Caniçal: Madeira Whale Museum Entry Ticket and Private Tour NorthWest Madeira Pick Up
ID: GYG436093-O-785874
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
See interactive exhibits on Madeira's whaling history and sea life at the Whale Museum in Caniçal on this tour with entry tickets included. Enjoy hotel or port transfers and a private guide.
The Madeira Whale Museum’s permanent exhibitions occupy over 1,000m2 divided into two rooms. The permanent exhibitions are open to the public since September 2011 and the visitor is invited to explore the waters around Madeira to discover its riches and learn more about the whales, dolphins, and other marine life that inhabit these waters.
The visitor is also transported in time to the early 1940s, to learn more about the history of whaling in Madeira.
The exhibition begins in the Whaling Room, with the rediscovery of ancient times through a series of objects, printed images, movies, and multimedia kiosks. This room is divided into several thematic areas, ranging from the operation of the lookout network to the factory for processing the animals, as well as the hunting techniques, the reconstruction of the whaling fleet and crews, and the contextualization of whaling in Madeira on the world.
Highlights
- Learn about the history of whaling in Madeira
- Rediscover ancient times through a series of objects, printed images, movies
- Explore the waters around Madeira to discover its riches and learn more about it
- See life-size models of whales and dolphins along with 3D stereoscopic movies
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
This tour runs rain or shine except in the case of extreme weather
This is a partnership with the Whale Museum. The activity provider only provides the transportation and guide services and is not responsible for the museum policies and other unpredictable changes
Pick up from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente and Ponta Delgada area
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
