Madeira · PORTO DA CRUZ TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 8 porto da cruz tours worth a day of an island week, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
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”
2-hour surf lesson at Porto da Cruz in Madeira, black-sand beginner waves, small groups, certified coaching, gear included.
“Die Aktivität war okay. Leider wurde in der früh die Entscheidung getroffen, vom Strand mit Wellen zum Strand ohne Wellen zu wechseln. Als Begründung wurde die starke Strömung angeführt. Jedoch war hier der Hintergrund, dass es durch die Strömung wohl zu anstrengend gewesen wäre, den Unterricht durchzuführen. Lebensgefährdende Gründe wurden nicht angeführt. Surfen ohne Wellen macht nunmal keinen Spaß.”
Half-day transfer and self-guided hike from Porto da Cruz to Pico Ruivo or Levada do Caldeirão Verde, with hotel pickup.
“Easy pick up, great communication, super friendly and helpful! The hike was great and the transfer is really convenient. Would recommend :)”
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.”
Small-group Larano hike from Funchal to Porto da Cruz with levadas, coastal views, a certified guide, and a stop at Engenhos do Norte.
“We had booked to walk PR1 but unfortunately the route was closed due to the wildfires. We were offered a refund on our booking if we wanted but were very keen to hike whilst on Madeira. Nico offered us an alternative walk which was Larano - edge of paradise hike between Machico and Porto da Cruz and we were not disappointed. The hike was really beautiful and we were well guided by Benni who had knowledge of the island, landmarks, fruit, flowers and the local people of the area. It has been a pleasure to deal with Up Mountain Madeira from start to finish and we would certainly recommend them…”
6-hour guided hike from Caniçal to Porto da Cruz on Madeira’s north coast, with ocean cliffs, levadas, and vineyard village views.
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.
