October 1, 2026
A large pod of spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) was found, but they were less curious and playful than other time, so we left them alone. During […]
September 25, 2026
Whales and dolphins live their whole life in the ocean and feed on different preys. But what about hydration? How do they get access to freshwater? […]
September 20, 2026
No whales on the horizon for now but different species of dolphins passing around Madeira ! Pods of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) have been seen with […]
September 18, 2026
Our morning started with a really interesting observation of rough-toothed dolphins (Steno bredanensis) from both boats. They were hunting dolphinfish which is their preferred prey, swimming […]
September 13, 2026
Very lucky sightings today! The Risso’s dolphins (Grampus griseus) were a little bit less shy than usual. We got to see their robust, white bodies, full […]
September 5, 2026
Today’s trips were highlighted by pods of Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) and Short-finned pilot whales (Globicephala macrorhynchus). We were delighted to see some small pilot […]
September 2, 2026
Lately, the weather changed a little bit and unfortunately the last trips of this day were canceled. Our super spotter managed to find two species of […]
August 29, 2026
Today the ocean was beautiful but choppy and it made the spotter’s job more difficult, with the wind picking up in the morning and creating more […]
August 26, 2026
Early afternoon, guests had a nice surprise of encountering a rare species : the Mediterranean Monk Seal (Monachus monachus). In Portuguese, it is known as “Lobo-marinho” […]