Whale Watching on the Historic Ribeira Brava in Calheta Madeira Portugal

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Price from: 49 EUR
With the Atlantic Ocean at our feet and a light salty breeze in your face we go out with our cozy traditional vessel to wherever our spotter guides us.

“Ribeira Brava” is a tradicional wooden fisher boat lovingly restored till the details. This old school ‘masterpiece’ is now the only boat in Madeira equiped with an original sail, since most of these traditional boats have been destroyed and no longer exist.
Duration
2,5 hours
About
Our tradicional fishing boat has place for 16 people & 2 crew members.
Tour Specifications
94,2 % Success of the trips
2,5 hour tour
Can stand & walk
Toilet under deck
Comfortable tour
Traditional boat
English & German speaking guide

⚠️ **Summer**: 13:00h tours unsuitable for families with young kids, heat-sensitive guests, guests with health issues.

Booking Notes

📍 **Address:** [Porto de Recreio da Calheta, Loja 1D, Av. D. Manuel I, 9370-133 Calheta, Madeira](https://maps.app.goo.gl/82zqeQQ5HZkC9FVj7)

🅿️ **Parking:** Use the 24h garage at the end of the marina – it’s the fastest option. Spots are limited, especially in summer. Please allow extra time to park.

✅ **What to bring:**

- Windbreaker or warm jacket
- Water
- Comfortable clothing
- Sunglasses & sunhat
- Camera or GoPro (optional)

Cancellation Policy

✖️ **Cancellation by you:** Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the tour – full refund. Late cancellation (within 48 hours) – no refund. Good news: If we can resell your spot after a late cancellation, we’ll refund the full amount.

🌦️ **Cancellation by us:** If we cancel due to unsafe conditions or not enough guests, you can rebook or get a full refund. Bank transfer fees (if applicable) are deducted.