5.0 · 689 reviews
7noahw
March 2024
Dear team, A few days have now passed since our adventure in Madeira. One thing is clear: this whale-watching tour was an absolute highlight. We are full of gratitude and still overwhelmed by what we were able to see on the water, what a great service we were offered and what a unique adventure we were able to experience and the memories that will last a lifetime. We would recommend this tour to anyone and we would do it again anytime! Starting with a super warm welcome from the team, the fantastic organization and consultation between colleagues and the super friendly and open manner towards us right up to the last second. We were particularly pleased with the great photos that were taken for us and which were sent to us in excellent quality within a very short time. We would not want to do without the photos of the sunset, the dolphins, whales and individual photos, because they are a very special memory for life. It is an adventure that is really worthwhile! We enjoyed unforgettable hours with the team and also as a couple. It was magical! Thank you very much
Andrew W
March 2024
Great experience, highly recommend! Crew was very personable and friendly. They tried their hardest to get us to see the marine life and we got to see a pod of dolphins and some Blainsville whales. Overall we had an amazing time!
Jorttinie
March 2024
Very nice boat trip we had. Super friendly people, both the captain and the people at the office and the photo dig. They are also respectful of the dolphins, not to put them on their heels. Super job, keep up the good work.
Hedonistal
March 2024
This was a magical experience. We were worried that we wouldn't see any dolphins as it was quite a while before they showed up - then we saw loads! They were all around and we got some great views. We didn't see any whales, but we did see a flying fish. The boat is small and they only take a few people at a time, so you get a personalised experience. The photographer takes plenty of pictures which they send to you afterwards, so you can enjoy the moment. We were lucky enough to get a lovely sunset too.
A5192HVmattd
March 2024
We had an amazing experience with the On Tales tour. The staff were very friendly and helpful. We had a very successful trip seeing both whales and dolphins, partly thanks to their spotter on the cliff tops. The boat crew gave us lots of information about the wildlife and the island and kept us up to date with what was happening. They took many photos on the trip of us and the wildlife and sent them to us afterwards very quickly. We also got a detailed report via email about the trip and what we'd seen. We'd certainly recommend, thank you to Emmanuel and the crew!
James007Hill
February 2024
This was a great experience from a first class business. I heard about the experience from the friendly staff outside their store on the Marina. There was no “hard sell”, no pressure, just a friendly explanation of what was on offer. The boat trip itself was fantastic, we saw dolphins and of course the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Madeira from a different perspective! The photos sent through afterwards was a nice touch, as was the personalised nature of the emails and photos. There were lots of nice touches from start to finish that makes this business stand out as truly exceptional. All the staff are brilliant and I thank them for helping make my trip to Madeira so special.
Trek58406313031
February 2024
Fantastic trip, would highly recommend. Mayung and the team looked after us really well and we’re so knowledgable, and also very funny! We weren’t lucky enough to see any whales but the were lots of dolphins, plus lots of info on parts of the coast you might not otherwise see.
The_Grove1
February 2024
We had a great tour on Miranda yesterday lunchtime. The organisation was excellent and everyone was very helpful and welcoming - both in the office and on board. Miranda was really comfortable too. We have been on other tours elsewhere and seen nothing, so we were really delighted to spend 10 minutes with a pod of pilot whales and then later on to see a pod of dolphins taking a look at the fish farm. The crew on board were very knowledgeable and able to tell us lots about these animals. Thank you so much for the experience - it was great.
Jonathan W
February 2024
On Tales was super nice and professional. The spotter from the cliffs found us a family of dolphins and it was an unforgettable experience.
hannahcN7820SB
February 2024
We had such a lovely time on our ride! Everyone was so incredibly welcoming from the office to the boat. They shared cool info about the wildlife, served us delicious drinks, and even took pictures for us without us having to ask! We felt totally pampered and it was such a relaxing time. Thank you for everything!
