Half-day Catamaran Trip: Madeiran Coast Adventure
4.5
262 Ratings
Funchal
Embark on a half-day catamaran trip from Funchal and experience the beauty of the Madeiran coast. Spot dolphins and whales, swim in the summer, and enjoy a responsible and eco-friendly experience.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Seaborn Catamaran - Discover the natural beauty of Madeira coastline on our spacious, comfortable and stable catamaran. Search for dolphins, whales and turtles in their natural habitat.
    Take in panoramic views of the island from the sea Explore the crystal clear waters under the Cabo Girão promontory where in the summer we will stop for a swim.
What's Included
  • Catamaran trip
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Dolphins or whales sightings are not guaranteed.
Additional Information

Experience the picturesque Madeiran coast in comfort and stability onboard our catamarans. Various species of dolphins and whales make Madeira their transit route all year round. So, regardless of the season of your visit - summer or winter, your chances of spotting these magnificent sea creatures remain promising.

In the summer, we schedule a swimming stop. For those interested, snorkelling gear is available but requires a cash deposit. Unwind on the deck while sipping a refreshing beverage from our onboard bar.

We take our responsibility for respectful dolphin and whale watching seriously and we strive to instil this understanding in our guests. Our commitment to making a positive impact manifests in respecting marine wildlife, collecting any trash we encounter at sea and minimizing the use of single-use plastic as much as possible.

Please ensure you arrive at our office in Funchal Marina 30 minutes before the departure time to exchange your ticket for a boarding pass. Unfortunately, missed departures cannot be refunded.

Location
Seaborn Catamaran
Marina do Funchal
Meeting at Seaborn at Seaborn office at Funchal Marina 30 minutes before departure to collect your boarding card.
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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(262 Ratings)
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Giulia_c
Mar 24, 2024
A must (if the weather seems to be good)! - It was amazing, we had the chance to see the dolphins really close! We also saw the waterfalls falling into the see and the weather was so good that we also got a beautiful tan and enjoy the whole experience! The crew and the captain were really kind and friendly and the boat is really confortable. Just check the weather (and cross your fingers because it can change really fast) because I think it wouldn’t be so enjoyable if it was raining, cold, windy or cloudy!
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Claudiagwhitty
Dec 23, 2023
Amazing experience! - The crew were welcoming and professional. Good safety briefing then off we went for the afternoon sailing. What a marvellous way to spend 3 hours, with team members explaining which dolphins or whales we might see. They also shared some traditional Christmas biscuits and liqueur. Amazing experience!
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Edekaz
Nov 12, 2023
Mega! Incredibly beautiful trip - Highly recommended! Went out under full sail... without an engine. We saw dolphins and whales. The crew was super friendly and attentive. It was a real experience. OK... no orcas on this tour (we already had them with Born), but great as always!!!
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893rebeccas
Oct 30, 2023
a must see - Absolutely amazing and a must do. We purchased tickets from a street vendor and arrived 20 minutes early. We sat on the nets at the front of the catamaran and could see and feel the sea under us the entire journey. It was pleasant and comfortable and a lovely hot day. When we got there we got to see dolphins and pilot whales (the company has spotters on land to increase the chances of seeing them). On the way back you get a 10 minutes stop in a bay to swim. They let down ladders for you to get in or you can choose to jump in from a platform at the front. I went in whilst the rest of my family stayed on board. The water was 24°c at the end of October and it was lovely. Perfect for such a warm day of 25°c. It was then a short journey back to the harbour. Unloading was easy and the staff are all very helpful.
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Matthiasritscher
Oct 18, 2023
Great experience - Everything went perfectly. Nice crew, saw whales and dolphins. With a swimming stop. Recommended!! Not far from the cruise terminal
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Cathysv5182ow
Oct 8, 2023
FANTASTICAL.🥰😍🤩 - Omg what an experience, we saw whales and lots of dolphins just a few feet away and jumping out of the water. Crew were fantastic. When we were getting off there was a tip jar, I put some in but was embarrassed how few people did. Come on you meanies you had a great half day and it was so cheap.
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Dh57
Oct 6, 2023
Lovely trip, but no dolphins. - A lovely boat ride, beautiful boat, and very nice, helpful crew. Unfortunately, no dolphins or whales, but you can’t have everything!
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582carstenm
Sep 21, 2023
Very nice tour along the coast - We saw whales and dolphins straight away. The high cliffs were also impressive; you could even swim for 20 minutes off them. The onboard bar had everything you needed at good prices.
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Global542963
Oct 5, 2023
Nice boat trip - No dolphins or whales but nice trip with views of Funchal. Good catamaran. Staff were helpful. Some shade and toilets.
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Gon_aloc592
Aug 31, 2023
Overcrowded - The Catamaran was overcrowded. More than 50 people were on board, I counted. There was nowhere to move. You can imagine the confusion it was when the dolphins were spotted.
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