Madeira Peaks - Open 4X4 Full-Day Tour

Highlights

  • Cover lots of ground, without the worry of having to study a map

  • Perfect for nature lovers—see Eagle’s Rock, and Ribeiro Frio

  • Get great photos to remember your trip—stop off at scenic viewpoints

Summary

Your off-road adventure begins with pickup from your Funchal hotel at 8:30am, when you’ll board your open-top 4x4 vehicle and receive an introduction to Madeira from your guide. From here, you’ll travel deep into the southeastern parts of the island and absorb views of Eagle’s Rock from Portela. Stop at Porta da Cruz to visit a sugar cane factory before admiring Santana’s distinctive houses, characterized by their triangular shape and straw-thatched roofs. Your tour culminates with a visit to Riveiro Frio, whose height of 5,964 feet (1,818 meters) makes it Madeira’s highest peak. Conclude with hotel drop-off at around 4:30pm.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

With its dramatic peaks, and rugged scenery, Madeira is the perfect place for nature lovers. Save time researching the island’s best viewpoints, and let someone else lead the way on this 4x4 full-day tour from Funchal. See Eagle’s Rock, Ribeiro Frio, and a sugar cane factory in Porto da Cruz, with hassle-free round-trip transport included.

What’s included?

  • Driver/guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Gratuities

  • Lunch - optional 3 course meal for €12.00

  • pick up in this areas extra fee - €5.00 p/p - Santo da Serra, Machico, Santa Cruz, Camacha, Jardim da Serra, Ponta do Sol, Calheta

  • pick up in this areas extra fee - €10.00 p/p - Caniçal, Porto da Cruz, Santana, Ponta Delgada, Porto Moniz, Ponta do Pargo, Prazeres

  • pick up at the cruise dock extra fee - €5.00 per person

  • Entry/Admission - Madeira Rum House

  • Entry/Admission - Casas Típicas de Santana

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regular temperature checks for staff
  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Green Devil Safari

About operator:

With its dramatic peaks, and rugged scenery, Madeira is the perfect place for nature lovers. Save time researching the island’s best viewpoints, and let someone else lead the way on this 4x4 full-day tour from Funchal. See Eagle’s Rock, Ribeiro Frio, and a sugar cane factory in Porto da Cruz, with hassle-free round-trip transport included.

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