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Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira: Wild Animal Encounters with an Adrenaline Rush
4.9
1,066 Ratings
Vila da Calheta
Encounter exhilarating instances with untamed creatures in their native environment, complete with an added dash of thrill!
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…
- 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 viewing experience. Our RIB Boat’s speed allows for prompt responses, increasing the likelihood of spotting cetaceans and providing additional time to search for other marine life. We are dedicated to maximizing your exposure to the wonders of the natural world!
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
- 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
- Food and drinks
Additional Information
- No pets are allowed on board
- 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.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.9
(1066 Ratings)
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Connector03558460681
Jan 6, 2025
Yet two more species of dolphins seen. Full commitment. - Highly recommended. Very anxious to facilitate sightings. In our case we were already on our way back, but then they sped off towards Funchal and we saw a group of dolphins. Then again on the way back a turn and have seen yet another kind of dolphins. The speedboat ride is pretty cool in itself. Highly recommended!
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Claudiaa457
Jan 6, 2025
Recommended Tour! - Recommended tour. The captain showed great patience and in the end we were able to see a family of whales. We enjoyed a refreshing breeze almost 2 nautical miles out of Ponta do Sol to meet an amazing group of Short Finned Pilot Whales, at least 20 that we could see. They are quite curious and playful, in a peaceful way. Experienced crew - we got a lot of information.
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Olaf
Jan 1, 2025
Pure fascination with professional support - Orga: 5*
You will be reminded of the appointment by email
Personnel: 5*
Office very friendly and helpful, for all questions time
On the boat very competent companion in VIE languages we were very professionally and competently informed about the wildlife
Boot: 5*
Clean with fun factor
Every time again
Value for money was great
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Buffetouarda
Dec 31, 2024
Great experience! - Thank you very much for this unforgettable moment! Lino was exciting and the skipper regaled us (even more with the bonus of the end 😉) we learned a lot about dolphins and Madeira. Thank you to the whole team 🙏
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Mobile05076625255
Dec 31, 2024
Just great! - It was really a great, unique experience. Whales and various dolphins have been sighted. The “ride” on the dinghy (with solid bottom) was just as great and a bit adventurous. The very competent guide explained everything in perfect English and as far as I can tell, also in very good French.
A truly uniquely beautiful experience that will have an impact for a long time to come.
We can make an absolutely unqualified recommendation.
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Passenger11390864436
Dec 30, 2024
An unforgettable experience! We were lucky enough to see about 30 sperm whales and pilot whales. Guide + driver were great🙏🙏 - Highly recommended 🐬🐳🐋. Good explanations from Guid, driver has made extra turns for guests....highly recommended. Thank you again for this emotional and special experience!
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Dieleo2019
Dec 27, 2024
Great experience! - We had a super nice tour. Very professionally organized, started on time and with good instruction. We've seen dolphins and even a sperm whale. What an experience. There were many explanations and information from our guide. Absolute recommendation!
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Waelm2013
Dec 22, 2024
Great experience! - Great tour overall! We ended up seeing two type of dolphins, and some swam right up to our boat which was terrific. The guides were extremely friendly and professional, highly recommended!
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W9510ykchristophs
Dec 20, 2024
Dolphin Watching off Madeira - It was really a great tour of H2OMadeira. I can only recommend it to anyone. We have seen a lot of dolphins & also feel that this is also about animal welfare.
It's a fun ride with a smaller boat that quickly drives over the waves to the possible dolphin places.
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Leon_k
Dec 16, 2024
Good - Plus: We saw Dolphins, nice guide
Minus: no whales, long time just drive around seeing nothing, but the guides tried their best
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