October 11, 2026

03.10.2026 – Passing by

With four different species of toothed whales today, we saw a range of different behaviors and group size ! We had the chance to witness small […]
October 4, 2026

26.09.2026 – Life in the dark

Two species known for their incredible ability to dive deep were seen today : Blainville’s beaked whales (Mesoplodon densirostris) and sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus). Beaked whales […]
October 1, 2026

23.09.2026 – My, what big eyes you have!

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

17.09.2026 – Fresh or salty water ?

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

12.09.2026 – Special home for ocean life

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

10.09.2026 – Dolphins-feeding frenzy

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

05.09.2026 – Tusks like the elephant ?

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

29.08.2026 – Where do you go little dolphin?

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

26.08.2026 – Sharks are around the corner

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 […]