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Matthew_H, Nov 2026
Best tour on the island!
This was the best tour I did on the island! Sandro was a tour guide and he was great! Although we didn’t go on the Skywalk, we still saw the view from a short drive down the hill. Porto Moniz was the highlight and you have time to swim in the natural swimming pools.
Lorraine_A, Nov 2026
Excellent guides and beautiful scenery, despite the excessive rain and fog.
The first day our guide was Renato and the second day it was John. They were both very knowledgeable and did a great job working against the elements. We has a tremendous amount of rain in and out, which did put a hindrance on the stops. But, they did a fabulous job.
katie_s, Nov 2026
Fabulous Jeep Tour with Eduardo
Eduardo was a fabulous guide! Even though we didn’t have the best weather, he made sure we got the absolute most out of the entire trip. His off-road driving was awesome, and each stop offered a unique and beautiful view or activity. He did a great job keeping the experience fun, engaging, and memorable despite the weather. Highly recommend Eduardo to anyone looking for a great experience!
Andrea_D, Nov 2026
Having this...
Having this transportation and being picked up and dropped off at my hotel was great! The weather was rainy and gloomy, but Pedro encouraged us to keep waiting until the end and the clouds moved right at sunset and it was the most spectacular view and moment! This is a safe and reliable transfer option!
Anita_L, Nov 2026
Fantastic boat safari - definitely recommended
Wow, wow, wow.. what an experience. Both Ricardo’s were excellent guides.
We saw blue spotted and also striped dolphins (between 40 and 60 of them), and then later two separate families of Pilot whales.
Ricardo was very knowledgeable and gave a lot of information of the dolphins and whales that we saw.
Ricardo (the captain) was able to throw in a couple of surprises at the end of the tour 😂😂
Yordanka_T, Nov 2026
Great adventure!
Great experience from beginning to the end.
We started the trip with spotting a monk seal in the harbour and then spending time watching a very close distance pilot whales pod for a while. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable which made the experience even more interesting.
Liz_G, Oct 2026
Our Tour Was MUCH BETTER Than Expected!
Our tour guide, Diogo was absolutely amazing, he was super patient when our ship’s this disembarkation process was taking a long time. Diogo gave us so much information about the island; he is a perfect ambassador for Madeira/Funchal.
Diogo even made it a point to stop at a little produce stand to buy us a couple of locally grown bananas, which by the way were delicious!
. He gave us plenty of time as we explored the different locations - more time than we even need it. We did not feel rushed at all, and he gave us his undivided attention.
The air-conditioning in his vehicle worked perfect, and his van was spotless.
We felt like he was a genuinely nice man with a positive look on life.
Thank you Diogo!
Denise_W, Oct 2026
A local who knows
The standard itinerary included several places that we had already visited earlier in the week but Luis was happy to look at my list of desired stops and get us to each of them on a custom tour. We promptly emailed with me before I left for my trip, so we could iron out the details of our tour. He knows the island incredibly well, and also took us to his special places. He carefully maneuvered the challenging local roads, timing our arrival to avoid lines and crowds, for an absolutely terrific day. His recommendation for lunch was great and he even brought us to a small shop in his hometown for an afternoon mango gelato and smoothie. Go with a local who knows. Spend your day with Luis.
lonev2, Oct 2026
An exciting experience
Final reception at the harbor. The catamaran ferry was nice and delicious. Very friendly staff. Nice that there were only 17 guests. Was spoiled with drinks and delicate appetizers.
We saw dolphins and it was exciting.
There were also some who were swimming.
Thanks for a wonderful experience 🙏
Paula_L, Oct 2026
Book it! Long line of hikers waiting for taxis after hike.
Our driver was on time, professional and provided clear directions at dropoff for entrance to hike, and pointed out the area to watch sunrise prior to hike. He was on time for pick up, and provided history about the island on our return to Funchal. There was a line of people waiting for a taxi in parking lot after hike. Its worth it to guarantee a quick return trip after the 5.7 mile hike!
John_L, Sep 2026
Great Morning in Funchal
From the start of the tour, you get a real insight into the tastes and culture of Funchal. Our friendly guide made the whole experience even more interesting and the food was amazing! Even if walking tours are not usually your thing, this is a gentle stroll with lots of stops and opportunities to take in the surroundings. I would highly recommend.
lenamA7835DX, Aug 2026
Top experience
It was a great excursion. The crew is very dedicated and really knows their stuff about marine biology and was able to answer questions in detail. It was a bit difficult to find the whales. But in the end, we discovered a whale family and were able to observe them for about half an hour. In general, I can recommend the sunset tour, because even if you don't see any animals, the view is spectacular.
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Just off the coast of Africa, Madeira is a Portuguese island renowned for its lush green landscapes and dramatic cliffs. Madeira tours let you hone in on each facet of the island’s identity—whether you’re dolphin and whale watching in the Atlantic Ocean, hiking along the UNESCO-listed aqueducts, or discovering rugged volcanic landscapes in a 4WD. More relaxing pursuits include soaking in geothermal pools and cruising in a catamaran at sunset, while high-octane adventures such as canyoneering and trekking to the island’s highest peak are sure to get your heart pumping.
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