Full Day Tour in Porto Moniz with the Locals

Full Day Tour in Porto Moniz with the Locals

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About This Tour in Funchal

Northwest 4x4 excursion, forest, fauna & flora, waterfalls, & volcanic pools. Enjoy the countryside off the beaten track in a 4x4 vehicle with knowledgeable, experienced and fun guide. We will show you the Northwestern side of Madeira, you will meet the local traditions, culture, history, "levadas", forest, fauna & flora, waterfalls, swim at the volcanic lava pools, local food, traditional drinks including the "poncha". On this experience you will have a 15 minutes easy walk at a levada, you will see the Fanal forest with the native trees "Ocotea foetens" )some of these are over 500 years old). On this tour we will pass at , Serra d'Água, Ginjas, Estanquinhos, Paúl da Serra, Fanal, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente. If the weather alows, you have time to swim at the volcanic pools.

Why Visit Funchal?

Funchal, Portugal offers a wealth of attractions, cultural experiences, and activities for visitors. From historic landmarks to modern attractions, Funchal provides an unforgettable travel experience with something to discover around every corner. Explore local cuisine, discover unique culture, and create lasting memories in this remarkable destination.

Getting to Funchal

You can reach Funchal, Portugal by air, train, or road depending on your starting location. The city offers various transportation options including taxis, public transit, and private transfers to help you reach your destination. Many hotels can arrange airport transfers, and local transportation options vary by location.

What's Included

  • Parking Fees

What's Not Included

  • Gratuities
  • Fuel surcharge

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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Meeting and Pickup

Pickup Information

Pickup Option: Pickup available for all travelers

Pickup Time: 5 minutes before departure

Custom pickup locations may be available. Please contact the supplier for details.

Itinerary

Tour Itinerary

Wood was the first of livelihood and income...

Wood was the first of livelihood and income for the early settlers to Madeira, and due to the abundance of vegetation in Serra de Água the sawmills, commercial exportation of wood was very profitable.

Starting in Ribeira Brava at the south coast,... 5 minutes

Starting in Ribeira Brava at the south coast, the road winds up to Serra d’Água (which was the island’s first water power station) and arrives at the top of the valley giving incredible views of both the south and the north coast.

The first human visitors to São Vicente appeared...

The first human visitors to São Vicente appeared in the middle of the 15th century, colonizing the area much later than the settlers in the southern part of the island, owing to its fertility.

Enjoy the views at Estanquinhos 5 minutes

Enjoy the views at Estanquinhos

Located near Senhora do Rosário

Located near Senhora do Rosário.

Enjoy the magnifcent area of Fanal, a small... 5 minutes

Enjoy the magnifcent area of Fanal, a small volcanic crater classifed as a resting reserve by the Madeira Natural Park, for a moment of pure relaxation.

Curral Falso, near the village of Ribeira da Janela, is almost all downhill

Curral Falso, near the village of Ribeira da Janela, is almost all downhill.

A very special place - The ocean, the... 5 minutes

A very special place - The ocean, the special rocks, the road Ribeira da Janela to the rock formations.

The valley cut by this ravine is one of the longest in Madeira 5 minutes

The valley cut by this ravine is one of the longest in Madeira.

Porto Moniz at the Northwestern side of Madeira,... 5 minutes

Porto Moniz at the Northwestern side of Madeira, with local atractions such as a aquarium, fortless and the volcanic pools

Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools make swimming in... 50 minutes

Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools make swimming in the ocean really accessible and it's exhilarating swimming up to the edge having the waves crash over you.

This is precisely the stunning scenery of one... 20 minutes

This is precisely the stunning scenery of one of the most popular beaches in this parish, Porto do Seixal Beach, a natural black sand beach located right next to Seixal harbour.

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