Top Madeira Walking Tours

This is an excellent choice for independent travelers who want the freedom to be able to hike on their own, without having to follow a group around. Instead of booking taxis, enjoy a transfer service that drops you off at Pico Do Arieiro to start your hike to Pico Ruivo. At the end of the hike, get picked up from Achada Do Teixeira for a stress-free return transfer.

Football fans—this one’s for you. Learn about the life of one of the world's most famous Portuguese footballers—Cristiano Ronaldo—by visiting a museum dedicated to him—CR7 Museum. Get straight in as admission is included, and explore the many trophies, photographs, wax statues, and fan tributes. To make this tour even more special, the trip also visits the place where Ronaldo once lived, and his first official club.

The West Coast of Madeira is full of spectacular lookouts, traditional fishing villages, and natural wonders, but it can be hard to get around without your own transport. Maximize your time on this full-day tour from Funchal and take in highlights including Cabo Girão, Ribeira da Janela, Laurissilva forest, and the Porto Moniz natural pools. Hotel pickup and drop-off is included.

Hike through the Madeira highlands on a half-day walk that follows the historic Levada da Serra do Faial, a century-old irrigation canal, through lush forest. You’ll cover 3.4 miles (5.5 km) of trail, earn views of Madeiran villages, and see a wide range of plants in a scenic, natural environment. This 4-hour, guided walking tour includes pickup and drop-off at Funchal hotels.

The south coast of Madeira is a popular spot to watch whales and dolphins in their natural environment. This small-group yacht cruise offers a more personalized experience, with a chance to customize the tour to your group’s preferences, stopping to swim or snorkel along the coast, and looking out for bottlenose dolphins, sperm whales, and Bryde's whales.

Enjoy an easy way to summit one of Madeira’s tallest peaks—and discover what many describe as the island’s best sunrise view—on this shared tour of Pico do Areeiro. Early in the morning, meet your driver directly at your hotel and drive to the top of the mountain, with stops at scenic villages en route. After admiring the view, you’ll enjoy a brief hike through Laurisilva forests and stop at a local bakery.

Have the special opportunity to watch the sunrise from Madeira’s highest point on this small-group excursion. Following early-morning hotel pickup from your Funchal accommodation, travel via comfortable vehicle to Pico Ruivo. After disembarking, start your 1.5-mile (2.5-kilometer) hike in the dark; as you approach the peak, you will watch the sunrise begin.

With this combination of a 4WD tour and a levada walk, you can access remote parts of Madeira with ease. Begin with a hotel pickup, saving you the hassle of organizing transport, then ride into the wilderness with your driver and group. On foot, you can enter the lush Laurisilva forest, followed by a levada walk along sugarcane fields, to access remote landscapes off the usual tourist trail.

Discover the abundant marine life near Madeira on this fast-paced dolphin and whale-watching tour. You won’t have to worry about wasting time traveling, as you’ll whizz through the water on a speedboat, and cover large distances. Look out for dolphins and whales, while enjoying guide commentary. If you don’t spot any sea life, you’ll get another free trip.

Delve into the spectacular landscapes of Madeira’s northwest coast on an explorative full-day tour from Funchal. Accompanied by your guide, travel through scenery of outstanding natural beauty, gazing at landmarks like Paul da Serra and Porto Moniz. Head deep into the mysterious forest on a guided hike; gain an insightful glimpse into Portuguese culture; and, weather permitting, sink your toes into the silky sands of the black sandy beach of Seixal.

Come and relax aboard the most luxurious cataraman on Madeira Island. Having the possibility to observe dolphins, whales or turtles in their natural environment. The trip is suitable for all ages due to the comfort that our boat offers with a maximum of 35 people on board, and can be inside or outside the boat. We make a stop to swim in Cabo Girão. And we also provide a variety of drinks on our boat so you can buy and enjoy the best of the tour.

Nature enthusiasts will love this dolphin- and whale-watching cruise from Funchal. Board your catamaran and kick back as you sail along Madeira’s south coast. Your crew guides you to the areas where whales and dolphins are most often seen. If the sea conditions are good in summer, take a dip in the waters beneath the Cabo Girão sea cliffs. Choose a morning or afternoon departure to suit your schedule.

