Madeira · TOUR REVIEWS
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Every tour on this site, one page, best first. These are the 15 bookings that stand out across the whole island right now: what each one costs, how long it runs, and why it earns its place. The full catalogue sits underneath if none of them fits your trip.
Open-roof 4x4 day trip from Funchal to Fanal, Porto Moniz pools, Cabo Girão skywalk, and Seixal black sand beach.
“Jazz was sensational guide. Kept us on time, gave us fun insights, great music. He’s an amazing singer, btw! 😇 stopped at some great spots, got us in front of crowds effortlessly. Great tour of Madeira West. I would recommend any day!”
Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro toward Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup in Funchal/Caniço, a self-guided route, and mountain views.
“We were really lucky with the weather. We only hiked part of the PR1 (as the rest of it is shut). It was quite busy with lots of tourists. The PR3 trail we went on after was much quieter and the scenery was beautiful. Watching the sunrise at pick do ariero was amazing, good transport and all in all lovely trip that was worth the money.”
East Madeira in a small group: Pico Arieiro views, UNESCO Laurisilva levada walk, Santana houses, glass walkways, rum, and sea cliffs.
“Our experience in Madeira was made truly exceptional thanks to our guide, Victor. He was always punctual and consistently went out of his way to make us feel comfortable and engaged, encouraging us to ask questions and thoughtfully explaining every detail along the way. His knowledge and enthusiasm really enhanced our understanding of the island. Victor also made sure we were well taken care of beyond the tour itself, taking us close to several excellent restaurants so we could easily choose where to dine. He was always accessible and responsive, which gave us great peace of mind throughout our time there. We highly recommend Victor to anyone visiting Madeira —…”
Eco catamaran whale watching from Funchal with land spotters, quiet hybrid-electric cruising, and coastline stops like Cabo Girão.
“The price was reasonable, and we got to see a group of pilot whales up close. The itinerary was well-planned and comfortable; after the whale watching, we also enjoyed views of Madeira's coastline and Madeira Airport from the sea. Our whole family was very happy.”
Luxury whale and dolphin cruise from Funchal on a small catamaran, with drinks, snacks, and a swim/snorkel stop at Cabo Girao.
“Saw some pilot whales. It was relaxing and beautiful and the crew was awesome. I’d be happy to go again!”
Hike Madeira’s highest peaks from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with self-guided trails and a convenient hotel transfer from Funchal.
“Great experience and great insight into Madeira culture and ways from Phillip, the guide on the way there and back.”
2.5-hour Madeira yacht tour from Calheta: small-group dolphin and possible whale spotting, warm-water snorkeling, drinks, and big Atlantic views.
“Great crew. Fun educational moments for kids. A chance to jump off and swim and even a dolphin pod sighting! The staff at the front office (and throughout) were kind and throughough! We were well taken care of and it felt like VIP service, but genuine.”
West Madeira jeep safari from Funchal: Fanal mist forest, Porto Moniz natural pools swim, Seixal beach, and Cabo Girão glass views.
“Excellent day out, really pleased we chose this tour! Ivan, our driver, was excellent and very knowledgeable about the areas visited. We thoroughly enjoyed seeing parts of the island we hadn't visited before and would definitely recommend this tour!”
4x4 Jeep day from Funchal across west and north Madeira, with off-road shortcuts and included swims at Porto Moniz natural pools.
“What an amazing and efficient way to see the whole west side of the island! They take you to every main stop and breakfast/ lunch breaks inbetween with some puncho and wine tasting to top it off!”
A small-group 4x4 jeep safari from Funchal through Pico do Arieiro, Santana, and eastern Atlantic viewpoints.
“The jeep tour of Madeira's East with Safari Madeira was very enjoyable. Our guide was friendly, knowledgeable, fluent in German and English, and he kept our small group pleasantly engaged and entertained throughout. The stops were well worth visiting (although Santana, perhaps, is not all that interesting). Fantastic scenery, some adventurous roads through the forests (narrow and muddy, but not scary if you suffer from vertigo). The jeep was more comfortable than the Land Rovers that are often used for such safaris, and it safely and comfortably brought us to a waterfall hidden in a forest, as well as up and down some rural paths that a mini van would…”
Two-day small-group Madeira tour from Funchal with pickup, Cabo Girão glass views, natural pools, Pico do Arieiro, and lots of photo stops.
“Renato made our short stay in Madeira spectacular! His fun stories and pointing out all the plants made the trip very special! Also we loved that we could go around by ourselves in the viewpoints or just stay an enjoy our time in a cafe. Thank you so much for the tour!”
A smooth shared van to the PR8 Vereda da Ponta São Lourenço trail, then a self-guided coastal hike with big north-south views.
“Amazing, Felipe was the best guide/driver I’ve ever had on a hiking tour! Super friendly. Learned lots about Madeira from him and he gave some great recommendations for food and things to do. In terms of the transfers, everything was timely, and the communication was great! Wasn’t rushed at all and got to experience the hike fully. Even had time to explore some of the side paths.”
Hop on and hop off Funchal with 24 or 48 hours of unlimited rides, audio in 14 languages, wine tasting, and a night tour.
“Highly recommend. It was a very fun day out !! I’m from Madeira but I live in the UK and I was showing my boyfriend around and it was awesome to see such great things. There are two routes to take if you get the 48hr ticket but only one fought for the 24hr ticket. This was enough for us. The busses came regularly so we hardly waited around. Definitely fun to Jam Pack your day.”
Hassle-free transfer and self-guided PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde in Madeira: tunnels, waterfalls, UNESCO forest views, small group.
“Great day out. Less crowded than other hikes and a perfect distance to stretch the legs. Scenery is beautiful. Thanks to Vitor for the ride in and out”
Beginner-friendly Madeira canyoning with abseils, jumps and slides through a waterfall gorge. Safety-first guides, gear, photos.
“Had an amazing day! Sergio and Bernas the best guides ever!”
