May 20, 2026

14.05.2026 – A wild ride

A very wild ride! However, we did have incredible sightings of bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) and a tropical whale, also known as a Bryde’s whale (Balaenoptera […]
May 19, 2026

13.05.2026 – Breach and Splash

Today this morning, we were able to observe three different dolphin species — a wonderfully varied start to the day on the Atlantic Ocean. Particularly present […]
May 18, 2026

12.05.2026 – Social & sentient

There is no better way to describe dolphins; the animals practically embody the word “social”. Decades of research have shown that dolphins function brilliantly as a […]
May 17, 2026

11.05.2026 – One successful and dry trip

After a short wait for the weather to clear we headed out for our only tour today. Our guest encountered Atlantic spotted dolphins (Stenella frontalis) who […]
May 13, 2026

07.05.2026 – First Sightings with Steno

Today was our first day with the newest member of our fleet: Steno. Like Stenella, it is a RIB. However, Steno has two engines instead of […]
May 12, 2026

06.05.2026 – Vulnerable species

While our whale-watching guests are able to experience the “beautiful” and deeply moving side of these encounters, things are happening elsewhere at the very same time […]
May 11, 2026

04.05.2026 – Contrasts

The colours and spirits of today’s sighted dolphin species contrasted beautifully with the grey, rainy skies. Our day began with sightings of Short-beaked common dolphins (Delphinus […]
May 9, 2026

02.05.2026 – Dolphin Bonanza

Today was a Dolphin Bonanza, with four different species encountered during the day – one group was even lucky enough to see them all! Risso’s dolphins […]
May 8, 2026

01.05.2026 – Some fun facts about whales

There was plenty to see off the coast of Madeira today. To mark the occasion, I’d like to share a few fun facts about toothed and […]