Highlights
- Reach the stunning heights of Pico do Arieiro
- Explore Ribeiro Frio and its lush Laurissilva Forest off the road
- Discover a hidden family-owned traditional house in Santana
- Admire Calhau São Jorge’s hidden coastline, surrounded by lush green cliffs
- Explore São Lourenço’s dramatic volcanic landscapes and stunning ocean views
Description
Start and finish in Funchal and explore the authentic side of Madeira on an unforgettable 4x4 adventure through breathtaking landscapes. Enjoy a combination of scenic mountain roads and exciting off-road sections as we discover some of the island’s most impressive natural and cultural highlights.
Our journey takes us to Pico do Arieiro, one of Madeira’s highest peaks, where you can admire spectacular panoramic views over the dramatic mountain landscape.
Continue to Ribeiro Frio, in the heart of the Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Discover the island’s lush vegetation, mountain scenery and beautiful waterfalls along the way, with plenty of opportunities enjoy the natural surroundings.
We then visit Santana, famous for its traditional thatched-roof houses and rich local heritage. Here, you will have time for a lunch stop, where you can relax and enjoy.
After lunch, continue towards Calhau de São Jorge, a picturesque coastal area surrounded by lush green cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean. From there, admire spectacular coastal views at the Guindaste Viewpoint, one of the most impressive viewpoints on Madeira’s north coast.
The adventure continues to Ponta de São Lourenço, where volcanic landscapes, dramatic cliffs and the deep blue Atlantic create one of the island’s most distinctive scenery.
Finally, we head to Cristo Rei, overlooking the south coast, where you can enjoy magnificent views over Funchal and the Atlantic Ocean before returning to Funchal.
Throughout the experience, you’ll travel by 4x4 and enjoy several off-road sections and scenic mountain roads, making the journey itself part of the adventure.
A perfect combination of nature, culture, local traditions, waterfalls, breathtaking viewpoints and off-road adventure, designed to show you a more authentic and unforgettable side of Madeira.
Pick-up and drop-off in Funchal included, outside Funchal extra fee.
Includes
Pick-up and drop-off in Funchal
Insurance
Local guide
4x4 transportation
4x4 off-road adventure
Visit to Pico do Arieiro
Visit to Ribeiro Frio and the Laurissilva Forest
Visit to Santana and its traditional thatched houses
Visit to a hidden traditional family home
Visit at Calhau de São Jorge and Guindaste Viewpoint
Visit to Ponta de São Lourenço
Stop at Cristo Rei viewpoint
Excludes
Food and Drinks
Pick up/Drop off outside Funchal
Important Information
- This is a shared tour with rotating seats throughout the journey. Seat changes may be made during the tour to ensure everyone can enjoy different views.
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
