Whale & Dolphin Watching in Madeira
By Madeira Sea Emotions · listed in whale and dolphin watching tours in Madeira
This could suit you if Quinta do Lorde marina fits your plans on the east coast. That departure point earns it a place in our Madeira whale and dolphin watching comparison. Pickup costs extra.
The return passes Ponta de São Lourenço after the wildlife search. There's a swim at Cais do Sardinha. Life jackets and fees are included. Snacks and alcoholic drinks aren't. There are several start times. Check for a place on your date.
- Trip type
- Shared activity
- Departure
- Quinta do LordeMeeting point and check-in below
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 30 people
- Price
- from €62.50 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.82/5 from 221 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 9 reviews
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Meet at the marina. Pickup costs extra.
- Go to pontoon D or E at Quinta do Lorde marina. If you're driving, use the hotel's covered car park.
- The booking age range is 5 to 70.
- Give this one a miss if you're pregnant, or if you have a back or spine injury or a heart condition.
- At least one adult (13+) per booking, up to 30 people per booking.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Board at pontoon D or E at Quinta do Lorde marina.
- Head out to look for whales and dolphins.
- Pass Ponta de São Lourenço on the way back.
- A swim at Cais do Sardinha.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Life jacket
- All Fees and Taxes
Paid separately
- Alcoholic beverages
- Snacks
- Pick up (10 € per person)
Meeting point, pickup and return
Meet at the start point.
- Private car, must be parked in the covered car park inside the Hotel - Public bus, take the SAM bus 113 towards Ponta de São Lourenço and stay at the main entrance of Hotel Quinta do Lorde. The boats leave, at Marina's pontoon D or E Show in Google Maps
You come back to the same place.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: daily, at 09:00, 09:30, 10:00, 12:00, 12:30, 15:00, 16:00, 17:00. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 8 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
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Child rate: ages 5 to 12
- Adult rate: ages 13 to 70
Ratings by source
4.82/5 from 221 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 9 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 9 | 9 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 4.8 | 212 | 191 | 12 | 4 | 1 | 4 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Madeira Sea Emotions's own words, from the Viator listing.
During your visit to Madeira, it is almost mandatory to take a sea tour to observe cetaceans. Its excellent location allows you to see these species throughout the year.
Take a close look at some of the 28 species of cetaceans that inhabit or visit the waters of the Madeira Archipelago. On our boat trips, it is very common to find:
The Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis)
The Painted Dolphin (Stenella frontalis)
The Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truincatu)
The Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus)
The Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus)
Bryde's Whale (Balaenoptera edeni).
In the turtle family, the Boba Turtle (Caretta caretta) is the most sighted.
Come and observe these friendly cetaceans and make your trip a truly unforgettable experience!
Alternatives in the same collection
- Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira€11.50 dearer · 30 minutes longer · 12 people at most · from €74 per adult
- Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island€2.50 cheaper · 12 people at most · from €60 per adult
- VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching€16.50 dearer · 1 hour longer · 17 people at most · from €79 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Every detail on this page comes from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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