August 1, 2026

26.07.2026 – Memorable

Today was another unforgettable day on the Atlantic, with calm seas, excellent conditions, and fantastic wildlife encounters on both of our trips. Our morning adventure was […]
July 27, 2026

21.07.2026 – Teamwork

Today’s trips were a great example of how important teamwork is between our boats and our spotter. Finding cetaceans is often a true team effort, and […]
July 24, 2026

18.07.2026 – Ghosts of Madeira

The conditions at sea today were great. Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus) were traveling near Calheta in large numbers. A newborn was spotted in the group next […]
July 23, 2026

17.07.2026 – Whales are similar, yet different

Today we were fortunate to observe several fascinating marine mammal species: Bryde’s whales (Balaenoptera edeni), Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus), Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncatus), Atlantic spotted dolphins […]
July 22, 2026

16.07.2026 – Clique

Dolphins are extremely social but can also be extremely selective with their fellow pod members. The fission fusion societies found in dolphin species like Bottlenose dolphins […]
July 21, 2026

15.07.2026 – Mysterious cetaceans

The diversity of cetaceans we had today was amazing! Among them, wo deep-diving species were encountered: Sperm whales (Physeter macrocephalus) and Blainville’s beaked whales (Mesoplodon densirostris). […]
July 14, 2026

08.07.2026 – Chatting in the Waves

After a lovely ride on a flat ocean, we found a rather large group of Atlantic spotted  dolphins (Stenella frontalis). Juveniles approached our boat and played […]
July 13, 2026

07.07.2026 – Bottlenose dolphins

Bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops Truncatus) live in complex societies where strong relationships are essential. Rather than forming strict, permanent hierarchies, they create dynamic social groups that change […]
June 30, 2026

24.06.2026 – A windy day at sea

Today, only the Steno had the opportunity to head out in the morning. Unfortunately, weather conditions prevented the Ribeira Brava from departing, and later in the day the […]