MADEIRA
The best days out on the island.
The 15 standout tours and experiences across Madeira. The days travellers still talk about long after the flight home, from the high peaks to the open Atlantic.
Hybrid-electric dolphin and whale watching from Funchal with a Cabo Girão swim stop and scenic south-coast cliff views.
Most Popular“The whole trip was great. We saw few delfins. Had a good time.”
4WD Land Rover day trip on Madeira with Cabo Girão Skywalk, black-sand Seixal, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Fanal forest.
“Our driver was Antonio G. He made the experience fun and as well as engaged! We lucked out with the weather which made the tour even better. Jungle Rain restaurant was an added plus and highly recommend. Thank you Toni for a fun experience!!!!”
A 3-hour Funchal catamaran cruise spotting dolphins, whales, and turtles near Cabo Girão, with a swim stop and bar onboard.
“We enjoyed a cruise along the coast in an Easterly direction. We were very lucky to spot a pod of Pilot Whales including a mother and baby swimming along together. This put the icing on the cruise cake! We celebrated with a small glass of beer and wine from the onboard bar on the way…”
Open-top 4x4 from Funchal to Fanal, Porto Moniz and Seixal. Swim in volcanic pools, see Paul da Serra above clouds.
“This is a great way to go around the north of the island and hit all the good spots in an efficient amount of time. I had Pedro as my guide. He was an excellent driver and very knowledgeable about the island. I would recommend this to anyone wanting to maximize their time on the…”
A guided West Madeira day from Funchal with Cabo Girão, Paul da Serra, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Seixal’s Bridal Veil.
“Beautiful views! Marco showed us much and also knew a lot about the history. He’s also a great driver, because the twists and turns in the mountains are no joke 😅 Definitely a must-do tour if you’re visiting Madeira.”
East Madeira in 8 hours: Pico do Arieiro views, Santana straw houses, Ponta de São Lourenço coast drama, plus Machico bay.
“We had a nice tour with Marco, a funny and knowledgeable person and good driver. spectacular views and interesting insides in the past of Madeira.”
A 2-hour Funchal old-town walk with Madeiran Heritage: Jesuits’ College, sweet factory, Farmers’ Market, sugar stories, wine lodge.
“Superb tour by Evelina Matejovska. Very informative, friendly guide who was extremely knowledgeable. Covered the central area and old town and learnt historical facts, details about industry and food interests! Very worthwhile tour to do .”
Luxury catamaran cruising from Funchal to search for dolphins and whales, then snorkel at Cabo Girão in Madeira’s clear waters.
“Great value for money. We were lucky to see a pod of pilot whales, which was amazing. The two hosts were really knowledgeable and good fun. The onboard drinks good value - large red wine and a beer was only 6 euros! Highly recommend.”
West Madeira waterfalls, the foggy Fanal forest, and Porto Moniz sea pools in one 8-hour loop from Funchal with pickup.
“Apart from the cramped conditions in the minibus, I can’t praise both tours highly enough. Brilliant guides provided information through out, and we taken to places we would never have found on our own. Full marks all round”
Madeira luxury catamaran whale and dolphin watch with unlimited drinks, snacks, sparkling wine, and a swim stop by Cabo Girão’s 586m cliff.
“It was such a lovely tour! The staf was amazing😊, funny, kind, and told a lot of interesting facts. The catamaran is a really comfortable boat, big, fast and there's enough space, you can easily change seats/places for the view. I really liked it that they don't let go a lot of people on the…”
Full-day Madeira jeep tour with pickup, off-road trails, Cabo Girão skywalk views, Fanal Forest, and a swim at Porto Moniz pools.
“We had a great guide. Paulo told us a lot of interesting things about the island, and we saw many interesting and beautiful places. I highly recommend him!”
8-hour guided levada hike from Funchal to Levada das 25 Fontes, with hotel pickup, a wet tunnel, and famous cascade views.
“Amazing day out and lots of walking but worth it, great views and the waterfalls are out if Jurassic Park film. The whole walking tour was informative and well organised, lots of uphill and though mostly downhill expect some tricky areas and walking shoes a must. Perfect weather today with cool breeze and no rain,…”
West Madeira day trip from Funchal with Cabo Girão cliffs, Fanal laurel forest, Porto Moniz volcanic pools, and north-coast viewpoints.
“Really nice trip and fantastic driver/guide. We enjoyed the company of Carlos. Never felt rushed anywhere, all very relaxed. The only tiny downside was that we were a little tight in the font seats. However, it did give us the best view. Definitely recommend this trip to everyone. PS be aware in Porto Maniz, some…”
Half-day tour from Funchal to Curral da Freiras and the Nuns Valley viewpoints, plus Câmara de Lobos with Churchill and poncha.
“Great trip - great guide: Marco Lots of local history facts. A warning that the weather is likely to be colder and wet would be appreciated. TV”
Toboggan down Monte, viewpoints over Funchal and Nuns Valley, plus included liquor tasting in Madeira’s Central mountains.
“Fantastic experience....toboggan ride not to be missed! Exciting and fun. Visit to the viewpoint and the Valley of the Nuns both very good. An excellent trip”
From the sunrise peaks to the levada paths to the deep-water whales, every corner of the island and every way to spend a day.
