Funchal: Monte Tropical Garden & Toboggan Ride by Tuk Tuk

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Funchal: Monte Tropical Garden & Toboggan Ride by Tuk Tuk
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Top rated
4.945652 out of 5 stars
4.9
4.945652 out of 5 stars
184 reviews

Enjoy a tuk tuk tour to the emblematic Monte Tropical Garden and learn fun facts about Madeira Island. Enjoy a fun toboggan ride from the village of Monte down the hill to Livramento.

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup included
Please provide your hotel or cruise ship name to the local partner for pickup.
Private group

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Debra – United Kingdom

Louis was a really good guide, helpful friendly, and informative. He adapted where we were going as we had already been to the Monte Gardens the day before, so he took us to the Botanical gardens instead. He guided us through the basket ride ticket process and was waiting to collect us at the bottom of the hill. An excellent experience. Highly recommend this activity. Was exhilarating being in an open top tuktuk.

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Andrea – United Kingdom

Fantastic experience from start to finish. Tour guide was lovely. She was very knowledgable and very friendly.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pickup location:

    Funchal

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    Funchal

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

    Monte Toboggan Ride

    Break time, Photo stop, Free time, Safety briefing, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

    Optional, Extra fee

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    Monte

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)

    Monte Palace Tropical Garden

    Aperitif, Beer, Cocktail, Coffee, Spirits, Tea, Wine, Food tasting (1 hour)

    Optional, Extra fee

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    Funchal

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (20 minutes)

    Funchal Old Town

    Break time, Photo stop, Guided tour, Free time, Sightseeing, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

    Optional

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    Funchal

    Guided tour, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic drive, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

  • Arrive back at:

    Funchal

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Get to know the Old Town of Funchal city
  • Marvel at Monte´s Church and surroundings
  • Discover the magnificent Tropical Garden in Monte
  • Enjoy a fun sledge ride at the Toboggans (Carreiros Monte)
  • Learn fun facts and local history

Full description

Feel the thrill of riding by Tuk Tuk around the stunning Monte Tropical Garden. Begin in Funchal city and head towards the mountains. Arrive in Monte Palace Madeira and enjoy a cup of coffee. Explore over 70,000 square meters of exotic plants and breathe in the beautiful ambience of the garden.
Uncover one of the most exciting and wonderful places Madeira has to offer. Begin the trip in the Old Town in Funchal city, a main tourist attraction full of fun stories and curious facts.

Venture to the mountains up to Monte city. Feel mesmerized by the lovely plants, and visit one of the most popular churches on the island, Monte's church. Learn of the day of Lady of Monte, the most attended feast on Madeira Island all year.

Take your time at the Monte Palace Madeira, adored for its facinating and immense garden. Take photos, relax, enjoy some coffee, and prepare to get lost in the nature of the garden grounds. Visit the central lake and marvel at local swans, ducks, peacocks, and chickens.
Enter the Monte Palace Madeira Museum and explore the three floors filled with sculptures, history, and a unique mineral collection. End the tour at a legendary charm of the island, the famous Monte Toboggan. Enjoy the thrilling ride down the hill, the way the locals used to.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off inside Funchal
  • Local driver/guide
  • Blanket
  • Food and drinks
  • Toboggan entry tickets (35€ for 2 people)
  • Tropical Garden entry tickets (15€ per person)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 3 years
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

Important information

What to bring

  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Not allowed

  • Baby strollers
  • Luggage or large bags

Know before you go

  • Please Bear in Mind:
  • The Toboggans (35€ for 2 people) & Tropical Garden (15€ per person) Tickets are paid separately
  • The tuk tuk doesn´t drive inside the Tropical Garden

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 184 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Debra – United KingdomJune 4, 2025 – Verified booking
Louis was a really good guide, helpful friendly, and informative. He adapted where we were going as we had already been to the Monte Gardens the day before, so he took us to the Botanical gardens instead. He guided us through the basket ride ticket process and was waiting to collect us at the bottom of the hill. An excellent experience. Highly recommend this activity. Was exhilarating being in an open top tuktuk.
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Andrea – United KingdomJune 2, 2025 – Verified booking
Fantastic experience from start to finish. Tour guide was lovely. She was very knowledgable and very friendly.
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Nicole – PortugalMay 1, 2025 – Verified booking
Our tuk tuk guide, Gregorio was so friendly and had a feast of knowledge about his home town and the island. The toboggan was a wonderful experience and tropical gardens were a haven of tranquility. I would definitely recommend this tour.

Product ID: 408794

Activity provider:TUKWAY

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