Experience the west of the beautiful island of Madeira with friendly and professional tour guides. On this 8 hour tour we take you to simply fantastic and unique places in the world. This excursion is almost mandatory when you visit Madeira Island. It's really worth it.

This North to South Levada Walk is the perfect way to discover Madeira’s beautiful scenery. You’ll have a hassle-free day with no transport to book, as hotel pickup and drop-off included. A certified mountain guide will lead the way, so you won’t have to worry about getting lost. Witness panoramic views of valleys, villages, and Laurisilva vegetation. Highlights are the viewpoints looking over Porto Da Cruz and Faial.

One of the most popular hikes in Madeira is the challenging trek between the Arieiro and Ruivo mountain peaks. Take the guesswork out of getting there by booking a transfer service to easily get to and from the hike. This is not a guided tour but an easy way for visitors who don't have cars to access the hike.

Discover Madeira’s magnificent scenery by taking part in a guided hike along the Levada da Referta. There’s no need to wait for local buses to travel to the start point, as the trip includes transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle from Funchal. Begin your hike near Porto da Cruz and along the way, observe cultivated terraces, and hear fascinating insights about local life.

Get a comprehensive tour of Funchal, combined with personalized attention, on this private excursion. With a dedicated guide behind the wheel, you’ll enjoy private transportation for a stress-free trip that ticks all of the important sights off your list. Stops include Sao Joao do Pico Fortress, Quinta das Cruzes, the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Assumption, Mercado dos Lavradores, and some impressive lookout points for great photo ops.

Madeira is known for its abundance of scenic nature spots and this tour is the perfect way to access them. Save time organizing car hire and go on a guided tour from Funchal instead. Tick off Pico do Arieiro; Ribeiro Frio, which is surrounded by Laurissilva Forest; Santana Madeira Biosphere Reserve, and the scenic Pico do Facho viewpoint.

Venture off-road to explore Madeira’s northwest coast on this full-day, small-group safari from Funchal. Take the scenic route between Ribeira Brava and Porto Moniz in an open-top safari vehicle; enjoy spectacular views of the Cabo Girão sea cliffs, and explore the dark-sand beach of Seixal.

Start your journey towards Pico do Arieiro (1.818 m), the third highest point in Madeira and one of the few peaks accessible by road. Enjoy panoramic views of mountains, deep valleys and the island’s lush nature. Follow to Ribeiro Frio, in the heart of the UNESCO World Heritage Laurissilva Forest, where you can enjoy one of the oldest forests in Europe, rich in biodiversity and tranquility. Continue along the north coast, passing through Faial to Santana, famous for the traditional triangular houses of colmo, a symbol of Madeirese culture. After lunch break, visit Ponta de São Lourenço, a volcanic peninsula with arid landscapes and impressive cliffs over the Atlantic. End in Machico, the historic Villa where Portuguese sailors landed in 1419, before returning to the hotel, bringing with you unforgettable memories of Madeira’s natural and cultural diversity.

We started this course in the village of Porto da Cruz and ended in Machico. The route is made by footpath, once used by locals to transport their crops from Porto da Cruz to Machico south. Along the way we have fabulous views of the north coast and in some days you can see the island of Porto Santo.

Spend a day exploring the dramatic sea cliffs, islands and traditional villages of Madeira’s east coast on this full-day small-group tour, with a maximum of 8 people. Enjoy magnificent views of Ribeiro Frio, Pico do Arieiro and Laurissilva forest; discover the crafts-making heritage of Camacha village; and snap photos of the thatched triangular houses in Santana village. After a scenic walk along the levadas (canal ways) and a visit to a trout farm, tuck into a delicious 3-course lunch (included) on the island of Grutas do Faial.

This is the perfect tour for hiking fans and nature lovers. Enjoy the ultimate stress-free day without any transport to organize as hotel pickup, drop-off, and transfers are included. See the three highest peaks of Madeira—Pico do Arieiro, Pico das Torres, and Pico Ruivo with scenic trails along the way. No need to worry about getting lost, as a guide leads the way.

Experience one of Madeira’s world-famous levada walks on an 8-hour hike from Ribeiro Frio to Portela. Departing from Funchal, you’ll wander through the Laurel Forest (Laurisilva), a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and enjoy panoramic views of Penha d'Aguia (Eagle Rock) and the town of Porta da Cruz. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour, limited to 15 people.