What should I bring on the tour?

We recommend bringing sunscreen, sunglasses, a hat, comfortable clothing, and a light jacket. Do not forget your camera to capture the beautiful moments!

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes! Our tours are family-friendly and we recommend the Half Day Tour (4h) for families with young children. Minors under 18 must be accompanied by a responsible adult. The customer accompanying a child under 12 years old is obligated to supervise them throughout the trip at all times. SeaYa! is not liable for any incident resulting from the lack of supervision of a minor by the responsible adult.

What happens if the weather is bad?

Safety is our priority. If weather conditions are unsafe, we will reschedule your tour or provide a full refund. We monitor forecasts closely and will contact you in advance.

Can I swim during the tour?

Absolutely! On our Half Day and Desertas tours, we include swimming stops at beautiful coves. Snorkeling equipment and a paddleboard are available on board.

Do you provide food and drinks?

We include seasonal fruit and a bottle of white wine on our tours. You are welcome to bring additional food and drinks. For the Sunset Tour, bringing your own refreshments is especially welcome!

What if I get seasick?

Our Dufour 325 is very stable, but if you are prone to seasickness, we recommend taking medication before departure. We also have remedies available on board.

How much is a private boat tour in Madeira?

SeaYa! Madeira prices are per tour for the whole private boat (not per person): Half Day Tour (4 hours) is €500, Sunset Tour (3 hours) is €450, and the full-day Ilhas Desertas expedition (8 hours) is €900. Each tour is private for up to 6 guests.

Where do SeaYa Madeira boat tours depart from?

All tours depart from Marina da Quinta do Lorde in Caniçal, on the eastern tip of Madeira — away from the busy catamaran departures in Funchal. This gives direct access to the dramatic cliffs of Ponta de São Lourenço and the Desertas Islands.

Are SeaYa tours private or shared with other groups?

Every SeaYa! Madeira tour is fully private. You sail with your own group only — never with strangers — for a maximum of 6 guests aboard a Dufour 325 Grand Large sailing yacht.

What is the best time of year to go sailing in Madeira?

The main sailing season runs from April to October. May, June, September and October are the calmest and most comfortable, with warm water and gentle seas. Tours run year-round subject to weather, and Madeira's south and east coasts are sheltered from strong winds.

Can you see dolphins or whales on a Madeira sailing tour?

Dolphins are seen year-round along Madeira's coast, and pilot whales and sperm whales are more common between May and October. On the Ilhas Desertas tour you may also spot monk seals and seabirds in the protected nature reserve. Sightings are never guaranteed but are frequent in calm conditions.

Ilhas Desertas

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8h durée

Jusqu'à 6 invités

RNAAT 1040/2025

Annulation flexible · voir conditions

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"The Atlantic's last sanctuary, an hour by sail from where you stand."

— Márcio, your skipper

About this tour

Larguez les amarres depuis la Marina da Quinta do Lorde pour une expédition d'une journée vers les Ilhas Desertas, l'une des réserves naturelles les plus reculées et les plus protégées de l'Atlantique. À bord du Dufour 325 Grand Large, avec un skipper privé, nous traversons les eaux atlantiques ouvertes vers un sanctuaire marin fait de falaises volcaniques abruptes, d'eaux cristallines et de paysages intacts. Refuge du rare phoque moine de Méditerranée, l'itinéraire offre aussi des oiseaux marins, des dauphins et, avec un peu de chance, le passage d'une baleine. Veuillez noter : les Desertas sont une réserve naturelle strictement protégée et le débarquement sur les îles n'est pas autorisé. Nous naviguons jusqu'à Deserta Grande et jetons l'ancre dans la baie pendant environ une heure. Si les conditions de mer et de météo le permettent, c'est votre moment pour nager dans certaines des eaux les plus claires que vous verrez jamais, avant de revenir vers Madère. À bord : eau, boissons sans alcool, collations légères, matériel de tuba et un paddle. Jusqu'à six invités, aucun inconnu – votre groupe réserve le bateau entier.

Highlights

Voilier privé pour 6 invités maximum – votre groupe, aucun inconnu

Réserve naturelle protégée – mouillage dans la baie de Deserta Grande

Phoques moines, oiseaux marins et possibles observations de dauphins

Baignade en option dans des eaux cristallines, si les conditions le permettent

What's included

Journée complète de navigation privée avec skipper professionnel
Eau, boissons sans alcool et collations légères à bord
Équipement de plongée avec tuba et paddle
Équipement de sécurité et toutes taxes

Availability

Available daily

Departures: Full day · 09:30 to 17:30

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Meeting point

Address

Marina da Quinta do Lorde

Caniçal, Madeira

Arrival

15 min before

of departure time

Parking

Free

at the marina

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Private charter

€900.00

For your group · up to 6 guests

No strangers on board

8 hours

Maximum 6 passagers

Dufour 325 Grand Large