H2O Madeira
We have always been curious about the other inhabitants of our planet. We will take you to see what the ancient Greeks called “Ketos” – marine monster – and observe them in their habitat.
HOW WE WORK
What makes us the best choice for whale watching
Whale and Dolphin Watching Madeira
SPOTTER
We work with a spotter on land to make your trip a better experience. It’s his job to locate and inform where are the whales & dolphins (which are also known as cetaceans). Thanks to him, our success rating in 2020 was 100% and 99% for the last 5 Years.
THE TRIP
Madeira Island is one of the best locations in the world for whale and dolphin watching. Let us take you there! The boat trip lasts at least 2 hours, departing and returning to Calheta's marina.
CREW
During the boat trip you will be accompanied by an experienced crew who will fascinate you about all marine life that exist around our island.
BOATS
Our RIB boats "Cetos" and "Pakicetus" are ideal for whale & dolphin watching, complying with all safety standards and ensuring a very close encounter with the animals.
ACTIVITIES
€ 55 Adult / € 30 Children
(≤ 15 years)
Private Charter 500€
(Maximum 12 people)
Join us for a trip in the atlantic ocean and get close to some of the most amazing animals you can find!
Our goal is to lead you to the highest number of species as possible and furthermore let you enjoy a friendly & respectful ambient with the animals!
WARNING: Activity is NOT suitable for people with BACK PROBLEMS, PREGNANCY, or REDUCED MOBILITY!
*Concerned you might not see any Cetaceans? Don’t be!
Your trip comes with a guaranty! Should you not see any dolphins nor whales during your trip, we will fully return your money!
+ € 20
Why not include an extra to your normal trip? Swimming with dolphins is an unforgettable experience! Grab snorkeling gear and jump in the water with these friendly animals. Watch and "feel" them where they belong - in the wild! We have two different and very friendly species that you can swimm with in the atlantic. If the conditions are right and the animals are in a good mood, don’t miss your chance! In case it’s not possible you only pay for the normal trip.
A Pre-booking is required (Max.4 Pax /Trip), please contact us.
This experience can be stressful since you are holding onto a cable, and being dragged by the boat (it´s not free-swimming).
Experience with snorkel equipment is mandatory.
STATISTICS
SPECIES
Spotted Dolphin
(Stenella frontalis)
Always ready for fun and play, this species is known by our team as "the clowns". Mostly seen in Summer, they enjoy following boats that are moving fast, and to play among themselves and with us, giving us amazing moments when they decide to “fly”. Being this friendly, this is one of the species we can swim with here in Madeira.
Pilot Whale
(Globicephala macrorhynchus)
One of the two species of cetaceans that we have a local population, but we also have groups in migration. Having a local group, it is always possible to find them, they always travel in groups. When we find them resting it’s one of the most impressive moments, because we can easily approach and admire these animals.
CONTACT US
H2O MADEIRA
Adventure Made Unipessoal, Lda.
LOCATION
Porto de Recreio da Calheta,
Vila da Calheta, Calheta 9370-133
MADEIRA - PORTUGAL
(We are located in Calheta's Marina,
between the Savoy Calheta Beach hotel
and the Savoy Saccharum hotel)
GPS – N 32º43'067" W 017º10'240"
CONTACT
(+351) 965 104 018
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
SHARED EXPERIENCE
"We (2 adults, 2 kids of 10 and 13), spend a week on Madeira and the first thing to do was whale and dolphin watching. The first day we saw loads of Bottlenose, striped and common and a Turtle (and a lot of Portuguese man-o-war). The way H2O works is very relaxed and professional; they do not get to close to the dolphins but let them come to you and never stay to long. For the ones who enjoy a bit of adrenaline; make sure you have an operator with a RIB boat. We even did a second trip a couple of days later because we enjoyed it so much and we wanted to see the dolphins from within the water, which we enjoyed even more."