Santana - Private Full-Day - Safari 4x4 Tour - NorthEast

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About this activity

This Tour has a little bit of everything! Rich in culture, with some of the most beautiful landscapes you can set your eyes on and breath-taking trails that will take you from sea level to Madeira’s highest mountains - Always far from the beaten track

For those who love mountains, snaking roads, earth pathways, amazing food, local drinks with a taste of discovery

Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history

I have the best vehicle for that, an UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions) and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see!

So, join me and let's have fun together, exploring without stress, no rush...

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes

I will do my best to provide you a unique experience that you will never forget!

Jeep capacity: 8 seats (7 Clients + Driver - Me)

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At a glance

Duration: 8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Operated by: Miguel Is Here

What is included

Included

Included: All Fees and Taxes

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Extra fee of 17,00€ - Very Good

Itinerary

Funchal

5 min

Your private tour begins with the transfer from the hotel or apartment in my UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions).

Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history.

You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari-style tour, going to places that you just have to see!

I`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 open jeep ride, enjoying various experiences, awakening all your senses.

At the end of the tour you will want to return and stay longer on my paradise :)
Madeira Botanical Garden

Passing by

On board our Jeep, the trip starts from Funchal to Poiso at 1 412mts of altitude, passing by Shoupana Hills & Montado do Pereiro (protected Natural Área), always with its beautiful bay in the background.

We will take the back roads through Funchal’s hillside, going for a hidden view of the beautiful bay that we will have as a background.

Stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.
Stop 3

10 min

After stopping in a beautiful view point we will keep going up the hill through old roads & off-road, all done in a very calm safe and relaxed, stopping in all the good photo opportunities, far from the beaten track.
Stop 4

15 min

While we ascend at the 3rd highest peak of the island, Pico do Areeiro at 1818m alt, we will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.

Often we are above the clouds for a breathtaking landscape over the south and north side of the island.
Pico do Arieiro

25 min

We will stop at Pico Do Areiro, the third-highest peak on the island, 1811 m above sea level. There are usually very dramatic views, and we tend to spend a fair amount of time up there.

After a stop to explore and pictures, we venture to the North side of the island, such as Ribeiro Frio and Faial, along the ancient royal footpath, where our sight is captured by the geometry of the oldest terraces of the island, along the beaten tracks crossing the wonderful Laurisilva forest and the water springs that supply the trout tanks. You will be amazed at the isolated rural nature of the villages we will visit.

Always stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere.
Ribeiro Frio

10 min

As we pass through the wonderful Laurisilva forest and the water springs, we will have time to stop at one and for the more adventurous to taste it hehehe

After that, will cross the hearth of our Laurisilva forest, descending trough Ribeiro Frio and observing the fauna and flora that habit this wonderful millenary forest, protected by Unesco.

Always stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.
Stop 7

15 min

As we continue our descent, we will be able to contemplate the imponent form of the rock formation Penha d’Águia (Eagle’s Rock) which will accompany us, as we climb the mountain side.

Always stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.
Stop 8

20 min

We will make a stop in a local bar with local prices.

After that we will make a spectacular off road, where we’ll enjoy a wonderful scenery.
Stop 9

15 min

We will have to cross the mountain towards Santana, so we will have to make a Spectacular off road, where we’ll enjoy a wonderful scenery.

Stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.

In the middle of the off-road, we will make a longer stop to enjoy the wonderful scenery
Stop 10

10 min

After off-road we will arrive to Pico das Pedras, and we will immediately begin to descend to santana.

This is where you can find the traditional, authentic A-frame houses you might have seen online or in guide books. We see lots of agricultural terraces, we meet locals, and we have lunch at a local restaurant to try the local food

(Lunch optional extra — not included in the price but highly recommended).
Santana

1 h 30 min Admission not included

In Santana it`s time to visit a genuine Santana House, a triangle shaped house traditional from this area of Madeira with about 240 years and lunch at a local place, where you could eat some of the local traditional food, as for example the espetada, tuna or Peixe-Espada

(Lunch – optional extra, not included in price and highly recommended) - 12,00€

We will visit a real house typical of Madeira, not touristic
Stop 12

10 min

After that, and it will be the time to get back through the north coast, Seeing the amazing views of Faial and Porto da Cruz, awayas stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.
Porto da Cruz

40 min

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes - 2Km (optional), stretching the legs, on one of the many unique water canals of Madeira.
Stop 14

10 min

After making the "Levada walk", we will return all the way back by the eastern coast, passing by Maroços and Machico (the bay where the Portuguese landed in 1419/20).
Machico

20 min

We will finish up with the perfect ending, our famous freshly homemade Poncha drink!

All these in a very relaxed informative fun way, going off road and off the beaten track having a good overview on the island, cruising through the mountain in the morning, and in the afternoon by the sea line.
Santa Cruz

Passing by

This is a fun and informative trip for all ages and a great “first tour” for everyone visiting our beautiful island.

A day to remember in years to come…

Go ahead and Book Now! Spaces are limited!

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

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.

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.

Pickup points

The Editory Garden Funchal
Pestana Vila Lido
Residencial Greco
Pestana Miramar
Hotel Windsor
Enotel Magnolia
Hotel Funchal
Monte Carlo
Pestana Casino Park
Pestana Gardens Ocean Aparthotel
Les Suites at The Cliff Bay

and 82 more pickup points

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

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%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Minimum age 3 years
Children must be accompanied by an adult
A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
We will go up to 1800 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
On the day, who are staying in Funchal, Garajau or Caniço, can change the tour to: NorthWest, SouthWest or SouthEast

Options

Santana Private Full-Day Safari 4x4

Price Up to 5 People: Special price for only 5 people maximum

Pickup included
Full-Day Safari 4x4 Tour

Price Up to 4 People: Special price for only 4 people maximum

Pickup included
Santana Full Day 4x4 Tour

Price Up to 6 People: Special price for only 6 people maximum

Pickup included