Funchal: Pico Arieiro, Cristo Rei and Dolphins Watching
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Largo do Miranda with unique views over Funchal , Pico do Arieiro . Santo da Serra 4x4 Open Roof Off Road Experience , Cristo Rei with. Discover the beauty of Madeira’s Sea on board a catamaran .
Highlights
- Take in the spectacular views from Pico do Arieiro
- Watch for whales and dolphins on board a catamaran
- Visit Cristo Rei and learn about its interesting history
Description
With a beautiful and panoramic view over Funchal and Desertas Islands , we start our tour at Largo do Miranda . After this viewpoint we go uphill to Pico do Arieiro at 1818 mts. , where we can enjoy magnificent landscapes and great views over Ponta de São Lourenço , Ribeiro Frio , Paúl da Serra , Curral das Freiras and even Porto Santo. From here we drive towards Santo da Serra where you will experience an amazing off road experience with an open roof surrounded by the endemic and also introduced forest. On our way back to the south coast of Madeira we’ll drive towards Santa Cruz with many breathtaking views over the terraces of the local farmers and amazing viewpoints. Here you’ll feel and discover the traditional way the Madeiran farmers live and deal with the steep slopes, in order to grow all their crops. Ending our tour , we’re going to stop at one of the most emblematic viewpoints of the island , Cristo Rei .
After the Jeep tour, our guests will be dropped off at Funchal’s Harbor to start the Dolphin Watching Trip. Come on board the Catamaran for a relaxing trip along the south coast of Madeira. The boat trip takes 3 hours with strong possibilities of watching Dolphins in their natural habitat. During the trip, the crew will give you detailed information about the cetacean species that you are able to see.In the summer months there is the possibility of swimming below Cabo Girao cliff. This trip ends in Funchal’s Harbor.
Our guide will accompany you to the different stops and viewpoints where you would have the opportunity to take pictures and videos .
Includes
Free pickup from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port
Professional local guide
All insurances according to the Portuguese law
Safety Instructions and First Aid
Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
Alcohol-Gel available
Local taxes
Wi-Fi
Important Information
- - Pick-ups outside Funchal´s central area have an extra fee.
- The catamaran trip finishes at 6 pm at the Marina of Funchal
- This tour doesn't have drop-off
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund