Desertas Islands Tour – Bonita de Madeira

Bonita da Madeira’s boat cruises in Madeira are excellent. It sails different routes around Madeira as well as the Desertas Islands every Wednesday and Saturday.

The Desertas Islands are part of a natural reserve set up to protect the Monk seal and is also a safe haven for many different kinds of seabirds. Desertas has beautiful colored rocks, tall sea cliffs, and a sea cave that make up its landscape. As part of the trip they stop in Doca, a small cove with clear blue water where you can swim, for about 45 minutes. After a delicious hot meal, you’ll be able to take a guided tour on island.

Bonita is a 23-meter-long  ship that has nine cabins, in addition to a lounge, kitchen, and minibar. There is plenty of room on the deck for sunbathing, as well as a common area where meals are served. This vessel can accommodate up to fifty people at its highest capacity. Expect to encounter dolphins, whales, and turtles on your trip.