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Desertas Islands Full-Day Catamaran Trip from Funchal

4.3  / 5
118 reviews
Activity provider:VMT Madeira Catamaran
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Desertas Islands Full-Day Catamaran Trip from Funchal

Activity provider:VMT Madeira Catamaran
4.3  / 5
118 reviews

From $96.96 per person

Enjoy a full-day catamaran cruise that takes you on a visit to Madeira's natural reserve. Stop at the Desertas Islands for a short guided tour, learn about the monk seal conservation efforts, and take a swim in the crystal-clear waters.

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Duration 9 hours
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Live tour guide
English, Portuguese
Welcoming travelers since 2015

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit the Natural Reserve of the Desertas Islands by sea
  • Marvel at the breathtaking volcanic formations
  • See the conservation efforts to protect the monk seal
  • Stop for a swim in crystal-clear waters
Full description
On this full-day catamaran trip to the Desertas Islands, you’ll sail along the south coast of Madeira Island. On arrival, you’ll disembark in clear waters onto a beach of volcanic origin, where you’ll have a chance to enjoy a swim. Covering an area of 12,586 hectares the Natural Reserve of the Desertas Islands comprises all islands and islets (Ilhéu Chão, Deserta Grande, Bugio, and adjacent islets) and all of the surrounding marine area. It has been designated a nature reserve for over 25 years and is now internationally known for its monk seal conservation efforts. Today this protected area can be visited by sea. Deserta Grande is the only island where visitors can disembark, and you’ll enjoy a guided walk to the conservation center to learn about the monk seal protection efforts and also about endemic flora and fauna.
Includes
  • Catamaran cruise
  • Lunch with drinks
  • Hotel pick-up and drop off
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at he VMT Madeira Kiosk at the Funchal Marina

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Windbreaker
  • Change of clothes
  • Towel
  • Sunscreen

Not allowed

  • Luggage or large bags
  • Intoxication
  • Alcohol and drugs

Know before you go

  • Be sure to bring a windbreaker and sunscreen. During the summer you might also want to bring a towel and swimwear
  • The catamaran is equipped with a toilet and a bar with snacks and beverages
  • Due to the nature of this tour and for the safety of all guests, the tour operator reserves the right to refuse service to passengers who are intoxicated or show signs of intoxication. If, as a result, your tour is canceled, you will not be entitled to a refund
  • There is a possibility of cancelation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet requirements or in bad weather conditions. If this occurs, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

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Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.3 /5

based on 118 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.7/5
  • Organization
    4.8/5

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GetYourGuide traveler – AustraliaAugust 17, 2023 – Verified booking
The most memorable highlight were the numerous pods of dolphins that surrounded the catamaran on our way to the island. We stopped for 20 minutes while they frolicked around us - it was amazing 🥰 The food & drinks were yummy & the staff were helpful & knowledgeable.
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GetYourGuide traveler – FranceAugust 13, 2023 – Verified booking
Nice day with observation of many dolphins and sea birds. The visit of the island is not really of interest but the bathing is on the spot is pleasant. The meal is good and well organized, limiting to 10 or 15 people less would make the experience more pleasant. The team is friendly and very well organized.
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Katrine – DenmarkJuly 31, 2023 – Verified booking
Good trip to the Derserta Islands - however, there were a bit of high seas on the day so the trip was a bit rough - as long as you remember the right clothing (a bit of everything and preferably wind and water tight) it's a wonderful sailing trip and nice rock formations for someone who enjoys geology. Can be recommended to other sailors.
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