NorthWest Landscapes, UNESCO & volcanic pools 4x4 experience
Overview
Enjoy the countryside off the beaten track in a open top 4x4 with our knowledgable, experienced and fun guides. We will show you the Northwestern side of Madeira, you will meet the local traditions, culture, history, "levadas", forest, fauna & flora, waterfalls, swim at the volcanic lava pools, local food, traditional drinks including the "poncha". On this experience you will have a 15 minutes easy walk at a levada, you will see the Fanal forest with the native trees "Ocotea foetens" )some of these are over 500 years old). On this tour we will pass at , Serra d'Água, Ginjas, Estanquinhos, Paúl da Serra, Fanal, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente.
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Funchal center
- Insurances & local taxes
- Lunch Lunch is optional
- Pick up outside of Funchal / Caniço extra fee
- €5.00 p/p - harbour / cruise port
- Cruise port, harbour
- São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Estreito Camara de Lobos, Calheta
- Caniçal, Porto da Cruz, Santana, Prazeres, Santo da Serra
- Machico, Santa Cruz, Ponta do Sol
Meeting and Pickup
What To Expect
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Ribeira Brava Beach (pass by)
Levada do Paul da Serra
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Vereda do Fanal
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Poca Das Lesmas
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the NorthWest Landscapes, UNESCO & volcanic pools 4×4 experience?
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Activity code: C-16813P40
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Funchal center.
- insurances & local taxes.
- Lunch. Lunch is optional.
- pick up outside of Funchal / Caniço extra fee.
- €5.00 p/p - harbour / cruise port.
- cruise port, harbour.
- São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Estreito Camara de Lobos, Calheta.
- Caniçal, Porto da Cruz, Santana, Prazeres, Santo da Serra.
- Machico, Santa Cruz, Ponta do Sol.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the NorthWest Landscapes, UNESCO & volcanic pools 4x4 experience is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off Funchal center
- Insurances & local taxes
- LunchLunch is optional
- Pick up outside of Funchal / Caniço extra fee
- €5.00 p/p - harbour / cruise port
- Cruise port, harbour
- São Vicente, Ponta Delgada, Estreito Camara de Lobos, Calheta
- Caniçal, Porto da Cruz, Santana, Prazeres, Santo da Serra
- Machico, Santa Cruz, Ponta do Sol
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
