Catamaran Sunset Cruise from Funchal by VMT Madeira
By VMT Madeira Catamaran · listed in boat trips and sunset cruises from Funchal
Pick this if you want a swim during a sunset catamaran trip. Dolphin and whale watching are also included. The published limit is 180 travellers. Look at the private boats if you want a boat to yourselves.
You sail from Funchal marina for 3 hours. There is a toilet on board. The bar sells food and drinks. Snorkelling gear is available against a cash deposit. You get the deposit back after the trip.
Make your own way to the marina. Check in at the VMT kiosk on Pier 8 before boarding. Bring sunscreen and a windbreaker. Pack a towel and swimwear too.
- Trip type
- Shared trip with places seen on the way
- Departure
- FunchalMeeting point and check-in below
- Duration
- 3 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 180 people
- Price
- from €40 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.51/5 from 83 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.5 from 22 reviews
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Arrive at the VMT kiosk on Pier 8, Funchal marina, 30 minutes before departure.
- There is no hotel pickup or drop-off.
- Bring cash for the refundable snorkelling deposit. Food and drinks cost extra at the bar.
- Book at least 12 hours before departure.
- Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund. Bad weather or too few bookings can cancel the trip.
- Give this one a miss if you have a heart condition.
- Up to 30 people per booking.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | What it is | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunset trip with dolphinwatch | €40 per adult | English, Portuguese | |
| Sunset Trip | New Schedule | €40 per adult | English, Portuguese |
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Programme
- Check in at the Pier 8 kiosk in Funchal marina 30 minutes before departure
- Sunset cruise with a search for dolphins and whales
- Swimming stop
- Return to Funchal marina after 3 hours
What the operator writes about each stop
- VMT Madeira
We are in Funchal and we look towards the twilight. Do you know what we see? Absolutely nothing! No buildings, towers or bridges. Only nature, an endless ocean, a constant line that balances days and nights and with the 3 Desert Islands there in the background, a little to the left. Board with us on a dream journey, a romantic wave, where besides sighting dolphins and/or whales, it is possible to swim in the warm waters accompanied by the sunset. We sail out for 3 hours so that you can partake in this unique spectacle of colour that changes every day and reflects in the passive ocean of our coast.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- 3-hour catamaran trip.
- WC available on board.
- Dolphin and whale watching.
- Swimming stop.
Paid separately
- Food and drinks (available for purchase at the bar)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Snorkeling equipment (subject to a refundable cash deposit, returned after the trip).
Meeting point, pickup and return
Meet at the start point.
Kiosk VMT Madeira Catamaran Trips, Funchal Marina, Pier 8 Check-In: 30 minutes before departure Show in Google Maps
You come back to the same place.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: daily, at 17:00, 18:30. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 12 hours ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip. The trip can also be cancelled if too few people book.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- It is recommend to bring sunscreen, a windbreaker, a towel and bathing suit
- Infant rate: ages 0 to 4
- Child rate: ages 5 to 12
- Adult rate: ages 13 to 99
Ratings by source
4.51/5 from 83 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.5 from 22 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 4.5 | 22 | 14 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Tripadvisor | 4.5 | 61 | 45 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 3 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In VMT Madeira Catamaran's own words, from the Viator listing.
Enjoy a unique setting with the beautiful colors of a sunset reflected in the sea, accompanied by the peaceful melody of the ocean. Get also the chance to spot dolphins, whales and occasionally even turtles. There is also the possibility to swim while watching the sunset.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Half Day Madeira Island Cruise with Lunch€29.50 dearer · 2 hours longer · 55 people at most · from €69.50 per adult
- Sunset Cruise with Dinner on Board€25 dearer · 1 hour longer · 55 people at most · from €65 per adult
- Seaborn Catamaran trips€5 cheaper · 100 people at most · from €35 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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