andrzeja341
February 2024
We can wholeheartedly recommend the whale and dolphin watching cruise with On Tales. Organization was perfect, the crew members were supportive and kind. The boat was cool and comfortable. We were lucky enough to see the dolphins but even if we hadn’t we would be still delighted. We’re already looking forward to our next cruise on Miranda. Best wishes to all On Tales team! ❤️
Farozon
February 2024
We enjoyed an excellent 3-hour afternoon tour and had great views early on of a bottle-nose dolphin pod as well as two monk seals. The crew was knowledgeable, professional and attentive. The boat was comfortable and clean. Amazing views of the coast and a snorkel stop. Drinks provided, and photos were email to us straight afterwards, all included in the price. Thank you On Tales Team !
marinapI8342DK
February 2024
We enjoyed a wonderful sunset cruise with On Tales yesterday. Joao Pedro our skilled and knowledgeable skipper was excellent at getting us up close to a gorgeous pod of dolphins and Martin looked after us really well and took some amazing pictures. Rosa in the office was there to greet us and to welcome us back to shore. A warm and professional operation all around. And we were lucky enough to have the boat to ourselves, making it very good value. The only slight disappointment was not seeing wildlife other than the dolphins but we understand that this is not highly season for whale spotting. We’ll have to come back in November. Highly recommended!
756maciejm
February 2024
Super trip. Excellent crew. Very good communication after the booking and during the trip. We saw short-finned pilot whales and Bottlenose dolphins from very close distance. I recommend for families who want to spend nice time and see those mammals in their natural environment!
jvgbasketball
February 2024
We left from the small town of Calheta and went on a 2.5-hour trip south along the coast. The trip was done on a smaller boat and the tour only had 5 people plus 2 crew members which was a very nice surprise. On shore, they have 2 spotters that watch the waters to help guide the boat to areas where they see dolphins and whales. About 20 minutes into the trip, we ended up in the middle of a pod of bottle nose dolphins. We followed the group for nearly 20 minutes as they surfaced all around the boat. We have many great pictures from this part of the trip. We separated from the dolphins and continued down the coast. We didn't see any whales but got a great tour of the coastline, saw many cute towns from a different perspective and enjoyed a sunset cruise. We landed back into port right around sunset which was great timing. Overall, this is a great experience for couples and solo travelers alike. The small group size is great and the crew was very knowledgeable.
84andw
February 2024
Lovely Crew everybody we meet at On Tales! The tour was wonderful. We saw Dolphins, turtels and a seal. We will come back.
joannap858
February 2024
Really enjoyed our trip, and saw lots of bottle nose dolphins, a turtle and monk seal. Very friendly informative people, great boat, and we were lucky with the weather. I would absolutely recommend this company, brilliant customer service and experience. Fantastic service with sending professional photos too, so you can enjoy watching the wildlife.
Pamelasophie
January 2024
We had a wonderful two and a half hours on board Miranda with Joao-Pedro and Pedro, we felt very safe at all times and very comfortable with them, two extremely pleasant young men. We saw 4 speckled dolphins and about 20 bottle nosed dolphins, watching them was amazing. Joao-Pedro kindly took us to the fish farm in the hopes of seeing a turtle, our companions from Finland saw her but unfortunately my friend and I didn’t. We weren’t lucky enough to see whales on this occasion but having seen them on our last trip, we didn’t mind, it was still a fabulous morning. We were pleased that we chose On tales, it was so relaxing. Thank you Pedro for taking some lovely photos, it was nice not to have to worry about trying to photograph these magnificent mammals ourselves ! There were drinks offered and toilet facilities, also towels if you wished to snorkel. Thank you Joao-Pedro for your skills at the helm and making us feel safe and also thank you to the ladies back at the office, we were really well looked after, escorted to the boat and met on our return. Everyone was so friendly. Hopefully see you all again sometime. Sheila and Pam
885geoffe
January 2024
Very organised and friendly and they worked hard to make sure we saw dolphins or whales. I would happily use them again and recommend them to anyone interested in seeing dolphins, whales and doing a bit of snorkeling.
jonesyshmonsey
January 2024
This was a really great tour. The best value cruise i could find in Madeira. We saw dolphins, sealions, birds, and spectacular views. We went snorkelling also. Our tour guides were really informative and friendly. Would highly recommend to all. PS they were very ecologically conscious also.

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