Experience the city of Funchal from the comfort of a 4x4 vehicle. Visit volcanic pools at Porto Moniz & Seixal, the UNESCO forest, waterfalls, amazing landscapes, vineyard terraces and explore the native forest of Madeira.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 8 hours
- Starting time 8:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese, Italian
- Pickup included
- Free pIck up at your hotel / cruise dock in Funchal area. Pick-ups outside Funchal area incur an extra: €5 per person at the cruise dock or harbor, €5 per person in São Vicente, Machico, Santa Cruz, Ponta do Sol, Calheta, Ribeira Brava and Campanário, €10 per person in Caniçal, Porto Moniz, Santo da Serra and Ponta Delgada
Experience
Highlights
- Enjoy the comfort of a 4x4 vehicle with open roof
- Get to see a UNESCO listed forest
- Swim at the volcanic lava pools
- Have the opportunity to see sights many tourists don't
Full description
Start your tour in convenience with a pick-up from your hotel or cruise dock. Here, your 4x4 adventure will begin. Start the day with a scenic drive to the Serra d'Água where views of agricultural fields (poios) and stunning geographical land marks await. Whilst driving you will also learn some of the island's history.
Head towards the North coast and up to the Paúl da Serra by the "Ginjas", where you will have an off-road adventure. Once there you will have the ability to take a 15-minute walk on the famous "levadas" water channels. Here in the middle of the Laurissilva forest (UNESCO), you can witness several native and endemic species.
Continue on your tour in the direction of Porto Moniz, here you will find the old trees species of Laurel Forest like "Til"(Ocotea foetens), Puff (Clethra foetens), Bay (Laurus azorica) and Mahogany (Persea indica). At the volcanic pools if the weather permits you will be able to have a swim. On the way to São Vicente you will have your last stop to taste the "poncha", the local cocktail with "aguardente". After this full-day trip, you will be returned to your hotel.
Includes
- Bottle of water
- Friendly guide
- 4x4 tour
- Lunch (optional)
Not suitable for
- People with back problems
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
Not allowed
- Pets
