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Activity Madeira, Portugal

The Untraveled West Tour

5.0 (9 reviews) 7–8 hours Free cancellation
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The Untraveled West Tour

About this activity

This is a tour, that will take you to the forgotten beauty’s of the island. Starting in the South, going throughout the mountains, passing some off our special roads and offloads in our woods. Once on the top of the mountains, we will find the amazing forest of Fanal, where we have ancient trees, that will for sure, trigger your interest. From here on, we will descent to the North side of the island, where you have the opportunity to go for a swim in our natural lavapools. After a refreshing dip, our tour will take us to the West side of the island, passing some lovely views, to slowly come to an end, at the most Western point of the island, Ponta do Pargo.

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At a glance

Duration
7–8 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 6 people
People per booking
1–6
Guide
German, English, French, Dutch
Operated by
Just Madeira 4x4

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Included: guide is licensed or certified

Not included

  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: anding and/or facility fees: Landing and facility fees
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Posto Florestal Fanal

    1 h 30 min

    The beautiful forest of fanal, will amaze you with the prehistoric trees, which you will find there.

    The route that leads to this great location will go through the woods, with a nice off-road and will make us come out in Paul Da Serra.

  2. Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

    1 h 30 min Admission not included

    After a half-hour drive, we arrive in Porto Moniz, where you can all enjoy the lava pools. If you don't want to swim, we have beautiful viewpoints and of course the opportunity to have a drink.

  3. Porto Moniz

    one hour

    After swimming, they may get you cravings, in a meal or a snack.

    In the town, you have several options to eat something.

  4. Miradouro do Teleferico das Achadas da Cruz

    40 min

    Passing through the city of Santa, we head towards our steepest and highest cable car in Madeira.

    We will not take the cable car itself, but you will enjoy the beautiful view you have and you can shudder, through the deep dive, which the cable car takes.

  5. Capela Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte - Capela do Cabo

    Passing by

    Here you have a small chapel, with a beautiful view, ideal for taking beautiful photos.

  6. Miradouro do Pico Vermelho

    30 min

    At this location, which we reach through the middle of a small off-road, we have a beautiful view over the west coastline

  7. Ponta do Pargo

    1 h 30 min

    The westernmost viewpoint of our island, where you have a beautiful view. The cliffs and the lighthouse will amaze you. After this beautiful view, we start our return journey to the hotels

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

  • The statue of ronaldo, you can find at the museum of cr7.

    It is located close to the harbor of the Porto santo line.

    If you follow the promenade towards the Porto santo line, you will pass the statue.

End point

  • The statue of ronaldo, you can find at the museum of cr7.

    It is located close to the harbor of the Porto santo line.

    If you follow the promenade towards the Porto santo line, you will pass the statue.

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
  • Travellers Pearl by Storytellers

and 110 more pickup points

The jeep, that will be provided, has dark tinted windows on the backside, with the name of the company, Just Madeira, written on it.

Using your ticket

At the pick up, your name will be called by the driver/guide.

Make sure that you have your ticket with you, to show to the guide.

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.
  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Specialized infant seats are available

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller ratings

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