Private Full-Day - Comfort 4x4 Tour - NorthWest

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About this activity

The West tour takes you to the lush northwest, full of cliffs, valleys, forests, mountains, waterfalls and cows!

So many experiences, in just one day: Ancient roads, Levada or walk at Fanal Forest, Swimming and Incredible landscapes.

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 Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury 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… as friends, fleeing the Tourist Traps and Crowds. We have time!

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

Jeep capacity: 7 seats (6 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: Private transportation

Not included

Not included: Lunch not included – extra 12,00€

Itinerary

Funchal

5 min

Your private tour begins with the transfer from the hotel or apartment in my Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury

Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history, always away from the typical “tourist routes”.

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

We`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 jeep ride, enjoying various experiences, awakening all your senses.
Campanario

20 min

You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari tour,

whenever possible, through old roads & off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, always far from the beaten track.

We will move forward to the warmest and sunniest part of Madeira Island.

The morning is usually spent exploring the southwestern coastline around the areas of Ribeira Brava and the picturesque village of Lugar de Baixo.

We are going to travel through the old roads, close to the amazing southwestern cliffs until we start climbing from sea level to about 1600m on Bica da Cana

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

15 min

Along the way you will enjoy spectacular views from an open-top army jeep, always far away from the crowds and tasteless impersonal tours.

You will be able to contemplate Ribeira Brava from a different perspective, always far from the beaten track.

We will pass through the village stopping several times for photos and explanations
Tabua

5 min

We will go along beaten tracks and rural paths, brimming with banana trees and sugar cane plantations.

Along the way we will make stops for photos & Explanations, far from the beaten track.
Ponta Do Sol

25 min

We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, in a thrilling open top jeep ride, standing up when possible, learning about our island fauna, flora and social life!

We will make a stop for coffee in a local bar

After coffee, we start “climbing” almost from sea level to 1600m altitude, up the old roads and off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, to one of the west tour’s main attraction, the Bica da Cana, where we can see the wildlife co-habiting with cattle grazing quietly
Ponta Do Sol

10 min

We will make one last stop to stretch your legs and see the beautiful Ponta do Sol beach.

Valleys, mountains, plateau and the seashore make this expedition to the sometimes forgotten Southwest side of the island a trip to remember
Levada do Paul da Serra

30 min

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional) in Paul da Serra. Flexible

Or make a walk at Fanal Forest
Stop 8

30 min

We will have to cross the only plateau in Madeira, called “Madeiran tundra” direction Porto Moniz and If the weather is good we will spend a fair amount of time up here taking in the unbelievable views from above the volcanic valleys, formed during the 3rd phase of eruptions that created Madeira island.

We will take about 45 minutes to cross the plateau.

We will make several stops for photos
Stop 9

one hour

We have to cross all fanal, stopping for photos
Vereda do Fanal

30 min

We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere.

We can make a walk at Fanal Forest
Stop 11

20 min

Amazing view to Seixal, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada and São Jorge
Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela

20 min

stop for photos
Stop 13

one hour

For lunch, we will stop in Porto Moniz, where we can take a swim in the in the famous natural volcanic swimming pools of Porto Moniz or simply explore the Village

(Lunch – optional extra, not included in price and highly recommended - 17€/Person)

After lunch & refreshing swim we will in the afternoon come back, not by the same roads on the mountain, but crossing all the north coast villages, as Ribeira da Janela as Seixal and São Vicente, by the beautiful waterfalls who drop from this dazzling cliffs all the way to the sea

Public pools - Free

Private pools - 3€/Person
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

one hour Admission not included

Swim at natural pools or visit the village

Natural pools - private: 3€/Person

Natural pools - public - Free
Stop 15

20 min

We will make several stops for photos
Stop 16

15 min

Stop for photos or swim
Stop 17

20 min

We will stop at several places to contemplate the waterfalls.
Stop 18

25 min

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

This trip is highly improvised because of the dramatic nature of the terrain and climate, making it a real adventure every time!

Great for families, nature lovers and those who like being away from the crowds.

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.

If you are in a Southwest or Southwest area and if we take the tour in that area, the pick-up service may not be charged. Please send me an email for more info.

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.

If you are in a Southwest or Southwest area and if we take the tour in that area, the pick-up service may not be charged. Please send me an email for more info.

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

Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
Children must be accompanied by an adult
If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional).
Minimum age 5 years
Must bring a bathing suit and beach towel
Please provide any specific food requirements when booking
We will go up to 1500 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
I have the BEST vehicle to explore the island, an Nissan Patrol GR 3.0 Luxury, and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see!

Options

NorthWest Full Day 4x4 Tour

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

Pickup included
Full Day Confort 4x4 Tour

Number of people allowed : Special price for only 6 people maximum

Pickup included
NorthWest Full-Day Safari 4x4

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

Pickup included