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Silhouette of Desertas Islands
Tour group on the rocky shore of Desertas Islands
Coastal cave on the Desertas Islands
Group of dorsal fins surfacing on the water off the coast of the Desertas Islands
Tour boat off the coast of the Desertas Islands

Desertas Islands Cruise with Lunch

By MTS Globe
5 out of 10
Free cancellation available
Price is CA $144 per adult
Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
Overview
  • Exploring the scenic nature reserve of the Desertas Islands
  • Marvellous coloured rocks, caves & dramatic sea cliffs
  • Chance to spot one of the rarest species of monk seal
  • Swimming & relaxing in a small bay of crystalline water
  • Opportunity to watch a variety of breeding bird species

Activity location

    • Desertas Islands, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Hotel Pickup
    • Funchal, Portugal

Check availability


Cruise to the Desert Islands
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English
  • Food only
Language options: English
Starting time: 9:30 a.m.
Price details
CA $144.16 x 1 AdultCA $144.16

Total
Price is CA $144.16
Until Tue, Nov 26

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided cruise to the Desertas Islands
  • What's includedWhat's includedLunch
  • What's includedWhat's includedReturn transport to and from your Funchal hotel
  • What's includedWhat's includedLive tour commentary provided in English

Know before you book

  • Children 4 and younger are complimentary.
  • If you have limited mobility, you should not take part.
  • Hotel pickup is available from most Funchal hotels. Please arrange pickup from your hotel or a nearby location when you call to confirm your reservation.

What you can expect

Spend an unforgettable day at sea aboard a classic wooden sailing boat and live the adventure of sailing on the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. This cruise to the Desertas Islands, an uninhabited nature reserve, lets you see the rare monk seal, admire the birds, explore its land, and swim in a pretty bay.

After a convenient hotel pickup, your captain welcomes you aboard the vessel, where you can take a seat and get comfortable in the shade or relax on deck under the glorious Portuguese sun. Admire the picturesque coastline, bustling fishing villages, and dramatic sea cliffs.

As you approach the islands, your guide tells you all about these long, narrow strips of rock and how they became a nature reserve in 1992, in order to protect its rare species of monk seal and provide a sanctuary for breeding sea birds. Your captain reduces speed so you can take in the contour of the islands and the marvellous scenery of beautiful coloured rocks, dramatic sea cliffs, and caves.

The boat anchors at Doca, where you can enjoy a refreshing dip in a picturesque bay of crystalline water. Once you've built up an appetite, indulge on a delicious hot meal onboard before you step ashore for a guided tour to explore the biggest island before your return trip to Funchal.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travellers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Temperature checks available
  • Masks required
  • Hand sanitizer provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Desertas Islands, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLEHotel Pickup
    • Funchal, Portugal