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)
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Private transportation
✖ Lunch not included – extra 12,00€
Departure & Return
Departure:
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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.
Return: End right where it started.
Itinerary
1
Funchal
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
2
Campanario
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.
Duration: 20 minutes
3
Ribeira Brava
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
Duration: 15 minutes
4
Tabua
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.
Duration: 5 minutes
5
Ponta Do Sol
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
Duration: 25 minutes
6
Ponta Do Sol
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
Duration: 10 minutes
7
Levada do Paul da Serra
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
Duration: 30 minutes
8
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
Duration: 30 minutes
9
We have to cross all fanal, stopping for photos
Duration: 60 minutes
10
Vereda do Fanal
We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere.
We can make a walk at Fanal Forest
Duration: 30 minutes
11
Amazing view to Seixal, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada and São Jorge
Duration: 20 minutes
12
Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela
stop for photos
Duration: 20 minutes
13
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
Duration: 60 minutes
14
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
Swim at natural pools or visit the village
Natural pools - private: 3€/Person
Natural pools - public - Free
Duration: 60 minutes
15
We will make several stops for photos
Duration: 20 minutes
16
Stop for photos or swim
Duration: 15 minutes
17
We will stop at several places to contemplate the waterfalls.
Duration: 20 minutes
18
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.
Duration: 25 minutes
Additional info
• 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!
