Madeira · MACHICO TOURS
The 6 best machico tours you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and how far it is from Funchal. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Ride a small boat from Machico with a marine biologist, spot wild whales and dolphins, and maybe swim if conditions allow.
“Great tour with very nice staff. Many detailed explanations. We spotted 3 different animal spices: Dolphins, bottle-nose dolphins and pilot whales :)”
Guided coastal hike from Machico to Porto da Cruz along Larano Cliff, with big ocean views, history stops, and Funchal pickup.
“Amazing cliff hike with incredible views. Very nice and helpful guide. My best hike in Madeira”
Walk the scenic Porto da Cruz to Machico trail with easy self-guided directions, reliable pickup, and WhatsApp support from Hugo in small group.
“It was really nice. The view is amazing, it’s an easy and enjoyable hike with beautiful scenery. Hugo, the driver, was super nice and made it possible for me to start before 2pm, which gave me more time afterward to relax and enjoy the island before my departure. He also provided lots of helpful information and instructions about both the hike and the island. Highly recommended—10 🌟 for everything”
Porto da Cruz to Machico: hike the Vereda do Larano with transfer, small-group pickup, and an in-person guide who sets you up with phone route maps.
“Beautiful route, Hugo was a great guide. Really appreciate that he didn’t rush us so we were able to enjoy the hike.”
Private half-day Levada hike from Caniçal to Machico area, with pickup, insurance, and an easy pace for photos and island stories.
“Levada dos Marocos and Canical (Marocos to Machico.) This is quite an easy 3 hour Levada walk which my wife and I did without a guide, it has very few dangerous drops to worry about but you always have to be careful of course, my wife who’s a little anxious found it a lovely experience. We took a taxi from Funchal (approx € 40) which drove us up to a cafe at the start of the walk where we had a morning coffee before setting off. Basically this is a pleasant meander through mountain village and farming life, lots of different plants, flowers and trees catch your eye along with…”
Hike the historic Vereda do Larano cliff path from Machico to Porto da Cruz for dramatic north coast views and a Boca do Risco stop.
Every kind of day on the island, and the best of each.
