Porto Santo: The 4 Best Day Trips from Madeira

1.Island Highlights 4×4 Tour with Hotel Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 359 reviews · 7 hours · from $58Our pick

7-hour Porto Santo 4x4 tour with hotel transfers: dune driving, secret beaches, and 360-degree views. Small group, $58.

“Memorable Porto Santo 4x4 Tour with Bernard The Porto Santo Island Highlights 4x4 Tour, led by Bernard from Bravelanders, was an outstanding experience. Bernard’s deep knowledge of the island’s geology, botany, and history made the tour both educational and enjoyable. From hotel pickup, Bernard’s professionalism and friendly approach ensured a safe and comfortable journey across the island’s diverse landscapes. His commentary on local traditions, rare plants, and geological features enriched every stop. A delicious lunch at Rafaela Casa de Chá & Tini Restaurant added to the day’s enjoyment. Highly recommended for anyone seeking a comprehensive and engaging introduction to Porto Santo.”

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2.90 Minutes Off-Road Buggy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 61 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $129

Drive a Porto Santo off-road buggy in 90 minutes with a guide, goggles and safe thrills, reaching dunes and viewpoints normal cars can’t.

“Conduzir o buggy e as paisagens e a simpatia do guia. Martim”

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3.Porto Santo One-Day Cruise and Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 1 day (approx.) · from $243

From Funchal, take a one-day ferry trip to Porto Santo, tour the Golden Island, then unwind at Calheta beach.

“An island with a very nice beach, only negative there can be people in the ferry and therefore not necessarily seating.Auto-translated”

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4.180 Minutes Off-Road Buggy Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 3 hours · from $188Top rated

3-hour guided off-road buggy tour on Porto Santo with a guide, panoramic viewpoints and dunes, self-driven with goggles. Price per group up to 2.

“A atividade foi positivamente agradável e só temos que agradecer ao guia Martim pelo seu à vontade e pelo cuidado tido com a nossa experiência durante todo passeio. Algo a repetir!”

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