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By VMT Madeira Catamaran
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$144 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 9h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Visit the Natural Reserve of the Desertas Islands by sea
    • Marvel at the breathtaking volcanic formations
    • See the conservation efforts to protect the monk seal
    • Stop for a swim in crystal-clear waters

Activity location

    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • J3WR+GQ Funchal, Portugal | Check-in is 30 minutes before departure at VMT Madeira - Catamaran Trips kiosk, Funchal Marina (Pier 8, below Praça do Povo).
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

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Desertas Islands Full-Day Catamaran Trip from Funchal by VMT

  • Activity duration is 9 hours9h
    9h
  • English
Starting time: 9:00 AM
Price details
AU$144.32 x 1 AdultAU$144.32
Total
Price is AU$144.32
Until Fri, 16 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Catamaran cruise
  • Inclusions
    Lunch (please inform us in advance of any dietary requirements, food allergies, or intolerances)
  • Exclusions
    Hotel pick-up and drop off

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Intoxication, Luggage or large bags
    • Not suitable for: People with mobility impairments, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • On this full-day catamaran trip to the Desertas Islands, you’ll sail along the south coast of Madeira Island. On arrival, you’ll disembark in clear waters onto a beach of volcanic origin, where you’ll have a chance to enjoy a swim.
    Covering an area of 12,586 hectares the Natural Reserve of the Desertas Islands comprises all islands and islets (Ilhéu Chão, Deserta Grande, Bugio, and adjacent islets) and all of the surrounding marine area.
    It has been designated a nature reserve for over 25 years and is now internationally known for its monk seal conservation efforts.
    Today this protected area can be visited by sea. Deserta Grande is the only island where visitors can disembark, and you’ll enjoy a guided walk to the conservation centre to learn about the monk seal protection efforts and also about endemic flora and fauna.

Location

Activity location

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    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • J3WR+GQ Funchal, Portugal | Check-in is 30 minutes before departure at VMT Madeira - Catamaran Trips kiosk, Funchal Marina (Pier 8, below Praça do Povo).
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal