spanish

3 hours

Mobile ticket

Feel the wind in your hair and smell the salty air. Madeira has so much to offer and so do our boat trips. One thing you shouldn’t miss from your holiday is to see Madeira from the Atlantic Ocean. We offer a private boat trip, you will be travelling with your friends and family only, don’t have to make compromises with other travelers. If the weather allows, you can also go for a swim or snorkel in pristine waters. The waters around the island have plenty of fish, turtles, dolphins and whales. We might also encounter them as we are sailing along the coastline, you never know, they can just pop up! Our boat, Scorpio III is a Jeanneau, Sun Odyssey 36i sailing boat, and we decorated her simply, but beautifully. She has 3 cabins, a living room with a kitchen and a bathroom for convenience.

You will discover the real Madeira off-the-beaten-track and learn the stories of the locals and the interesting history of Madeira.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Not recommended for infants and disabled persons.

Not recommended for travelers who have a proven record of sea-sickness.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Soda/Pop

Bottled water

Alcoholic Beverages

Snacks

All Fees and Taxes

Use of Snorkelling equipment

Restroom on board

What To Expect

Cabo Girao

In case the wind allows, we will pass by the second highest cliff above the ocean with glass platform, you can see the beautiful terraces cultivated by the locals.

Admission Not Applicable

Camara De Lobos

When going direction West, will pass by the picturesque fishing village of Camara de Lobos where Churchill used to paint his watercolors.

Admission Not Applicable

Options

Private Boat Tour up to 10 pax

For larger groups of 7-10 pax: If your group is larger than 6 people, no worries, we can still accommodate you on board. Check out the info in this option.

Private Boat Tour up to 6 pax

Small Group Tours

Reviews

5.00

9 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Very special
Steve T,
Jul 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We booked this as part of a big birthday celebration! It made the day feel very special. Paolo and George were great hosts and very professional. We loved sailing down the coast, stopping under the high cliff where they produced great drinks and snacks and loved swimming in the sea. If you want to do something really special while you're in Madeira, this is the thing!
Such an amazing day!...
Meagan L,
May 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Such an amazing day! Paulo was great. Got to see the beautiful views, jump in the water, and have some snacks and wine. I would highly recommend this to anyone visiting Madeira!!
Very pleased with Paulo and his sailboat
rebeccafU4246NX,
Jan 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
My partner and I had an amazing 3 hour sailing cruise along the coast of Madeira with Paulo as our captain. Paulo was very friendly, informative and always putting our comfort in his best interest. We would highly recommend booking a sunset or mid-day cruise with him to any of our friends and family.
Amazing experience!
Lizw2591,
Oct 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
The views were amazing, the boat was so comfortable and clean. Paulo was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions, he was the perfect skipper. Perfect spot for a swim and even saw a seal! Excellent selection of drinks and good snacks. Would 100% recommend and would do his sunset tour if we'd had time. Definitely try the green wine it's divine. Don't judge on my photography skills though.
A must when in Madeira
Maamideede H,
Sep 12, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Our private boat tour from Funchal, was absolutely fantastic! Our skipper, Paulo, made the trip unforgettable with his expertise, warm hospitality, and deep knowledge of the area. The views of Madeira's coastline were stunning. The boat was comfortable, well-maintained, and offered a perfect space to relax and soak in the beauty of the Atlantic. If you're looking for a personalized and relaxing way to explore Madeira, I highly recommend this private boat tour with Paulo. Five stars all the way!
The most relaxed way to experience Madeira from the water!
Sonja H,
Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
It was a great and relaxing experience on this beautiful sailboat! Paulo is a friendly and attentive captain who made this trip an unforgettable experience for us! Swimming, snacks and drinks including an absolutely recommended activity here in Madeira!
Leisurely, relaxing boat trip
gwenh307,
Aug 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A wonderfully relaxing experience. The boat is comfortable and roomy and the skipper, Paulo, is funny, charming and knowledgeable. We were 3, one of whom is a nervous sailor, but she quickly felt at ease. An excellent and generous selection of snacks and drinks were offered and we were able to have a refreshing sea swim. Good value for money, I would certainly do this again.
Great time!!
m22dnpbr49,
Aug 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fabulous time really relaxing, boat was great. Paulo was friendly and fun. We stopped for swimming but was not lucky enough to see dolphins