Top Funchal Day Trips

Stairway to Heaven Pico do Areeiro in Madeira Island

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

Full Day Tour of Madeira West

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from $57

Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

4.6

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from $41

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Private Madeira Island Tour: The Most Complete 8-Hour Experience

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from $82

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $130

Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day

Leave all of the planning to someone else and enjoy yourself in Madeira with this tour through ancient forests. Begin with hotel pickup and journey through eucalyptus and mimosa forests. Ascend Pico do Arieiro mountain, then descend to Ribeiro Frio and stop at a trout hatchery. Take a leisurely stroll through the trees and visit the Santana UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Lunch is not included.

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from $77

Amazing East Tour

4 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(39)

from $41

Madeira Top Sunrise

West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups

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from $65

Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

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from $42

6 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

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from $118

This exciting small-group tour is the perfect way to explore the outdoor wonders of Funchal. Enjoy the ultimate stress-free experience of having admission to attractions and private transportation included. This eliminates time spent planning logistics so you can focus on taking in the sights. Highlights of the tour include a cable car ride to Monte, a visit to Madeira Botanical Garden, and a toboggan ride.

Madeira Highlights: Toboggan, Garden & Cable Car (All-Inclusive)

3 to 4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.4

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from $304

Funchal Hop-On Hop-Off Tour 3 in 1

2 hoursFree Cancellation

4.1

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from $29

Exploring Madeira Island by car is a special way to discover the beauty and culture of this charming island, with the personalization and flexibility we offer. This is a private tour but we can adjust according to your interests and personal preferences. You have the freedom to choose unplanned stops along the way. You will be able to visit the Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau, observe the beautiful landscapes in the Miradouro das Neves and the Miradouro Pico dos Barcelos. Next we will head towards Cabo Girão to observe the island of the floating platform, explore the bay of Vila de Câmara de Lobos, where you can stop for a meal and finally enjoy a traditional drink at the Castrinhos bar. Meals and entrance to the attractions are not included (Miradouro do Cabo Girão - 2€)

Private half-day tour in Madeira

4 to 5 hoursFree Cancellation

The rugged landscape of Madeira means there are lots of nature spots that can only be accessed on off-road routes. Instead of organizing your own car rental, benefit from the expertise of a local driver who knows the roads well. Enjoy a private off-road tour that’s customized to suit your requirements; swim in rock pools, hike through forests, access stunning viewpoints, or explore local food spots—the choice is yours.

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from $213

Per group

Private Full Day Off-Road Tour in Madeira

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from $332

Per group

Small Group West Tour Waterfalls & Fanal Forest Tour

4.7

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from $36

Explore the best of Madeira with our guided experience! Visit the charming village of Câmara de Lobos and the famous Cabo Girão, with vertigous views of 589 meters above the ocean. Discover the tranquility of the Paul da Serra, the island’s largest plateau, and the magical beauty of the Fanal Forest with its lush vegetation. In Ribeira da Janela, admire dramatic cliffs and the sea. Relax in Porto Moniz and enjoy a typical Madeirese lunch. In Seixal, explore the beautiful Seixal Beach. Book now and experience an unforgettable journey!

Fanal & Porto Moniz - West Madeira Tour

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

Explore the Rabacal area on this small group guided walking tour in Levada, that takes you through trails, and to see 25 waterfalls, too. This is a challenging walk, not offered by other companies. You’ll cover 10.5m (17k), and it should take around six to seven hours in total. Your guide will take you through the trails, but note that food and water are not included so you might want to bring some of your own.

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from $44

Levada & Waterfalls Hike 25 Fountains, Rabaçal, Risco more Challenging Walk

6 to 7 hoursFree Cancellation

(25)

from $94

Tour - 8 Villages to the East

25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6)

4.5

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from $41

Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am To 5pm (Each Day)

4.7

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from $57

2 daysFree Cancellation

4.7

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from $71

Leave all the logistics to your guides on this tour of Madeira that includes hotel pickup. Journey to Camara de Lobos, the picturesque setting that inspired Winston Churchill's art. Take in views driving through Estreito de Camara de Lobos, where historic vines still flourish. Stop in Ribeira Brava to explore ancient monuments, including a stunning church, and visit Paul da Serra, a plateau high above sea level.

