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Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira: Wild Animal Encounters with an Adrenaline Rush
4.9
1,081 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
(1081 Ratings)
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Nomad723895
Mar 15, 2025
Super experience - Super nice people! They could tell us a lot about what we saw. The captain liked to joke around with speed of the boat. We saw pilot whales and dolphins. The ride was fun!
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Freedom38723805001
Mar 6, 2025
Unique experience, gladly again! - Super guides, totally pleasant speedboat ride and super effort to see animals. We were already on our way back when we suddenly saw a whole herd of pilot whales. We were in the middle of it and it was really a great experience! Gladly again 🫶🏼
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Korinnaw639
Mar 4, 2025
Super despite weather conditions - The tour was an experience: Speedboat, dolphins, sun, rain, wind, cold - it was a challenge, but a very positive😂
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Patriciami4298kf
Mar 4, 2025
Wonderful tour - To say that the experience has been fabulous, thanks to the guide who always spoke to us in Spanish to understand him, as it was only to speak English.
Apart from the dolphins we saw, which was a pass, they showed us part of the island with their explanations and the captain made some super fun pirouette, my daughter and I loved everything.
Thank you millions
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Annev1264
Feb 28, 2025
Magic - We met 2 species of dolphins who approached the boat and made impressive jumps. It was magical to see them in their natural environment rather than in a dolphinarium!
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Antonio
Feb 27, 2025
The best choice you can make - The trip exceeded all expectations. The company is well organized and professional, the staff kind and well informed to teach about the animals we saw and could see and hands down to the spotters. We saw two types of dolphins in large numbers, swimming under the boat and jumping just in front of us. A truly unique and amazing experience, far better than any other tour I have done.
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Stay318965
Feb 27, 2025
unforgettable experience - an unforgettable experience with a sympathetic crew who have a lot to tell about the dolphins sighted. we were extremely lucky: sightings without end ... and the boat trip has raised our adrenaline levels - we are completely happy and boisterous from on board and highly recommend the boys of h2o
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U1562apvanessav
Feb 26, 2025
Great crew! - Great captain and steward! They pushed the limits to get to the dolphins before the catamarans did. Amazing trip with long waves - surprisingly comfortable
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Ulrikeg954
Feb 21, 2025
Beautiful 🤩 - Very nice experience with a professional and pleasant team. Thank you for this wonderful moment 😊 respecting the natural environment of dolphins 🐬
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W8460yilindat
Feb 21, 2025
Definitely worth it - Very (exciting) fun experience. Respect for the animals and fun stories. Despite the huge waves we were able to spot dolphins.
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