Madeira · GUIDED
Good guided tours fill up in summer and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Full-day Madeira jeep tour with Funchal pickup. Skywalk views, Trompica off-road, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz pools, and ocean stops.
“We set off right on time for our big adventure with our guide Renato, who is an excellent Jeep driver. Renato told us many interesting things about the flora and fauna of Madeira!”
Guided levada walk in Madeira’s Rabaçal Valley from Funchal, featuring Levada das 25 Fontes, an 800m tunnel, and endemic plants.
“Great walk with Sarah as a guide. Enjoyed the day with the group”
A 7-hour guided sweep of Western Madeira, from Poncha in Câmara de Lobos to Cabo Girão glass views, Fanal fog forest, and Porto Moniz pools.
“Another wonderful day at Madeira. Thank you , Diego, for that! Good mood, jokes and lot of information of Madeira’ nature and useful advices on local events, food, drinks etc. You will be happy after a tour spent by Diego.”
Madeira’s west tour strings together Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Porto Moniz pools, Fanal Forest and more with guided stops.
“The information provided by the guide His lovely accent Plenty of stops and time for photos and lunch Communication on pickup day could have been better… the office blamed the traffic and the driver blamed the admin team?! We missed camera do lobus as a first stop with no explanation or apology and it was one that I wanted to see… I would have preferred it rather than the 2-3 waterfalls later that day… Overall great day out… we couldn’t swim in natural pools as the sea was very dangerous but the stunning waves made up for it!! We felt safe with the drivers handling of the road but pls…”
Guided East Madeira day trip from Funchal: Pico do Areeiro views, a levada walk, Santana houses, rum tasting, and São Lourenço.
“Really well organised trip - super clear on each stop. No pressure to buy anything extra. Lots.of interesting information along the way too! Would recommend 😊”
Guided Tuk Tuk ride in Funchal with a quick viewpoint stop, Monte toboggans, and Old Town sights, plus pickup and drop-off.
“We were met direct from our cruise ship and the driver made contact before the departure time. We managed to leave early which allowed us to reach the toboggan before it got busy. Our driver/guide (Gil) was very friendly and knowledgeable, giving us lots of local information and stopping for some photos at some amazing locations. I would definitely recommend this experience.”
A hotel pickup Funchal tuk tuk tour with 4 viewpoints, including Barreirinha and São Baptista fortress, plus local stories from your guide.
“Ineas was brilliant and told us lots about Funchal and what there was to see. Very entertaining tour.”
Guided tour at H.M. Borges in Funchal, Madeira tastings with snacks and Max Römer artwork. Pick 2 to 6 pours.
“Really enjoyed our visit to HMBorges. Very knowledgeable and friendly guide Melissa. There is a tour of the historic building, a helpful description and guide to how Madeira wine is made and aged. Then a wine tasting at the end which was fun and we learnt about the different types. We happily bought a bottle to take home - no pressure to buy at all - but we thought it was delicious.”
2 days from Funchal with 16 guided stops across Madeira, from Cabo Girão sea cliff views to natural pools, Santana houses, and Pico Arieiro.
“I and my friends spend amazing time Lots of beautiful view and amazing experience Are Giude Paolo was Super and Helpful Explain everything- show as amazing places Drive Safely and Explain all that Amazing places Safe for Kids and Adults High Recommended Both Side od Madera Was spend 2 Amazing Days with good and carried stuff. Definitely will Recommended Thank u we such much”
Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro with hotel pickup in Funchal, small-group shared transfer, and self-guided PR1 route to PR3 if needed.
“The easiest way to hike PR1! Pick up and drop off provided with enough time to complete the hike at a leisurely pace.”
Hike Pico Ruivo at sunrise from Achada do Teixeira, guided under the Milky Way with hotel pickup, tea, and a granola bar.
“Perfect trip to the peak, tour guide was excellent. He offered us a refund before we went up because he didn’t think we’d see the sunset but we went up anyway and did see it briefly as it was very cloudy that day but still a great experience”
8-hour East Madeira 4x4 tour with a local guide: early Pico do Arieiro views, Santana houses, rum stop, and Sao Lourenco rock formations.
“Thank-you Fabio we had an amazing time on the east side of Madeira, there are so many locations we went to and little stops to see parts of nature and our guide was very good at talking in fact I think he never stopped talking which was great we learnt so much! My favourite was the traditional houses in Santana and how they are used (such an amazing family to maintain use of these and allow us to visit) lunch was amazing with exceptional views and such lovely people and no tour is complete without a visit to a good poncha bar. Our guide was such a fabulous driver, not…”
A 2-hour guided tuk tuk ride through Funchal’s Old Town, ending at the Botanical Gardens with stunning plants and views.
“Our guide did an amazing job of showing us around town and allowing us the freedom to choose how we want to do the tour. I would definitely recommend this tour!”
West Madeira 4x4 tour from Funchal with a local guide, small group and off-road stops like Fanal, Porto Moniz pools, and Cabo Girão.
“This was a perfect introduction to the west side of the island. Had a great day with Tiago. He's very knowledgeable and passionate about his island. He was also flexible in anything else people wanted to see or do unlike the bigger tour companies that need to stick to the itinerary.”
Sunrise hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup, a pro mountain guide, and a Santana village stop in a small group.
“Had an amazing time! Pickup was on time and the guide was great! I’m a bit out of shape and it was a difficult climb for me, but the guide was very patient and stayed with me the whole way. So encouraging. I’m very grateful.”
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