Majestic West Tour and Fanal Forest

7 hours 30 minutesFree Cancellation

4.6

(25)

from $41

Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão

Venture off-road and explore the natural wonders of Madeira’s west coast from the comfort of an open-top jeep. With a private guide and vehicle for the entire day, enjoy a custom-made itinerary, stopping as often as you like along the coast. Perhaps admire the views from Pico do Areeiro, take a swim at the Porto Moniz natural pools, explore the Sao Vicente Caves, or stop at Calheta Beach.

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from $79

4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other

7 to 8 hoursFree Cancellation

Dolphin - Whale - Turtle - Bird Watching

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from $349

Per group

2 hoursFree Cancellation

Check out the center of Madeira Island, where you'll find the Valley of the Nuns. This is a half day small group tour, that runs twice weekly at 9:30am. You’ll stop at Miradouro Pico Dos Barcelos for a wonderful view of Funchal, and later at Eira do Serrado viewpoint for some gorgeous surrounding nature. You'll then spend time in the Valley of the Nuns with layers of white clouds among the mountain peaks.

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from $59

Nuns Valley (Nuns Valley) is a small parish nestling between almost perpendicular mountains in the heart of the island.

Dolphin - Whale - Turtle - Bird Watching

Nuns Valley Tour

4 hoursFree Cancellation

4.5

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from $30

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What are people saying about Funchal

Kevin_H, May 2026

Excellent tour to see amazing dolphins in their natural habitat.

Our tour had to be rescheduled due to the weather, however Magic Dolphins were very helpful coming up with an alternative date and time. Initially I was a little apprehensive about the fact that my particular tour was on a very fast ‘Zodiac’ rather than the more sedate Catamaran, needn’t of worried the ride was fast but comfortable with padded cushion and good hand grips. On our tour we saw 3 different species of dolphins which was amazing, only little niggle was that most of the action appeared on the other side of the boat. Definitely recommend the dolphins are amazing.

Madeira Grand Experience by Tukxi, Private Tour

Marcia_S, May 2026

Fantastic way to see the sights

Our guide, Daniella was bubbly, funny, knowledgeable and a great deal of fun. We saw places thst buses cannot get to. I asked to taste local pastries abd if course some Madiera, she stopped at places she knew were not touristy which was great. Brilliant tour, highly recommend and ask for Daniella 😄

Half-Day Small-Group Madeira Village Safari from Funchal

gabriella_g, May 2026

Roadtrip to Madeira mountains

This is a roadtrip to the area surrounding Funchal in a jeep. You will be seated in the back of a jeep: and need to be able to climb into and out of it. The position can be uncomfortable if you have knee pain or other leg issues , definitely not good for customers with mobility issues. The road trip was a lot of fun as you travel inland thru roads, narrow streets, up steep slopes and eventually off-road thru a forest! We enjoyed our tour of Madeira! Wish there was more information with the trip, like data about the island and since when it was inhabited, etc.

Old Funchal Walking Tour

KYLIE_F, May 2026

Funchal Walking Hidden Insights

I highly recommend doing a walking tour when you visit a new city to really get a feel for the history and learn the little secrets that as a tourist you would be unaware of. It adds to the richness of your visit and this tour ticked all the boxes. Thankyou Dulcie for your informative, engaging tour. Nat and I really appreciated your deep knowledge of Funchal (Fennel 😁) We highly recommend when you visit this beautiful island, thank you 🙏

Full Day Tour of Madeira West

catrina_l, Apr 2026

Excellent tour and guide Lionel

This is a really nice tour of the major features of the west of the beautiful island of Madeira. The tour stops at beautiful towns like Porto Moniz where you can swim in rock pools if the weather cooperates and have a gentle lunch; lovely fishing village camara de lobos - well these are all listed. As well as lovely towns the trip includes a lot of exposure to and info about Madeira’s gorgeous nature. There was no significant walking or climbing This was not my first time in Madeira and I had visited some of these places before but I leant so much more on this tour. The guide Lionel was kind and helpful and an excellent and safe driver. He had great knowledge of many aspects of the island which he shared in a way that was clear and fun. He made the trip really fantastic.

