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Open-Water Swimming in Madeira

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Discover breathing, swimming, and anxiety management techniques.

Learn how to check the weather and understand currents for optimal swims.
Improve your technique with the help of a professional guide

Enjoy the perfect combination of relaxation and adventure on this open-water swimming lesson in Madeira Island.

Meet your tour guide at Lido Galomar Bathing Complex for a quick safety briefing and introduction. Next, enjoy a brief warm-up then jump into the sea for an acclimatization swim nearby before beginning your adventure along the coast.

Take in panoramic views of the Garajau Nature Reserve as you swim in the company of your guide. The guide will provide you with feedback throughout the tour and will take photos and videos that you can use to improve your technique. At the end of the tour, warm up with a hot mug of tea.

What's Included

  • Swim cap (our offer)
  • If you need, we can provide a swim buoy
  • Personal Accidents Insurance
  • Wetsuit rental (€30/person)
  • Tips for your guides
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R. Baden Powell
9125-031, 9125-036 Caniço, Portugal

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What To Expect

My tours are designed to be a balanced combination of relaxation and adventure. I spend a great deal of time planning each of my swim routes, ensuring that I offer you a tailored experience that you will never forget.

On this particular day, we will meet at Lido Galomar Bathing Complex, in Caniço (Madeira Island). After arriving, you will meet me and fellow swimmers for a safety briefing and discussion about the swimming tour. If you are a beginner swimmer don't worry, you will be safe.

We will then hold an acclimatization swim nearby and start our adventure towards the Garajau Natural Reserve. There you will have the opportunity to swim in very enjoyable clear waters. The view from here is unrivaled as the entire Bay of Garajau is laid out before us.

The tour will last 1 hour with time to warm up, meet up, and after our water session get a hot tea. I provide a swim buoy and if required I can provide a wetsuit rental (if the reservation is made a few days in advance). I will be swimming beside you all the time and giving you all the support you need. I'm sure you'll love swimming with me!

We will swim back to the starting point, the Lido Galomar Bathing Complex.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Open-Water Swimming in Madeira?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Open-Water Swimming in Madeira?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Swim cap (our offer).
  • If you need, we can provide a swim buoy.
  • Personal Accidents Insurance.
  • Photos and videos included.
  • Experienced guides.
The following is NOT included:
  • Wetsuit rental (€30/person).
  • Tips for your guides.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 7. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Open-Water Swimming in Madeira is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Open-Water Swimming in Madeira will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Swim cap (our offer)
  • If you need, we can provide a swim buoy
  • Personal Accidents Insurance
  • Photos and videos included
  • Experienced guides
  • Wetsuit rental (€30/person)
  • Tips for your guides

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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