Madeira: Where the Sea Meets the Sky: Tour of the West

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Explore Madeira's west coast on a guided tour. Visit the Laurisilva Forest, see the Veu da Noiva waterfall, and enjoy the views from Cabo Girão.

Highlights

  • Feel the thrill of standing on the glass skywalk at Cabo Girão
  • Visit the Laurisilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • See the iconic Veu da Noiva waterfall and the Praia do Seixal
  • Explore the natural volcanic pools of Porto Moniz
  • Discover Madeira’s west coast gems in one unforgettable tour

Description

Enjoy this small group tour beginning with a visit to the Cabo Girão viewpoint, a nearly vertical promontory on Madeira's south coast, standing at 580 meters and offering breathtaking views over the Atlantic and the terraced fields below. Next, head to São Vicente, passing through the stunning landscapes of Ribeira Brava and Serra d'Água. Stop at the Água d'Alto waterfall, one of Madeira's tallest at 150 meters, and admire its majestic beauty. Continue to the iconic Véu da Noiva waterfall, located on the old coastal road between São Vicente and Seixal. Enjoy the dramatic mountain and ocean scenery from the Véu da Noiva viewpoint. Arrive at Seixal Beach, recognized as one of Europe’s best beaches in 2022 by European Best Destinations. Admire its natural charm, black volcanic sand, waterfalls, and the surrounding lush cliffs. Take a stroll along the beach and soak up the breathtaking scenery. Make a brief stop at the Ribeira da Janela islet, known for its impressive rock formations and stunning ocean views. Then, head to Porto Moniz for a lunch break (not included), famous for its beautiful natural volcanic pools. After lunch, stop at a viewpoint in Ribeira da Janela to admire the incredible views of the coastline and the village of Seixal. Finally, visit the magical Laurissilva Forest, located on the Paul da Serra plateau, known for its enchanting moss-covered, twisted trees. This subtropical ecosystem is considered a “living monument” and a relic of the Tertiary Period, consisting mainly of endemic Macaronesian species, especially from the Lauraceae family. It covers around 15,000 hectares and is classified as a UNESCO Natural World Heritage Site.

Includes

Visit to Cabo Girão viewpoint Visit to São Vicente Visit to Água d'Alto waterfall Visit to Véu da Noiva waterfall Visit to Praia do Seixal Visit to ilhéu da Ribeira da Janela Visit to Porto Moniz Visit to Ribeira da Janela viewpoint Visit to Floresta Laurissilva

Important Information

  • The tour involves walking. Lunch is not included in the tour.

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