THE WHALE WATCHING GUIDE
The trips worth booking.
The 15 whale watching in portugal travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.
Whale and dolphin watching off Ponta Delgada with a marine biologist guide, catamaran or Zodiac options, plus a backup tour.
Most Popular“It was an amazing experience! Thank you so much for being a part of this 🫶🏼”
Azores zodiac whale tour with a marine biologist and a volcanic islet loop near Vila Franca do Campo, with a sighting guarantee.
“Stephanie and Daniel were so amazing explaining everything and took time for us to observe the dolphins and whales. They went carefully around the whale and at the end of the journey the whale came closer to our boat!!! The best experience on wildlife watching - show how professional they are on the field. Hope…”
Luxury catamaran whale watching from Funchal with open bar, snacks, and a swim by Cabo Girão’s sea cliff.
“The crew were friendly, kind and very informative. We were thrilled to see bull head dolphins and pilot whales up close. Through-out the trip we were served a delicious range of Madeira specialties and a great choice of drinks. The crew took photos during the trip which they are going to email to all the…”
Azores whale and dolphin watching from Vila Franca do Campo with marine biologists on a RIB, plus an islet stop. 3 hours.
“Thanks to Marilou and Flora for a great tour. We saw a lot of common dolphins and three fin whales, the second biggest in the world.”
Eco-friendly catamaran sailing from Funchal for dolphin and whale watching, with land spotters, hybrid-electric engines, and Madeira coastline views.
“Highly recommended! Excellent value for money. Experienced and professional tour guides. Special thanks to Salvador, a truly pleasant and knowledgeable member of staff! The boat wasn't overcrowded. Everything was extremely well organized. We received a lot of information and even saw dolphins and whales several times.”
Luxurious whale watching from Funchal on a small catamaran, with drinks, snacks, and a swim/snorkel stop at Cabo Girao.
“Fantastic afternoon, well worth doing. The drinks flowed the nibbles we're lovely the staff were Fabulous & couldn't do enough & the dolphins were so amazing.”
RIB whale and dolphin watching in Calheta, Madeira. Spotter-led searches, expert commentary, and Atlantic views in about two hours.
“Experienced Staff, knowledgable with the marine species and the conservation of the ocean, friendly and professional.”
Small-group whale and dolphin watching from Calheta Marina, with snorkel stops, warm water swims, drinks, and expert crew on Miranda.
“They are 10 stars, everything went smooth, staff friendly, and professional. Greatly recommend and definitely well return again. Thank you !”
Azores whale watching from Vila Franca do Campo on a RIB with a marine biologist, plus Princess Ring Islet views.
“We could see many dolphins jumping, never had seen before. Unfortunately no whale was seen on that day.”
A 2-hour Madeira speedboat cruise with a marine biologist spotting dolphins and whales, plus turtles and birds from Funchal.
“It was so much fun!!! Easy to find, easy to check in. They even provide you with the poncho against “splashes”. This is an absolute must have. Ideally bring your own water proof jacket with a hood and ideally easy to dry trousers or shorts. On your way back you will be completely wet, trust…”
Azores whale watching from Ponta Delgada: guided boat trip for dolphins and whales, flexible routes, two boats, and a no-sighting refund.
“Amazing experience Everyone super professional and had many knowledge. They love what they are doing and it shows! Would definitely recommend if you get easily seasick to avoid the speed boat and take the bigger option or take a tablet before It is definitely worth it!”
3-hour catamaran dolphin and whale watching from Funchal, Madeira. Spot cetaceans, cruise the coast, and maybe swim at Cabo Girão.
“Saw dolphins, drank cocktails, swam in the ocean under the first Madeira cliff, the crew was very nice and polite. Great experience!”
Private dolphin and whale watching from Calheta in Madeira with snorkeling, sparkling wine, and a flexible 2.5-hour yacht charter for up to 5.
“Brilliant morning, set off and almost immediately saw a pod of dolphins. Crew were helpful and informative. Very comfortable boat, wish we had booked longer!”
RIB dolphin and whale watching in Madeira with a marine biologist, close-up sightings, and Madeira coast views from Funchal.
“We thoroughly enjoyed our boat trip. Raquel was friendly and informative. The trip as a whole was very well organised and we were made to feel safe by the crew throughout. The boat itself was a lot of fun but in addition we got to see bottleneck dolphins and Atlantic Spotted dolphins to include a…”
A fast 2-hour Madeira sea safari from Funchal with expert guides, live commentary, and a real shot at dolphins, whales, turtles, and birds.
“Fabulous experience! Even though it was windy and we got very wet, it was so much fun! Aside from that, Clara, our guide shared interesting information about the bottle nose dolphins that we saw.”
Every coast with a season worth booking, port by port.
