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Porto Moniz - Private Full-Day - Safari 4x4 Tour - NorthWest

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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

The West tour takes you to the lush northwest, full of cliffs, valleys, forests, mountains, waterfalls and cows! Always far from the beaten track.

So many experiences, in just one day. Levada walk, swimming, and incredible landscapes.

Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history.

I have the BEST vehicle for that, an UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions) and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see!

So, join me and let´s have fun together, exploring without stress, no Rush… as friends, fleeing the Tourist Traps and Crowds.

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional).

We will stop 2 hours in Porto Moniz for lunch & swim (Natural Pools)

I will do my best to provide you a unique experience that you will never forget!

Jeep capacity: 8 seats (7 Clients + Driver - Me)

What's Included

  • Private transportation
  • Lunch Lunch not included – Opcional - 17,00€
  • Entrance to Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools (3€)
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pick-up and drop-off at hotels & Apartments in Funchal is free Extra cost outside Funchal: I can provide private transfer If you don´t need my private transfer, meeting point at Praia Formosa in Funchal - Free Parking

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9000-250 Funchal
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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

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What To Expect

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Funchal

Your private tour begins with the transfer from your accommodation in my UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions).Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history.You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari-style tour, going to places that you just have to see!We`ll take you off the beaten track, whenever possible, through old roads & off-road, in really remote places, hidden valleys and villages lost in the mountains, therefore it takes some time to get to each point of interest.Along our route we will stop at all the good photo opportunities, on an exciting open jeep ride, enjoying various experiences, awakening all your senses.At the end of the tour you will want to return and stay longer on my paradise :)
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5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Campanario

You will have the opportunity of riding in a very relaxed safari tour, whenever possible, through old roads & off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, always far from the beaten track.The morning is usually spent exploring the southwestern coastline around the areas of Ribeira Brava and the picturesque village of Ponta do Sol.We are going to travel through the old roads, close to the amazing southwestern cliffs until we start climbing from sea level to about 1500m on Paul da SerraStopping in all the good photo opportunities, always in relaxed atmosphere, far from the beaten track.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ribeira Brava

Along the way you will enjoy spectacular views from an open-top army jeep, always far away from the crowds and tasteless impersonal tours.You will be able to contemplate Ribeira Brava from a different perspective, always far from the beaten track.We will pass through the village stopping several times for photos and explanations
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Madeira (pass by)

We will cross Tabua & Lugar de Baixo. Along the way we will make stops for photos & Explanations, far from the beaten track.
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Ponta Do Sol

We will keep stopping in all the good photo opportunities, in a thrilling open top jeep ride, standing up when possible, learning about our island fauna, flora and social life!We will make a stop for coffee in a local barAfter coffee, we start “climbing” almost from sea level to 1500m altitude, up the old roads and off-road, all done in a very calm, safe and relaxed way, to one of the west tour’s main attraction, the plateau, Paul Da Serra, where we can see the wildlife co-habiting with cattle grazing quietly
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25 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Paúl da Serra chapel

If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (optional) in Paul da Serra. FlexibleOr make a walk at Fanal Forest
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40 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Paul da Serra

We will have to cross the only plateau in Madeira, called “Madeiran tundra” direction Porto Moniz and If the weather is good we will spend a fair amount of time up here taking in the unbelievable views from above the volcanic valleys, formed during the 3rd phase of eruptions that created Madeira island.We will take about 45 minutes to cross the plateau.We will make several stops for photos
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Posto Florestal Fanal

We can make a walk at Fanal Forest
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro Ribeira da Janela

Amazing view to Seixal, São Vicente, Ponta Delgada and São Jorge
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mirador Ilheus Da Ribeira Da Janela

Stop for photos
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Porto Moniz (pass by)

For lunch, we will stop in Porto Moniz, where we can take a swim in the in the famous natural volcanic swimming pools of Porto Moniz or simply explore the Village(Lunch – optional extra, not included in price and highly recommended)After lunch & refreshing swim we will in the afternoon come back, not by the same roads on the mountain, but crossing all the north coast villages, as Ribeira da Janela as Seixal and São Vicente, by the beautiful waterfalls who drop from this dazzling cliffs all the way to the sea
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Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

We will stop in Porto Moniz, where we can take a swim in the famous natural volcanic swimming pools of Porto Moniz or simply explore the Village.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Seixal

We will make several stops for photos
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Praia Do Seixal

Stop for photos or swim
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Sao Vicente

We will stop at several places to contemplate the waterfalls.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Serra de Agua

We will finish up with the perfect ending, our famous freshly homemade Poncha drink !This trip is highly improvised because of the dramatic nature of the terrain and climate, making it a real adventure every time!Great for families, nature lovers and those who like being away from the crowds.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
  • We will go up to 1500 meters high and to the north coast of the island, so it can be hot or cooler. Important to bring a jacket if necessary - dress appropriately
  • We will stop 2 hours in Porto Moniz, where we will lunch & swim in the famous vulcanic swimming pools or simply explore the Village. Flexible

Frequently Asked Questions (9)

Q: Will I get seasick on Porto Moniz – Private Full-Day – Safari 4×4 Tour – NorthWest?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-270718P1

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What's Included

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  • Private transportation
  • LunchLunch not included – Opcional - 17,00€
  • Entrance to Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools (3€)

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Minimum age 5 years
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please provide any specific food requirements when booking
  • A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
  • We will go up to 1500 meters high and to the north coast of the island, so it can be hot or cooler. Important to bring a jacket if necessary - dress appropriately
  • We will stop 2 hours in Porto Moniz, where we will lunch & swim in the famous vulcanic swimming pools or simply explore the Village. Flexible
  • Must bring a bathing suit and beach towel
  • If the weather permits, we will walk in a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes or at Fanal Forest(optional).
  • On the day, who are staying in Funchal, Garajau or Caniço, can change the tour to: SouthWest, NorthEast or SouthEast
  • ​​I have the BEST vehicle to explore the island, an UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions), and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see!

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