Dolphins and Whales Watching Tour by RIB boat in Funchal
Overview
Join a small-sized group RIB boat tour to Dolphins and Whales. A thrilling ride along Madeiras south coastline awaits you.
Welcome aboard a thrill-full and nature involved experience.
Our boat takes you to the amazing panoramic seaside view of Madeira, with a very high chance of finding wild living Dolphins, Whales and even sometimes Turtles!
Swim with Dolphins- With this option you are booking the add-on option. The price of 20€/participant will only be charged on-site if it was possible to enter the water with the animals. otherwise you will just be charged the standard trip price!
Private Tour- If you choose to book your own private boat, you may bring as many as 18 passengers along!
What's Included
- Boat trip with all necessary safety equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks
- Swim with Dolphins add-on (+20€) if possible will be charged on-site in cash only.
- Parking Fees (if needed)
Meeting Location
Marina do Funchal 700
São Martinho, 9000 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Funchal (pass by)
Cabo Girao (pass by)
Camara De Lobos (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-409330P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Boat trip with all necessary safety equipment.
- All Fees and Taxes.
- Snacks.
- Swim with Dolphins add-on (+20€) if possible will be charged on-site in cash only.
- Parking Fees (if needed).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 5. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Dolphins and Whales Watching Tour by RIB boat in Funchal is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Dolphins and Whales Watching Tour by RIB boat in Funchal will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Boat trip with all necessary safety equipment
- All Fees and Taxes
- Snacks
- Swim with Dolphins add-on (+20€) if possible will be charged on-site in cash only.
- Parking Fees (if needed)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers
