Madeira · TOURS
A shortlist for a friend who has just booked Funchal: 15 tours & days out worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the thing to know before committing.
8-hour Madeira 4WD tour with Cabo Girão Skywalk views, Seixal black sand, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Fanal Forest off-road adventure.
“This was an amazing tour, i truly recommend this to everyone who really enjoy in beautiful nature and crazy adventure. You know, everything is beautiful, but special praise for Roberto, he did everything to make it perfect. Thank you once again man!”
Open-top 4x4 jeep from Funchal to Porto Moniz pools, Seixal, Paul da Serra, and Fanal Forest, with swim stops and viewpoints.
“This is a great way to go around the north of the island and hit all the good spots in an efficient amount of time. I had Pedro as my guide. He was an excellent driver and very knowledgeable about the island. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to maximize their time on the island.”
West and north Madeira from Funchal, with Cabo Girão Skywalk, Paul da Serra, Porto Moniz lava pools, and the Bridal Veil waterfall.
“The most relaxed and stress-free way to get to know the island. Really enjoyed it”
An 8-hour east Madeira tour from Funchal hitting Pico do Arieiro, Santana, Ponta de São Lourenço, and Machico views, with hotel pickup.
“Brilliant our driver was marco fantastic throughly enjoyed the day ☺️”
A 2-hour Funchal old town walk with Farmers’ Market, a 19th-century sweet factory, forts, sugar stories, and a wine lodge visit.
“Our guide Hannah was knowledgeable and imparted so much information which we would have never come across or noticed. Really enjoyed the pace and areas covered. In a couple of areas we were given 10 mins to explore before moving on. Hannah was happy to answer any questions and had lots of local useful tips on other places to visit.”
West Madeira in one day, from Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão to Fanal Forest fog, Porto Moniz pools, and Atlantic waterfalls.
“Our guide Luca was so friendly, knowledgeable and told us so much about Madeira. He was fascinating to listen to and really made the trip a very interesting and enjoyable day out. We thoroughly enjoyed the experience and getting to know and understand Madeira much more. Thank you, it was money well spent and worth every penny. Helen & Dyl”
Luxury 3-hour catamaran from Funchal for dolphins, whales, turtles, plus a swim stop at Cabo Girão with unlimited drinks.
“It was such a lovely tour! The staf was amazing😊, funny, kind, and told a lot of interesting facts. The catamaran is a really comfortable boat, big, fast and there's enough space, you can easily change seats/places for the view. I really liked it that they don't let go a lot of people on the boat. The captain was so respectfull too the animals and did his ultimate best to fix the best spo Service was excellent! Drinks and delicatesses were served as much as you want and where brought to you. We did see a lot of short vinned pilot whales and a small group of bottled nose dolphins.…”
Full-day Madeira jeep tour with pickup: Cabo Girão Skywalk, off-road Trompica trails, Fanal Forest, and Porto Moniz natural pools.
“Our day with Renato was fabulous, what a fun way to get a great over view of the island. Renato was a brilliant guide, very funny, brilliant communicator and full of interesting information! A fun day that we would do again in a heartbeat. Thank you!”
7-hour east Madeira tour with Pico do Arieiro views, easy Balcões levada walk, UNESCO Laurisilva, Santana, and ocean viewpoints.
“This was an amazingly beautiful tour. The scenery is stunning. Christina was an excellent guide. Very informative and bubbly. We had a great day. This tour is not to be missed.”
Half-day Madeira tour to Curral da Freiras for panoramic views, valley-formation stories, and poncha in Câmara de Lobos.
“Great trip - great guide: Marco Lots of local history facts. A warning that the weather is likely to be colder and wet would be appreciated. TV”
Monte and Nuns Valley tour from Funchal with scenic viewpoints, the Monte toboggan ride, liquor tasting, and Madeira views in 4 hours.
“Absolutely brilliant experience with our fabulous guide local Lucy. she went out of her way to make our activity happen after our cruise ship arrived late in port. Her local knowledge and enthusiasm made our trip. nuns valley and monte were spectacular 👌 Those views of mums valley at top view point were fantastic. The sleigh ride was brilliant. Would definitely recommend”
Sail Madeira aboard the Columbus replica Santa Maria de Colombo. Enjoy coastal views, possible dolphins and whales, and a swim stop.
“Touring the ocean around the island and seeing a pod of pilot whales”
Sunset sailing from Funchal, whale and dolphin watching, a swim at Cabo Girão, and an open bar during a 3 hour guided trip.
“Loved the experience. We were able to spot pilot whales, dolphins. Special mention to our captain and sailor Mr Roberto and Mr Bruno for their energy.”
A 7-hour West Madeira tour with a guide, photo stops, and real island variety, from Câmara de Lobos to Fanal forest and Porto Moniz pools.
“Fabulous day made even more so by the lovely Patricia! so knowledgeable and friendly. Thoroughly enjoyed the day and would not think twice about recommending to others 👌”
Full-day Eastern Madeira tour with Pico Arieiro, optional Balcões walk, Guindaste skywalk, Porto da Cruz rum tasting, and Ponta do Rosto views.
“This was an exceptional trip 8 hours packed with spectacular sights and limitless information. This is our 2nd trip with this tour company, we will definitely book the Western tour on our next visit to Maderia.”
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