Shore Excursion - Santana & Peaks 4x4 tour

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About this activity

Whether you're arriving by cruise ship or staying at a hotel, join us for an unforgettable off-road journey to Pico do Areeiro! Rise above the clouds at 1,818m on Madeira's 3rd highest peak with breathtaking views of the entire island

Explore the ancient UNESCO Laurisilva forest at Ribeiro Frio and Portela - a magical world of unique wildlife and plants

Visit a genuine 240-year-old Santana house and enjoy delicious traditional Madeiran lunch

Capture stunning photos along the dramatic north coast at Faial and Porto da Cruz

Go OFF-ROAD on hidden back roads through Funchal's hills for secret viewpoints

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 50 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Green Devil Safari

Ages: Infants (0–2 years) · Children (3–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Local guide
Included: Driver/guide
Included: small group up to 8 persons
Included: pick up / drop off at the cruise terminal

Not included

Not included: Gratuities
Not included: Lunch

Itinerary

Machico

10 min

Machico is where Madeira’s history began and where tranquility meets the sea. Its golden-sand beach, calm bay, and palm-lined promenade create a resort feel, while the surrounding hills offer postcard-perfect viewpoints over the town and ocean.
Miradouro da Portela

10 min Admission not included

Portela is one of Madeira’s classic viewpoints, a balcony over a sea of green. From here, sweeping views open over Machico’s valley, rugged cliffs, and the endless Atlantic, especially magical at sunrise when the light paints the landscape in gold.
Porto da Cruz

15 min

Porto da Cruz is a coastal hideaway where mountains fall straight into the ocean. Black-sand beaches, natural pools and powerful Atlantic waves create a dramatic setting, softened by white houses, vine-covered hills and the charm of a small fishing village.
Engenhos do Norte

15 min Admission not included

Engenhos do Norte is Madeira’s rum heritage brought to life. The historic sugarcane mill still works with traditional machinery, filling the air with the aroma of molasses and steam, while tastings reveal the island’s rich rum culture in every sip.
Fortim do Faial

Faial
Kartodromo do Faial

10 min

Guindaste is a sky-high terrace hanging above the Atlantic. Sheer cliffs, endless blue, and the wild north coast stretching into the distance make it a dream spot for sunrise, photography, and feeling the full power and beauty of Madeira’s coastline.
Santana

15 min

Santana is the green heart of Madeira’s north, framed by deep valleys and soaring peaks. It’s a gateway to some of the island’s most beautiful hikes, while its rural charm, traditional farming terraces, and slow rhythm offer an authentic taste of Madeiran life.
Santana

15 min Admission not included

Santana is the green heart of Madeira’s north, framed by deep valleys and soaring peaks. It’s a gateway to some of the island’s most beautiful hikes, while its rural charm, traditional farming terraces, and slow rhythm offer an authentic taste of Madeiran life.
Casas Tipicas de Santana

15 min Admission not included

The typical houses of Santana are Madeira’s storybook icons. These A‑frame cottages, with thatched roofs and brightly painted doors, look like they’ve come straight from a fairy tale and offer a charming glimpse into the island’s traditional rural architecture.
Ribeiro Frio

10 min

, emerald sanctuary in the middle of the mountains. Known for its levada walks, trout pools, and dense Laurissilva, it offers some of the island’s most beloved forest trails, rewarded by breathtaking viewpoints over deep valleys and distant sea.
Madeira Islands

10 min

Poiso, Madeira is a lush Atlantic paradise where dramatic cliffs plunge into deep-blue seas, forests are wrapped in mist, and flowers bloom all year. The island combines wild nature, warm hospitality, and a gentle climate, making it perfect for both adventure and relaxed, slow travel.
Pico do Arieiro

15 min Admission not included

Pico do Areeiro is one of Madeira’s crown jewels, a high peak rising above the clouds. At sunrise and sunset, the jagged ridges glow in surreal colors, and the legendary trail toward Pico Ruivo reveals some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in all of Europe.
Stop 13

Passing by

(Snow Well) — is a historic ice well set high in the mountains, where snow was once stored for Funchal’s nobility. Today it is a quiet, atmospheric spot surrounded by high-altitude scenery, offering peaceful walks and wide views over Madeira’s central massif.
Pico Do Areeiro

20 min

Pico do Areeiro is one of Madeira’s crown jewels, a high peak rising above the clouds. At sunrise and sunset, the jagged ridges glow in surreal colors, and the legendary trail toward Pico Ruivo reveals some of the most spectacular mountain scenery in all of Europe.
Miradouro do guindaste

10 min Admission not included

Guindaste is a sky-high terrace hanging above the Atlantic. Sheer cliffs, endless blue, and the wild north coast stretching into the distance make it a dream spot for sunrise, photography, and feeling the full power and beauty of Madeira’s coastline.