MADEIRA
The best days out on the island.
The 15 best evening experiences on Madeira, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth giving a day to, and what each actually delivers on the ground.
Sunset sailing from Funchal to spot dolphins and whales, with a swim at Cabo Girão and drinks on board for about 3 hours.
Most Popular“Great sailing tour! Bruno and staff were very welcoming hosts. We didn't manage to see any wildlife but still a thoroughly enjoyable experience.”
A 3-hour Funchal sunset catamaran with a real dolphin and whale search, marine-life talks, and a Cabo Girão swim stop.
“Views were amazing! We did see some dolphins, just a warning to people who get sea sick it can be very choppy! Overall a very good evening”
A 3-hour Funchal sunset cruise on a traditional Madeira boat with Cabo Girão scenery, snorkeling gear, and drinks on board.
“The cruise was great. The ocean was rough and some in our group became ill, but that was not Rob’s problem. He was very kind and kept the drinks coming for the rest of us and showed great consideration and assistance to those that needed it. The views and sunset were spectacular!”
Watch Madeira’s sunset from Pico do Arieiro with Funchal pickup, plus homemade dinner at an old mill on select nights.
“The tour was excellent!! Host was so, so lovely, easy to communicate with, and very accommodating. The food afterwards was delightful. We got very lucky with the weather. Had a great night. Would book again in a heartbeat! :)”
Ride Funchal’s Christmas lights in a top-down VW Beetle. 75 minutes, hotel or cruise pickup, photo stops, local guide.
“Picked up on time. Driver pleasant and very informative. Saw areas of Funchal we would not have seen where the Christmas lights were amazing. We really enjoyed the tour which was made even better by the pleasant and informative guide. Would definitely recommend as really good value for money.”
Private sunset cruise off Madeira with Cabo Girão views, Câmara de Lobos, and Funchal lights. Sparkling wine, snacks, and guided stories.
“A beautiful experience. Paulo and Marc were excellent hosts who shared lots of local knowledge and we had a wonderful final night in Funchal on this lovely yacht.”
3-hour Madeira sunset catamaran from Funchal to Cabo Girão, with snorkeling and wildlife chances for dolphins and whales.
“de vazut balene sau delfini nici nu se pune problema sa fi vazut ceva...singura placere a fost plimbarea la apus si un pahar cu vin... sa nu fiti dezamagiti daca nu vedeti nimic, poate altii au avut mai mult noroc...”
See Funchal’s Christmas lights from a classic open-top VW ride, with hotel pickup, guided stops, and Old Town views in 1h15.
“A brilliant way to see Funchal Christmas lights. Really friendly, knowledgeable driver, he was a great guide, it’s his own car and he’s a local, so he seemed proud to show us the town and his car. Definitely recommended!”
A 3-hour Madeira sunset catamaran from Funchal with live commentary, a quick swim stop, and real chances to spot dolphins or whales.
“Couldn't fault it, fantastic value for money, got to see lots of dolphins and the crew were attentive and helpful throughout.”
See Funchal at night by private tuk tuk in 1 hour, with hotel pickup, old-town streets, and cathedral details for about $41 per person.
“An excellent way to see the city & the old town. Our guide Virgilio was engaging and full of interesting information. He gave us so many great recommendations of things to see and do, including the best spots to drink Poncha and other traditional food & drink (we LOVE Nikitas!!!) He really made the tour…”
Sunset from Pico do Arieiro at 1,818 m with optional Stairway to Heaven. Private pickup from Funchal, easy views, smart timing.
“The tour itself would have been great but the weather didn't cooperate. Jonas our guide was very friendly and accommodating. I would only recommend this tour if the mountain isn't covered in clouds”
Sail Madeira’s south-west coast on a 3-hour Cabo Girão sunset catamaran with a swim stop, snorkeling gear, and onboard bar options.
“it was a wonderful sunset trip. worth every minute of the 3 hour trip. beautiful sea views, and at Cabo Girão, spectacular sunset. we also had the blessing to witness pilot whales. GOD’s creation is amazing. we got to swim near Cabo Girão, the water was so lovely, warm, clear and clean. amazing crew as…”
4-hour Madeira night with Bailinho da Madeira show, dinner of espetada and bolo do caco, and a Funchal viewpoint stop.
“Great evening Food and entertainment was amazing Definitely worth doing”
4-hour Madeira 4x4 safari from Funchal to Curral das Freiras and Pico do Areeiro, ending with possible sunset views.
“The tour with Paulo was pretty good. weather was on our side and the views were amazing.We enjoyed a lot and learned a lot abt madeira from Paulo.Would definitely recommend”
Madeira sunset dinner cruise with hotel pickup, traditional buffet, Calhau da Lapa swimming and snorkeling, plus a night view of Funchal.
“Great food. Very helpful staff. Would highly recommend”
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