Private Full-Day - Comfort 4x4 Tour - NorthWest

Funchal, PT
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Highlights

  • Unforgettable views of high cliffs and tropical vegetation
  • Visiting hidden fishing villages and remote villages
  • Exploring off the beaten track in a relaxed safari-style tour
  • Panoramic views and learning about Madeira's traditions and history
  • Stops at good photo opportunities and indulging in various experiences

Meeting Point

After parking your car (free parking), proceed to the front of the Hotel Pestana Gardens (near Pestana Bay), at Praia Formosa in Funchal. If you are in a Southwest or Southwest area and if we take the tour in that area, the pick-up service may not be charged. Please send me an email for more info.

Meeting point

São Martinho, 9000-250 Funchal , Portugal

End point

End Point

After parking your car (free parking), proceed to the front of the Hotel Pestana Gardens (near Pestana Bay), at Praia Formosa in Funchal. If you are in a Southwest or Southwest area and if we take the tour in that area, the pick-up service may not be charged. Please send me an email for more info.

Meeting point

São Martinho, 9000-250 Funchal , Portugal

End point

Pickup

Check if pick-up is available from your location, you will select during checkout (providers may allow other pickup locations)

Pickup Location
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Pick-up and drop-off at hotels & Apartments in Funchal is free Extra cost outside Funchal: I can provide private transfer If you don´t need my private transfer, meeting point at Praia Formosa in Funchal - Free Parking

What to expect

1

Funchal

Your private tour begins with the transfer from the hotel or apartment in my Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history, always away from the typical “tourist routes”. You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari-style tour, going to places that you just have to see! We`ll take you off the beaten track, whenever possible, through old roads & off-road, in really remote places, hidden valleys and villages lost in the mountains, so you can see the wild beauty of the island, all done in a very calm safe and relaxed way. Along our route we will stop at all the good photo opportunities, on an exciting jeep ride, enjoying various experiences, awakening all your senses.

Duration 5 minutes
2

Campanario

You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari tour, whenever possible, through old roads & off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, always far from the beaten track. We will move forward to the warmest and sunniest part of Madeira Island. The morning is usually spent exploring the southwestern coastline around the areas of Ribeira Brava and the picturesque village of Lugar de Baixo. We are going to travel through the old roads, close to the amazing southwestern cliffs until we start climbing from sea level to about 1600m on Bica da Cana Stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.

Duration 20 minutes
3

Ribeira Brava

Along the way you will enjoy spectacular views from an open-top army jeep, always far away from the crowds and tasteless impersonal tours. You will be able to contemplate Ribeira Brava from a different perspective, always far from the beaten track. We will pass through the village stopping several times for photos and explanations

Duration 15 minutes
4

Tabua

We will go along beaten tracks and rural paths, brimming with banana trees and sugar cane plantations. Along the way we will make stops for photos & Explanations, far from the beaten track.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Ponta Do Sol

We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, in a thrilling open top jeep ride, standing up when possible, learning about our island fauna, flora and social life! We will make a stop for coffee in a local bar After coffee, we start “climbing” almost from sea level to 1600m altitude, up the old roads and off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, to one of the west tour’s main attraction, the Bica da Cana, where we can see the wildlife co-habiting with cattle grazing quietly

Duration 25 minutes
6

Ponta Do Sol

We will make one last stop to stretch your legs and see the beautiful Ponta do Sol beach. Valleys, mountains, plateau and the seashore make this expedition to the sometimes forgotten Southwest side of the island a trip to remember

Duration 10 minutes
7

Levada do Paul da Serra

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional) in Paul da Serra. Flexible Or make a walk at Fanal Forest

Duration 30 minutes
8

Paul da Serra

We will have to cross the only plateau in Madeira, called “Madeiran tundra” direction Porto Moniz and If the weather is good we will spend a fair amount of time up here taking in the unbelievable views from above the volcanic valleys, formed during the 3rd phase of eruptions that created Madeira island. We will take about 45 minutes to cross the plateau. We will make several stops for photos

Duration 30 minutes
9

Fanal Forestry Station

We have to cross all fanal, stopping for photos

Duration 60 minutes
10

Vereda do Fanal

We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere. We can make a walk at Fanal Forest

Duration 30 minutes
11

Ribeira da Janela

Amazing view to Seixal, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada and São Jorge

Duration 20 minutes
12

Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela

stop for photos

Duration 20 minutes
13

Porto Moniz

For lunch, we will stop in Porto Moniz, where we can take a swim in the in the famous natural volcanic swimming pools of Porto Moniz or simply explore the Village (Lunch – optional extra, not included in price and highly recommended - 17€/Person) After lunch & refreshing swim we will in the afternoon come back, not by the same roads on the mountain, but crossing all the north coast villages, as Ribeira da Janela as Seixal and São Vicente, by the beautiful waterfalls who drop from this dazzling cliffs all the way to the sea Public pools - Free Private pools - 3€/Person

Duration 60 minutes
14

Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

Swim at natural pools or visit the village Natural pools - private: 3€/Person Natural pools - public - Free

Duration 60 minutes
Admission Admission Not Included
15

Seixal

We will make several stops for photos

Duration 20 minutes
16

Praia do Porto do Seixal

Stop for photos or swim

Duration 15 minutes
17

Ribeira Brava

We will stop at several places to contemplate the waterfalls.

Duration 20 minutes
18

Serra de Agua

We will finish up with the perfect ending, our famous freshly homemade Poncha drink ! This trip is highly improvised because of the dramatic nature of the terrain and climate, making it a real adventure every time! Great for families, nature lovers and those who like being away from the crowds.

Duration 25 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Specialized infant seats are available
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    Not recommended for participants with spinal injuries
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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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    A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
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    Children must be accompanied by an adult
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    If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional).
  • Additional information
    Minimum age 5 years
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    Must bring a bathing suit and beach towel
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    Please provide any specific food requirements when booking
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    We will go up to 1500 meters high and to the north coast of the island, so it can be hot or cooler. Important to bring a jacket if necessary - dress appropriately
  • Additional information
    ​​I have the BEST vehicle to explore the island, an Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury, and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see!
Provided by Miguel Is Here

What our experts say

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    Bring a jacket for cooler altitudes
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    Don't miss the natural pools in Porto Moniz
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    Pack a bathing suit for swimming stops
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    Try local Poncha drink at the end
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    Inform about vegetarian options in advance

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