West 4x4 Experience: Skywalk, Porto Moniz Pools and Fanal Forest
Overview
Embark from Funchal to the enchanting landscapes of Madeira’s North Coast. Discover São Vicente’s waterfall, resembling a delicate bridal veil, and explore Seixal, home to a stunning black volcanic beach ranked among Europe’s best. Continue to Chão da Ribeira, surrounded by lush green valleys and traditional agricultural landscapes.
Journey to Porto Moniz and its unique volcanic pools before venturing into Fanal, an ancient Laurissilva Forest filled with twisted, moss-covered trees. Cross Paúl da Serra, Madeira’s vast highland plateau at 1,400 metres, with breathtaking views over the Atlantic and sea of clouds. Then enjoy an exhilarating off-road descent through the island’s untamed terrain before reaching Ponta do Sol, where spectacular coastal views provide the perfect finale to your adventure.
What's Included
- Safety Instructions and First aid
- Free pickup and drop-off from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port
- Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
- Local taxes
- All insurances according to the Portuguese Law
- Professional local guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance to Cabo Girão (5€)
- Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee
Meeting and Pickup
FREE pickup (Funchal´s central area 8:45-9:00 - Funchal´s Port 8:40-8:50)
What To Expect
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Sao Vicente Caves (pass by)
Miradouro do Veu da Noiva
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Caminho do Chão da Ribeira
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
1 hour 15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Cabo Girao
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Vereda do Fanal
20 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Pick-ups and drop-offs outside Funchal´s central area have an extra fee
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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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).
- Safety Instructions and First aid.
- Free pickup and drop-off from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port.
- Vehicles sanitized with Ozone.
- Local taxes.
- All insurances according to the Portuguese Law.
- Professional local guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Entrance to Cabo Girão (5€).
- Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee.
The minimum age to participate is 3. 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 West 4x4 Experience: Skywalk, Porto Moniz Pools and Fanal Forest is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for West 4×4 Experience: Skywalk, Porto Moniz Pools and Fanal Forest will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
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
- Safety Instructions and First aid
- Free pickup and drop-off from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port
- Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
- Local taxes
- All insurances according to the Portuguese Law
- Professional local guide
- Food and drinks
- Entrance to Cabo Girão (5€)
- Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Pick-ups and drop-offs outside Funchal´s central area have an extra fee
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
