Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira: Wild Animal Encounters with an Adrenaline Rush

Encounter exhilarating instances with untamed creatures in their native environment, complete with an added dash of thrill!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • H2O Madeira - Whale & dolphin watching - Madeira’s strategic position enables encounters with a diverse array of sea mammals. Since these creatures often migrate, their positions are constantly changing. Our land-based Spotter uses binoculars to pinpoint their location and relay this information to our crew, ensuring a respectful and intimate…
What's Included
  • Expert local guide accompanies the tour
  • Knowledgeable driver/guide ensures a smooth trip
  • Enjoy live commentary on board for an immersive experience
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information
  • No pets are allowed on board
Location
H2O Madeira - Whale & dolphin watching
We ask you to do the check-in 20 minutes before departure at our Store "H2oMadeira", at the Marina of Calheta (Level 0). (https://g.page/h2omadeira?share) Parking: The marina's car parking lot is the closest and least expensive one in the area (https://maps.app.goo.gl/Ly1e8j92jBX8EQMt6)
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Nicholas_d
May 29, 2025
Great experience, saw... - Great experience, saw bottlenose and spotted dolphins. The whole family had a great time including the young children
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Syd83500
May 24, 2025
Magic moment - A magical moment shared with my spouse thanks to the professionalism of the team that allowed us to get as close as possible to 3 groups of dolphins respecting their well-being. The dolphins came naturally to us and even started a race with the boat. The boat is fast, comfortable. Friendly and environmentally conscious team. I recommend 100%.
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86olenak
May 23, 2025
An experience of a lifetime 🐬 - Today, 23rd of May 2025 we were allowed to have an experience of the lifetime: we managed to see two different kinds of dolphins and even a whale! What a delight! The tour was very fun, we enjoyed speedboat a lot! I also appreciated that the stuff picked up the garbage from the ocean, that means they really care about the environment. Kudos and obrigado🐬🐬🐬
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Coastal82061
May 23, 2025
Very nice moment! - Very good memory of this outing, even if the dolphins were not super cooperative! But with or without dolphins, going out to sea is already a great time. Very nice and professional companions. I recommend without hesitation especially that if there is no dolphin, we refund you!!
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693manonf
May 23, 2025
Excellent - We had a great time, the service is great, we could see sperm whale, and dolphin. A wonderful moment. We recommend!
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Dream62193998347
May 19, 2025
Best Madeira Marine Tour! - This was the most amazing experience – absolutely 100% recommend! We had a great captain and crew who made the most of our rough-ish seas with just the right amount of wave fun AND we spent some lovely quiet time with two pods of dolphins. To be so close to such beautiful and smart creatures while learning a bit about them and their habitat as well as their “history” with Madeira was truly a gift. Definitely choose this specific tour company – not only for its excellent service and reputation but also for the opportunity to be out and about on Madeira. Calheta has a great vibe and lots to see and do! Thank you H2O Madeira!!
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Northstar05697986849
May 19, 2025
An unforgettable experience - My wife and I did this tour in early May 2025. It has become an unforgettable experience for us. The two very nice guides on board made sure that we could observe dolphins up close. In total we saw 3 groups of dolphins in different locations. With regard to the animals, the stay with a group is limited in time. The consideration of the animals has inspired us. The following is also worth mentioning; although you ride a speedboat, you approach the animals very slowly, of course. Here too, animal welfare is paramount. In addition to dolphin watching, it should be mentioned that the trip on this boat is also an experience in itself. In rough seas you risk a few splashes of Atlantic water, so a rain jacket should be part of the equipment. We were also particularly impressed by the friendly companions from H2o, who explained everything worth seeing in detail. Seeing Madeira from the water side is another highlight of this tour. We can only recommend this activity.
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Happiness702426
May 17, 2025
Brilliant, Exhilarating and Spectacular trip. - Stunning, absolutely stunning and exhilarating trip. We saw pilot whales and a host of dolphins on a 2 hour trip which was just spectacular. I can't recommend this high enough. Brilliant value for money and simply a fabulous trip which was the highlight of our holiday.
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Anettehirsl
May 15, 2025
The best experience at Madeira - What an amazing experience. We saw three dolphin species and turtles. Our skippers also told us interesting facts about the lives of dolphins and whales and didn't waste a minute when they saw that there were more nearby. We had the best time!
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Connector61608955651
May 14, 2025
Great experience - Many animals - Relaxed tour with dedicated and friendly staff! On our 12:00 o'clock tour everything was there (different species of dolphins, smaller whales and two sea turtles). Clear recommendation!!!
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From $63
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).