Madeira: Sunny South Side - Cable Car Rancho, Pta Sol, Jardim Mar
Overview
Discover Madeira’s hidden coastal gems on a relaxed adventure along the island’s sunny southwest coast.
Start at Rancho Cable Car**, a hidden gem beneath Cabo Girão, where dramatic cliffs meet traditional farming terraces by the Atlantic.* Continue to Ribeira Brava for a local coffee and enjoy panoramic views from Miradouro São Sebastião.
Explore the laid-back surfer village of Paul do Mar, then wander the charming, flower-lined streets of Jardim do Mar. At Calheta Marina, enjoy lunch by the sea or relax on the beach.
Next, discover colourful Ponta do Sol, Madeira’s warmest spot, with time to explore and soak up its sunny atmosphere. Finally, finish with a traditional Poncha tasting at one of our favourite local bars in Quinta Grande before returning to Funchal.
**Cable car ride subject to weather and maintenance.
What's Included
- 1 coffee (bica or garoto).
- Cable Car Ride Rancho
- Insurance by local law.
- 1 local drink (Poncha, beer or soft drink like a Brisa Maracujá)
- Local Driver/Guide.
- Lunch
Meeting Location
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Fajã do Cabo Girão
30 minutes Admission Ticket Included
Ribeira Brava
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Paul do Mar
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Jardim do Mar
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Praia da Calheta
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Ponta Do Sol
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Quinta Grande
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours are allotted for the transportation.
- The Pickup time might vary depending on your pickup location. We will contact you to inform you before your tour starts.
- Times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Please be aware that the weather in Madeira is unpredictable, it has a sub tropical climate and can change unexpectedly during the day. That means sometimes paths or places are closed by the local authorities or it might be too dangerous to do the originally planned trip
- No children below 12 years old is allow in this tour
- PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR IF YOU HAVE TO FLY IN THE SAME DAY OR HAVE SUNSET OR ANOTHER EVENT AT 18.00 OR EARLIER.
- **Cable Car Ride depending on Weather or Maintenance
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 1 coffee (bica or garoto).
- Cable Car Ride Rancho.
- Insurance by local law.
- 1 local drink (Poncha, beer or soft drink like a Brisa Maracujá).
- Local Driver/Guide.
- Lunch.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12..
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 Madeira: Sunny South Side - Cable Car Rancho, Pta Sol, Jardim Mar is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira: Sunny South Side – Cable Car Rancho, Pta Sol, Jardim Mar 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
- 1 coffee (bica or garoto).
- Cable Car Ride Rancho
- Insurance by local law.
- 1 local drink (Poncha, beer or soft drink like a Brisa Maracujá)
- Local Driver/Guide.
- Lunch
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- The remaining hours are allotted for the transportation.
- The Pickup time might vary depending on your pickup location. We will contact you to inform you before your tour starts.
- Times are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and/or weather conditions.
- Please be aware that the weather in Madeira is unpredictable, it has a sub tropical climate and can change unexpectedly during the day. That means sometimes paths or places are closed by the local authorities or it might be too dangerous to do the originally planned trip
- No children below 12 years old is allow in this tour
- PLEASE DO NOT BOOK THIS TOUR IF YOU HAVE TO FLY IN THE SAME DAY OR HAVE SUNSET OR ANOTHER EVENT AT 18.00 OR EARLIER.
- **Cable Car Ride depending on Weather or Maintenance
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
