Madeira Whale Watching Tours Ranked by Seasickness Risk
We scored 12 whale watching tours in Madeira from their listings. None of the 12 tours scores 2 or lower on our 1–5 seasickness risk scale. The calmest options are Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island (H2oMadeira); Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran (Magic Dolphin).
This score is our estimate from the listing’s description, not an operator figure. How we score.
| Tour | Seasickness risk | From | |
|---|---|---|---|
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island
“Driver/guide” |
3/5 | $68 | Check dates |
Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $40 | Check dates |
Eco-Friendly Catamaran Dolphin and Whale Watching
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $40 | Check dates |
Funchal : Observation of dolphins and whales in a luxury catamaran
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $46 | Check dates |
VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $90 | Check dates |
Dolphins & Whales by VMT
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $46 | Check dates |
Seaborn Catamaran trips
“Estimate from activity type” |
4/5 | $40 | Check dates |
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira
“Be there and join them while they cruise along on their journey in the open seas.” |
5/5 | $84 | Check dates |
Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching Tour
“Experience Madeira's marine life aboard a fast and comfortable RIB, accompanied by an experienced skipper and a marine biologist.” |
5/5 | $63 | Check dates |
Responsible Whales and/or Dolphins Watching Tour
“✔️ Guided by experts – Our marine biologists and experienced crew provide fascinating insights throughout the tour.” |
5/5 | $59 | Check dates |
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour from Funchal
“We have lookouts on land with binoculars specified for observing Cetaceans in the open sea.” |
5/5 | $68 | Check dates |
Whale & Dolphin Watching in Madeira
“Its excellent location allows you to see these species throughout the year.” |
5/5 | $71 | Check dates |
Questions
Which whale watching tour in Madeira is best if I get seasick?
Start with Whale and Dolphin Watching in Calheta, Madeira Island (H2oMadeira); Madeira Dolphin and Whale Watching on a Ecological Catamaran (Magic Dolphin); VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching (VipDolphins Catamaran Whale Watching). Their listings describe the calmest water or most stable boats. Our score is an estimate from the listing text.
How up to date is this information?
We last checked these listings on 2026-11-02 and re-check every listing monthly. Operators can change their rules, so confirm before you book.
Restrictions come from each tour’s listing on GetYourGuide or Viator: the suitability notes, “Know before you go”, booking rules, and what is and isn’t included. Last checked 2026-11-02. Operators change rules, so confirm before you book.
More about whale watching tours in Madeira
- Minimum age
- Pregnancy
- Solo-friendly
- Restroom on board
- Car seat provided
- Adults only
- Dress code
- Wheelchair access