Private 4x4 Shore Excursion 4h Adventure
About This Tour
Discover Madeira from a different perspective on this private 4x4 shore excursion from Funchal. Over 4 hours, combine culture, scenic viewpoints, and off-road a...
Duration: 4 Hours · Tour type: Private · Activity level: Easy · Accommodation: Not included · Transport: Included · Wheelchair access: Yes · City: Funchal · Languages: Arabic, Danish, English, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Russian, Slovak, Spanish, Ukrainian
Know before you go: INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE; ANIMALS OR PETS ALLOWED; PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY; STROLLER OR PRAM ACCESSIBLE; WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE; Infants must not sit on laps; Not recommended for people with back problems; Not recommended for pregnant travelers; Wheelchair accessible; The guide will be at the meeting point or hotel holding a sign with the lead traveler’s name, making it easy for you to find the guide.
About Funchal
Funchal
Funchal is a fabric weaved from white colonial cottages and Spanish churches, sunny plazas and narrow cobbled streets. Guides from Everest Global Hub can help you discover the secrets of this; arguably the prettiest city in Spain.
What's Included
- Bottled water
- Insurance
- First Aid Kit
- Pick Up at Funchal/ Câmara de Lobos
- Drop Off at Funchal/ Câmara de Lobos
- Tour Guide
Not Included
- Glass platform entrance
- Alcoholic Beverages
- Lunch
Itinerary
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1Day 01
Stop at the traditional fishermen’s village for a detailed explanation of its history and the lives of the local fishermen, whose traditions shaped the community for generations. Learn about poncha, the iconic island drink originally made by fishermen, including its ingredients and preparation. Hear also about Winston Churchill’s historic visit, which inspired some of his famous paintings From the bay. After the introduction, guests take a short walk through the village, passing Churchill’s statue and several creative monuments made from recycled materials, including a striking monk seal sculpture. The stroll continues to the opposite side of the bay, offering an incredible panoramic view of the coastline and the charming village.Stop at Quinta de Santo António, at SafariCo’s private and exclusive viewpoint, offering an incredible panorama over the company’s own sugarcane fields. Here, guests receive a brief explanation of local agriculture, including the traditional methods used in sugarcane cultivation and the region’s favorable conditions for growing grapes, both proudly produced by SafariCo.Stop at a local bar, a typical Madeiran tasca, for a tasting of poncha, the island’s traditional drink. Here, guests enjoy an authentic atmosphere while the guide explains how poncha is made, from the fresh citrus and local sugarcane rum to the traditional mixing technique. The guide may even prepare a poncha on the spot, giving everyone a genuine taste of Madeira’s heritage and its long-standing fishermen’s tradition.Brief stops for photos at several stunning viewpoints along backroads known only by locals, offering unique landscapes and incredible scenery.Visit the panoramic viewpoint of Boca dos Namorados, offering a breathtaking view over Nun´s Valley. Here, guests receive a brief explanation about the history and significance of the viewpoint, as well as the unique geography and isolated origin of the Nun´s Valley, a village nestled deep in a volcanic valley.Off-road adventure through the eucalyptus and chestnut forests of Boca dos Namorados, crossing the mountain to the other side. This scenic route offers a mix of nature, fresh mountain air, and hidden trails rarely explored by visitors.Off-road journey with stunning panoramic views leading to Cabo Girão Glass viewpoint.Stop at the Cabo Girão glass viewpoint, known as the Skywalk, perched at 589 meters above sea level. Guests can enjoy breathtaking views through the transparent platform, taking in the dramatic cliffs and the vast Atlantic Ocean below.Return journey to Funchal along scenic roads, offering incredible panoramic views of the coastline, mountains, and surrounding landscapes.
Meeting Point
Meeting point: Funchal, PT · Tour start: Funchal, PT — Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