Porto Moniz 4WD Jeep Full Day Tour

Michele_G, Apr 2026

Loved our full day tour!

The charm of Madeira was evident from the first stop for coffee to the last glance at the sea at the end of the day. Taking us to mountaintop vistas with panoramic views by Jeep was an experience that had been so much fun! Madeira has so much to see that we were glad that this tour included the famous UNESCO Fanal forest and the beautiful black sand beaches with amazing natural pools. We loved our authentic lunch and fellow tourists, too! We would give our tour guide Eduardo (Eddy) and our full day adventure more than 5 stars if we had the chance! Loved it all!

West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups

Frank_W, Mar 2026

Great way to see highlights of Madeira's Southwest and North Coast

A great way to see and experience the highlights of Madeira's Southwest and North coasts. Multiple stops at incredible vistas, a traditional market, the Fanal Forest, a north shore seaside town for lunch and an optional swim before two stops to view the North Shores highlights (rock formations and waterfalls) along with the famous black sand beach before heading back to Funchal. And our driver Dinarte filled the windshield time with many interesting facts about Madeira's people, the food, agriculture and small interesting facts. Gus small can is extremely comfortable for 8 guests - and very comfortable for the drive back to Funchal at the end of the day. We really enjoyed this tour and highly recommend it!

West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island

Catherine_r, Mar 2026

Highly recommend

Absolutely the best experience. Diogo has an amazing local knowledge and the taxi was so clean. The weather was changeable and he was able to amend the tour to ensure we saw everything but in a different order. He had great recommendations for things to eat. Everywhere we went there was the chance for a toilet break if needed and the whole day felt very chilled and relaxed.

Full Day Jeep Safari East - Pico do Areeiro - Santana - Ponta de são Lourenço

BonnieMarie_P, Mar 2026

Highly recommend this tour!

What a great day with Silvio. Although the weather for our first stop was not ideal - cloudy, wet, windy and cold- the rest of the day more than made up for a bit of poor weather. This was one of the most fun activities that we have done. Silvio’s sense of humour was infectious and we had lots of fun with his insistence that he really had no licence!! The off roading was great!! Silvio’s knowledge of all the things growing on the island was amazing! The rum factory was a great stop as well. All the look-outs with the exception of the first did not disappoint. All in all a terrific day!

The East Tour-Pico do Areeiro,Santana & Pico do Facho Small Group

Rute_F, Feb 2026

This is an amazing tour...

This is an amazing tour to visit this area of Madeira without having to get stressed driving around. Our tour guide Mr Dino is exceptional full of knowledge about the area as well as an amazing kind individual. I have a disability, I have difficulty walking he made me feel very welcome, helped me all the way and I had an amazing time when I was so worried about it previously. Thank you, Mr Dino

Stairway to Heaven Pico do Areeiro in Madeira Island

David_W, Sept 2025

An unmissable spectacular experience

This was a stunning walk with some of the most spectacular scenery I have ever come across. It was well led by Martha. It was only 4.3 miles but it's a steep ascent of more than 2000 feet, so isn't easy. There is an option to get transported for the most difficult part. I'm 78 and was able to climb it without a problem. The final section to the Stairway to Heaven is a bit narrow and is a steep up and down and needs approaching with caution if you suffer with vertigo. I found it exciting and the views were worth it - just stunning.

East Tour - Santana

Simon_B, Jul 2025

Bruno was excellent,...

Bruno was excellent, picked us up from our Hotel and was very informative throughout the day. Lots of time at each stop to explore and his driving was brilliant and very comfortable considering the terrain of the roads. We were in a mini-bus with a total of 15 guests. Commentary was in English, French and Portuguese