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Activity Funchal, Portugal

Arieiro Peak, Referta Walk, Santana & Ponta De Sao Lourenço

5.0 (29 reviews) 7 h 30 min Free cancellation
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Arieiro Peak, Referta Walk, Santana & Ponta De Sao Lourenço

About this activity

Experience the true spirit of eastern Madeira on a unique combination of Jeep safari and Levada walk. Start at Pico do Arieiro (1818m) for breathtaking mountain views, then venture off-road through the mountains of Faial, surrounded by Madeira’s rich biodiversity.

Discover Santana and its traditional thatched-roof houses, some over 250 years old, before enjoying a scenic Levada walk through local agricultural landscapes. Meet local farmers, discover traditional crops and enjoy panoramic views over Porto da Cruz, the North Coast and Penha d’Águia.

In Porto da Cruz, visit a traditional rum distillery and learn about Madeira’s famous rum-making heritage. Finish at Ponta de São Lourenço, the island’s driest and windiest region, with spectacular views of both coasts.

A memorable journey connecting nature, culture, local traditions and sustainable travel.

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At a glance

Duration
7 h 30 min
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 50 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
Portuguese, English, Spanish
Operated by
True Spirit

Ages: Children (3–10 years) · Adults (11–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional local guide
  • Included: Safety Instructions and First aid
  • Included: Free pickup and drop-off from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port
  • Included: Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
  • Included: Local taxes
  • Included: All insurances according to the Portuguese Law

Not included

  • Not included: Food and drinks
  • Not included: Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee

Itinerary

  1. Pico do Arieiro

    30 min

    Pico do Arieiro with stunning panoramic views from 1.818m high

  2. Santana

    30 min

    Santana, The "Biosphere Reserve" by Unesco, with its typical houses

  3. Porto da Cruz

    2 hours

    Visit the rum distillery in Porto da Cruz, renowned for its traditional sugar

    cane rum production.

  4. Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    one hour

    Explore the stunning landscapes of Ponta de São Lourenço, where nature’s beauty unfolds at every turn.

  5. Levadas

    30 min

    Enjoy a scenic Referta Levada walk through Madeira’s traditional agricultural landscapes, passing locally cultivated fields of vegetables, sugar cane and vineyards.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • The Editory Garden Funchal
  • Pestana Vila Lido
  • Residencial Greco
  • Pestana Miramar
  • Hotel Windsor
  • Enotel Magnolia
  • Hotel Funchal
  • Pestana Casino Park
  • Les Suites at The Cliff Bay
  • Funchal Design Hotel
  • Florasol Residence Hotel by Dorisol Hotels
  • Royal Savoy Hotel

and 62 more pickup points

FREE pickup (Funchal´s central area 8:45-9:00 - Funchal´s Port 8:40-8:50)

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Pick-ups and drop-offs outside Funchal´s central area have an extra fee

Traveller ratings

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