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23/10/2026
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Absolute 10/10. Only up to 17 passengers on the vessel means plenty of space for everyone. Other operators would easily squeeze 30 on the boat. Whale spotting was done very respectfully. Skip the bigger ships, the extra costs are absolutely worth it.
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Roy Russell
22/10/2026
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VIP Treatment, Fabulous Dolphins and a Taste of the Billionaire Lifestyle! đŸŹđŸ„‚â­â­â­â­â­ If you're visiting Madeira as a couple and fancy treating yourselves to something really special, VIPDolphins Luxury Whale Watching is worth every euro! Yes, it's a little more expensive than some other dolphin-watching trips, but you really do get what you pay for. The catamaran is modern, fast, spacious and wonderfully comfortable. With a maximum of just 17 passengers, there's no crowding, no fighting for seats, and no elbows appearing in your photographs. Just a wonderfully relaxed and personal experience. The crew were absolutely fantastic — friendly, knowledgeable, attentive and genuinely determined to make our trip memorable. We were welcomed aboard with sparkling wine, followed by an open bar offering cocktails, beer, wine and other refreshments, plus plenty of snacks. At one point, we wondered whether we'd accidentally boarded a billionaire's private yacht! But the real stars of the show were undoubtedly the bottlenose dolphins! 🐬 Watching these magnificent creatures swimming alongside and in front of our catamaran was simply magical. We particularly appreciated the crew's respectful approach, carefully minimising any disturbance and allowing the dolphins to approach naturally. And what a show they gave us! We captured some wonderful photographs and videos. Frankly, the dolphins were such enthusiastic performers that we half expected them to ask for a share of the ticket price! On the return journey, we also stopped for a refreshing swim in beautiful, crystal-clear waters — the perfect ending to a perfect trip. Was it worth paying a little extra? Absolutely, and we'd do it again in a heartbeat! For couples wanting a luxurious, relaxed and truly memorable Madeira experience, we cannot recommend VIPDolphins highly enough. Five stars for the boat, five stars for the crew and five stars for the dolphins! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A huge thank you to everyone involved for making us feel like genuine VIPs. An unforgettable experience that we'll treasure for years! đŸŹđŸ„‚â€ïž
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Manuela Basler
21/10/2026
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Ja,die Tour kostet Geld. Aber es ist es absolut wert! Wir wĂ€ren zu 16t auf dem riesigen Katamaran, wir wĂŒrde stĂ€ndig bedient mit Essen und GetrĂ€nken, die Leute waren nett und wir haben sogar Delfine gesehen. Der Schwimm-Spot war auch ganz nett. Kriegt eine absolute Empfehlung von mir!
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Waldon
21/10/2026
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je m attendais a un certain standing et je n ai pas été déçus . Merci à votre équipe pour cette belle journée en votre compagnie .
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21/10/2026
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What a great trip we had !!! Lovely people and a great boat absolutely spotless. Drinks and food delicious đŸ€€ We saw a family of pilot whales 🐳 Many thanks
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20/10/2026
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Expérience incroyable à ne pas louper ! C'est un peu plus cher que d'autres prestataires mais la différence est énorme ! 17 personnes max sur la bateau trÚs confortable (des toilettes, des chambres pour se changer aprÚs la baignade), un personnel hyper attentionné et souriant, des photos prises pendant la sortir et envoyées par email, à boire et à manger à volonté. Voir les dauphins a été une super expérience.
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Marisa Sousa
19/10/2026
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Gostei e recomendo a experimentar,,,staff 5 stars
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19/10/2026
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We didn’t see dolphins or whales but it didn’t matter as we had a wonderful sail. The crew was outstanding!
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Jonas Schulte
18/10/2026
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Wirklich richtig gut. Es gibt nichts zu bemÀngeln.
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Henzla
18/10/2026
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Fue una excelente experiencia. Tranquila y emocionante. El crew fue SUPER ATENTO siempre y los avistamientos de cetaceos en libertad y bajo protocolos que preservan su vida salvaje valen 100% la pena. El Yate es muy cĂłmodo y la temperatura del agua nos regalo gratos momentos de compartir.
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Ruth
18/10/2026
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One of the best boat trips I’ve been on
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Collin
18/10/2026
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Absolutely fantastic service, great bar/snacks and accommodations. 11/10 would recommend.