Tours, sightseeing tours, activities & things to do | Viator.comDesertas Island Cruise
Duration: 8 - 8.5 hours (approx.)
Location: Funchal, Madeira Island, Portugal
Product code: 2894DESERTAS
As an European Biogenetic Reserve, Desertas Islands are a beautiful place for you to experience nature at its best. This sailing trip to Desertas can be long but if you really enjoy sailing and observing sea species, this is one of the best things you can do in Madeira. Be adventurous, go to Desertas!
Desertas Islands are a group of 3 small islands on the southeast of Madeira. This small archipelago is the habitat of the endemic and rare Monk seal, several seabirds and some indigenous flora species. For these reasons it is a protected area and is a European Biogenetic Reserve.
A sea trip to these untouched islands is for those who love to sail and are curious about desert islands with its endemic species. On the way you will get the chance to admire mountainous landscape of Madeira as well as try to spot some dolphins, whales, turtles or seabirds. Arriving at the largest island, the yacht will anchor and you can go ashore on a small floatable boat. Once on land, follow a path around the Natural Park to the warden's house along which you may observe some flora and avifauna of the island.
After the visit to the island and a relaxing swim in Desertas crystal waters, lunch is served onboard. Usually lunch is a Madeira traditional fish dish, black scabbard fish, with salad and potatoes. Following lunch it is time to pick the anchor up and depart towards Funchal enjoying a nap, sunbathe or spotting sea mammals and seabirds along the way.
Monday and Thursday
Unavailable Dates:
- January 1 (New Years Day)
- December 24 (Christmas Eve)
- December 25 (Christmas Day)
- December 31 (New Years Eve)
Tour departs from Funchal Marina
Departure Time:9:30am
Duration: 8 - 8.5 hours (approx.) Return details:Tour returns to original point of departure at approximately 6:00pm
Hotel Pickup:Hotel pickup not available
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- Lunch
- Cruise
- Insurance
- English speaking guide
- Optional gratuities
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- This tour must be booked at least 48 hours in advance of your travel date.
- Confirmation for this product will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated.
- The cruise to Desertas Islands is 3 hours each way.
- This is a full day at sea and not recommended for people who get seasick easily. The tour depends on weather conditions so it is suggested you book this trip for the first days of your holidays in Madeira so if postponed you have time to reschedule.
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