What to do and see in Funchal, Madeira Islands: The Best Swim with Dolphins

VENTURA|nature emotions is a nature tourism company based in Madeira Islands, Portugal with a clear ambition – organize birdwatching tours, whale & dolphin watching tours, and outdoor activities around Madeira Islands, Desertas Islands and Selvagens Islands on a classic sailing boat and on a comfortable RIB boat.Since 2000 we give the opportunity to watch several species of marine birds like shearwaters and petrels including the madeiran storm-petrel, white faced storm-petrel, fea's and zino's petrel, bulwer's petrel and many marine mammals like the spotted dolphins, common dolphins, bottlenose dolphins, pilot whales, sperm whales and many others species.Since 2006 we are also organizing land tours to see endemic birds like the zino's petrel, torcaz pigeon and the madeira firecrest in the mountains. We have in our team people with great motivation and experience in the several fields like marine biologists, skippers, guides and tour leaders, and tour managers that, associated to the always present professionalism, contributes to a pleased atmosphere during our programmes and the most enjoyable guided tours.VENTURA |nature emotions is totally committed to the conservation of our natural world and likes to give to all that came in our tours a different experience of seeing the natural species. We think that is a need to have correct knowledge of the species and their habitats to have a successful conservation attitude.We hope to see you soonFrom all the Ventura Team ;)

Madeira Divepoint is located in the Pestana Hotel Madeira Carlton and is the only PADI 5 Star Training Facility and Dive Resort in Madeira. The dive – center has a fantastic ocean front location on the south side of Madeira. Whether you are like to go diving in the National Underwater park, snorkeling with Dolphins or just joining us for the boat ride, you’ll find that our staff is highly trained and friendly, our boats are customized for diving and snorkeling and our facilities is first class. Come join us to see some of the most spectacular underwater world, wrecks and beautiful fish life found in Madeira.

We are the only whale watching company in Madeira providing a luxury dolphins and whales.

Dive in the fascinating Underwater World of Madeira. For us scuba diving is a passion and we like to show our guests the beautiful and rich marine life in Madeira. Diving is something special for us we are placing a high value on personal attention and individualized service. Our friendly approach, the relaxed atmosphere and the flexible dive planning making scuba diving with Scuba Madeira a comfortable dive experience. We are providing diving in the National Park Garajau and in the ECO Park of Funchal, Wreck, night, cavern and FREE nitrox diving.

We offer a thrilling 2h tour on the speed boat which has 250 horse power. We take max 12, min 2 people per trip to watch whales and dolphins. This trip is for all kinds of people, ones who enjoy speed and adrenaline but who also enjoy nature and wildlife. During the first hour we ride into the ocean to find some dolphins and whales and after that you have the opportunity to enjoy views of the West coast of Funchal. You will be able to see Cabo Girão – the highest sea cliff in Europe. During the summer we take a 20min stop for a swim next to Fajãs do Cabo Girão. On all of our trips we have a professional biologist/guide. Also, our company provides a photo report of your trip, bottled water and during the summer, swimming with dolphins.

Madeira Island Tours and Levada walks Live and experience the unparalleled wonders of Madeira Island with the company of Madeira Happy Tours. Who is Madeira Happy Tours? We are a company born from the passion and love for Madeira Island and blending the experience of more than 25 years of work in tourism to become Madeira’s leading walks and tours operator. Our consistency and dedication to our guests made us earn a high reputation on our vast offer of services to our guests, friends, and visitors. Which makes us very proud of our team. Madeira Happy Tours is an official government bonded and licensed travel tour agent booking tours and Levada walks in Madeira island. It means that you are fully protected while traveling with our company. We have a safety record of 100% on our tours and walks that makes us very proud of our commitment to safety and the well-being of our passengers. Our drivers and guides are all qualified and approved professionals by the government rules.

Madeira Wind Birds is a small size company with more than 10 years leading people through Madeira's wildlife and nature. Specialised in birdwatching tours the couple who runs the company are both passionate naturalists who collaborate with the Madeira Natural History Museum. Both Catarina and Hugo are knowledgeable and experienced local tour leaders with plenty of knowledge on birds, butterflies, endemic plants and sea mammals. From dolphin & whale watching trip to half-day birdwatching you can enjoy Madeira wildlife and also amazing sceneries of Madeira! Land tours with pick ups available in Santa Cruz, Canico or Funchal and sea trips depart from Machico. On Wind Birds website the descriptions of each tour follow the rule "what you see is what you get" so that we can fulfil our customers expectations.

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Magic Dolphin Sea Safaris takes up to 18 people+ 2 crew members aboard. The 500HP engines provide a fun and smooth ride. Larger distances can be covered rapidly. With its shallow draft letting you explore almost anywhere and taking you closer to caves and beautiful crystalline waters. Our experienced crew will make sure, you will have a magical time, having ultimate fun and the same time learning