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Madeira Catamaran

Ruas das Hortas, 11, Funchal, Madeira 9050 024, Portugal
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Ranked #5 of 42 activities in Funchal
Type: Boat Tours
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London, United Kingdom
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90 reviews 90 reviews
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Reviews in 43 cities Reviews in 43 cities
69 helpful votes 69 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Can definitely recommend this as something to do while in Funchal. Plenty of room on the boat and don't be afraid to settle on the nets at the front for a lovely view (bring a towel to sit on in case the sun beds all go). Don't forget suncream either! The boat has refreshments for sale and toilets on board.... More

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Krakow, Poland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

We were on a great afternoon (15:00-18:00) trip to watch dolphins. We saw a group of dolphins that have been very friendly and were staying close to the catamaran for some time so everyone could take a picture or capture a movie. On our way back we sailed along beautiful coasts of Madeira enjoying panoramic views of Santa Cruz (including... More

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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

Great way to spend the afternoon, we saw dolphins's swimming next to the catamaran, 2 huge turtles and a whale all in one afternoon. You even get to swim in one of the cleanest & bluest sea's I have seen..

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Moscow, Russia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

Great experience, particularly lying on the nets with ocean waves hitting you from below. On the first trip we found nothing and we got a free ticket. On the second trip we found dolphins and the turtle near the end of our ride. They also ride you by the coast from Cabo Girao to the port, which offers nice views... More

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London, United Kingdom
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2013

We went out on a trip on the afternoon of our second full day in Madeira. The crew was very friendly and the price was good compared to trips with other companies. The weather was beautiful as well, but sadly we didn't see any dolphins or whales. As a result we took advantage of their offer to have a second... More

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London, United Kingdom
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6 attraction reviews
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8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 April 2013

That is a must in Madeira - very relaxing and you can see a Dolphins which are so sweet. Plan your trip in advance and make sure that weather is good because it can be windy. On the way back when they rise a speed - just lay on the net - excellent experience.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

A fantastic three-hour trip. Just as we thought we weren't going to be lucky and see any dolphins, the pilots (who'd been watching through binoculars for signs of them throughout the trip), suddenly killed the engines and told us all where to look. And there they were - a couple, first, leaping out of the water in perfect synchronisation, right... More

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Bridgwater, United Kingdom
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2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 January 2013

We have been out with this boat before back in September and saw a whale and that was excellent but this trip was amazing. The sea was very calm which may have helped. We saw spotted dolphins which came around the boat and clearly had fun in the bow waves, the crew thought there could have been up to one... More

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Westcliff on Sea, England
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 January 2013

They found the Whales before the other boats out, then the Dolphins first. No Loud Music, plenty of shade, cold beer on tap. A great way to spend new years day or any other day.

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Wroclaw, Poland
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 December 2012

went on the Sea the Best catamaran end of December - saw plenty of dolphins and a few whales. Staff is very friendly, interesting comments about the animals and views. Boat is quite big and stable so I could hardly feel the waves.

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