Private Tour
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Since 2001, we've been cruising the waters of Madeira and Porto Santo in all sorts of nifty vessels, from dinghies to windsurfing boards and catamarans. But now, we've set sail on a new adventure - sharing our love for the Sea, Sun, Wind, and the wonders of Madeira with fellow sea enthusiasts. Embark on this salty escapade with us!
Slow living, meet slow sailing! We're all about taking life easy-breezy and what better way to do that than with a serene sea voyage? Forget about the destination, it's all about the journey, baby! Feel the calm of gliding without a motor, savor the sweet symphony of the wind, and soak in the sun's warm embrace. Just chill! Let's leave all the hustle and bustle behind and dive into a stunning journey through Madeira´s waters.
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Soda/Pop
Alcoholic Beverages
Snacks
2 tablas de sup disponibles
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Soak the first sunrays of the day to charge your batteries for the rest of your visit to Madeira, try to catch the famous "Green Flash" as the sun sinks into the Atlantic or glide under the moonlight. Experience the tranquility of sailing without engine, enjoy the sweet sound of the wind and the caress of the sun on your skin. Relax! You are here to disconnect. Let's take all the time in the world and immerse ourselves in Madeira’s pristine waters. Just tell us your dream adventure, and we'll make it happen! Hot chocolate/Coffee and cakes, or wine and cheese included. On request (*), drinks and light bites are provided (beer, wine, kombucha, apple cider, sodas, lemonade). As light snacks we offer a choice of one of the following: - iberian pork sausages, cheeses, toast and chips - assorted hot typical Portuguese fritters (shrimp, codfish, meat, piglet) - hot miniquiches (ham&spinach), garbanzo bean falafels, humus and guacamole with chips - The Sailor breakfast: black scabbard sandwich, boiled egg, hot chocolate and banana (from madeira, of course!) (*) Prices may vary, but the adventure is priceless.
10 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Ewbailey,
Sep 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
This sunset cruise was spectacular and a highlight of our honeymoon trip to Madeira! Manolo and his son were so kind, knowledgeable, and professional. Their love for sailing was evident and contagious. We loved being able to stop and swim and really enjoyed our charcuterie board with wine as we watched the sunset. We could not recommend this trip enough, it’s a trip you’ll forever cherish. Thank you so much Manolo!




Robert F,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Viator
great sunset sail the captain and crew went above and beyond to make our sail un forgettable...the weather was perfect the seas were calm .....unfortunately the sun didn't cooperate with us for the sunset but you can't control the weather and it didn't matter any way ...we had a great time with the captain and crew and great friends to spend the evening with....I highly recommend the company to go with you will not be dissopointed and it is a beautiful way to sea the island






Hong Y,
May 21, 2025
- Review from Viator
What a fantastic family sailing experience in Madeira thanks to Captain Manolo and wonderful young assistant Joao. Beautiful scenery, delicious local snacks/drinks and a remarkable sunset to log in for our second Madeira trip. In addition, we all learned a few tips about sailing. Thank you Captain Manolo. We highly recommend this experience to others who would like to up their Madeira experience to another notch!
ARUN M,
Jan 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
Manolo and his son who assisted him went to great lengths to give us a truly fabulous experience as part of our wedding anniversary celebrations. There was delicious chilled wine and snacks on board. We chose the sunset cruise and were not disappointed. On request, he let me take the helm for a while and taught me some basics of sailing which i enjoyed. . They were courteous, friendly and very professional. The trip was fabulous and I would strongly recommend it to anyone.
H3956WMmikes,
Oct 21, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The Sunset Sailing Cruise in Madeira was absolutely unforgettable! Our guide, Manolo, made the experience even more special with his knowledge, warm personality, and passion for sailing. The views of the sunset over the ocean were breathtaking, and the tranquility of the private cruise made it feel so exclusive and relaxing. Manolo ensured everything was perfect, from the smooth sailing to the delightful atmosphere. This was truly the highlight of our trip to Madeira — highly recommend for anyone looking for a magical experience on the water!



inna-aeris,
Jul 28, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
I booked this trip as a birthday present for my husband. And only thanks to the Manolo has it become an unforgettable experience. How helpful, warm and concerned for his guests this person is.... you rarely meet such a person!!!! It had been a dream trip: from the first contact and until our departure from Madeira! The yacht was attractively equipped and offered the four of us plenty of space. The process was coordinated flexibly and according to our wishes. We were offered several activities (e.g. snorkeling, standing paddling). Drinks and delicious snacks should not be missing either! Successful snorkeling with ray watching, breathtaking sunset, beautiful view of night funchal, passing dolphins singing "Happy Birthday" - this will remain in our memories for a long time!!!! Many thanks Manolo!!!!!




Z2683TCjaneh,
May 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
We enjoyed a lovely sunset cruise with Sunkiss Sailing. 8 of us were comfortably seated, the sea was relatively calm, but the wind gave us a great sailing experience. Our captain was a great host. Welcome drinks and snacks provided, and a chance for some to use their sailing skills. À fun evening. We even saw dolphins!



martjorge,
May 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
An experience out of 10. The truth is that getting on board a sailboat and being lucky enough to be able to sail with the wind is wonderful. Manolo met us on his boat at the Funchal dock. He explained the safety rules to us and gave us a welcome drink. We spent 5 hours on the boat. As time went by, he brought us typical Spanish appetizers (he is from Spain). Without a doubt we will repeat the experience.












Gintautas K,
Apr 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
There could be countless motivations for someone to go on a boating journey. People are diverse, as are their interests. For us - two pairs of friends - the charm lies in finding solitude away from the crowd, rest from the noise, experience the wind, experience the sea. I'm so glad that I discovered Madeira Sunkiss Sailing, that I managed to identify from the description that it wasn't merely another 2-hour-fast-sailing-offer (yes, 2-3 hours is not enough!), that I could distinguish it from the other generic services for the masses. And we had a great time surfing the waves with TRIDENTE's sails up, enjoying the sailing, admiring the views of Madeira and, most importantly, enjoying each other’s company, as if we were good old friends with Manuel and Carlos. Thank you very much and I hope to see you next time! P.s. The absence of a fixed start time isn’t a drawback, but rather a benefit - we were able to negotiate a time that suited us perfectly

Maps175231,
Apr 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
The views from the sailing boat were amazing, food was very good. We stopped and took a dip in the ocean. We had a very nice time- highly recommend the trip!
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