Madeira · WEST ISLAND 4X4: PORTO MONIZ & FANAL
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The west is the green, wild half of Madeira: the misty laurel trees of Fanal, the volcanic swimming pools at Porto Moniz, Seixal’s waterfall on the road. These are the best west-island 4x4 tours: what each stops for, how much time you get at the pools, current prices, and which run in an open-roof jeep.
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!”
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!”
Small-group Madeira west-to-north day trip with Fanal forest, Cabo Girão views, and Porto Moniz lava pools, with hotel pickup.
“You see a lot on a lot of short stops. In Porto Moniz, there was time for a swim. There are two lava made swimming pools, one for a few with all the services and the other is free with no service.”
Private full-day west Madeira tour from Funchal with Cabo Girao, local villages, scenic coastal roads, and Porto Moniz natural pools.
“Emannuel was an exceptional guide. He spoke perfect English and was very informative. Especially loved the Glass Walkway and the pools. Scenery was spectacular! Couldn't have asked for a more perfect day.”
Eight stops across Madeira’s west and north with viewpoint highs, volcanic pools, and small-group guiding, plus pickup from Funchal.
“An enjoyable day visiting the key sights on the west of the island. Gloria was an excellent and informative guide.”
Small-group West Madeira 4x4 from Funchal. Off-road routes, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz pools, Cabo Girão glass views. English.
“This was a perfect introduction to the west side of the island. Had a great day with Tiago. He's very knowledgeable and passionate about his island. He was also flexible in anything else people wanted to see or do unlike the bigger tour companies that need to stick to the itinerary.”
Private open-top 4x4 safari with hotel pickup, customizable stops, and off-road access on Madeira, including Porto Moniz or Sao Vicente Caves.
“We were thrilled with our private island tour by 4x4! Nicco was excellent for communicating and very responsive to our request's, to change starting time and when our cruise changed our arrival time in Funchal. Our driver was Diego, he was on time and gave us a good overview of our day and asked us at any point and time if we wanted to make changes he was there to accommodate us. He was very conscious of our time requirements and in providing plenty of time to meet our all aboard requirements. I would highly recommend this tour and this operator. Thank you Diego and Nico for a First Class…”
4x4 Madeira day covering Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Cabo Girão Skywalk with free pickup from Funchal
“Brilliant trip, good value for money and a great guide... he made the trip! Thoroughly recommend & will use again”
Amazing West full-day Jeep safari from Funchal with Cabo Girão, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz lava pools, Seixal black sand and off-road routes.
“Overall the trip was memorable and very fun. More information about the islands history would have been nice.”
A 6-7 hour West of Madeira tour from Funchal with photo stops from Camara de Lobos to Cabo Girao, Fanal, Porto Moniz, and Veu da Noiva.
“this port was cancelled from our island princess itinery...i am expecting a refund..please...i could not notify anyone from the ship...i had no phone or internet service....”
Private 4x4 Madeira day, east or west with a guide: Cabo Girão, Porto Moniz pools, Pico do Arieiro, Santana and Ponta de São Lourenço.
“Gilberto is the best to ever do it. Amazing experience with an extremely knowledgeable local! He knew every turn in the road and every local oasis to share with us first timers to the island”
Full-day 4x4 tour from Funchal to Madeira’s north: rough dirt roads, Fanal, Ribeira da Janela views, and volcanic pools at Porto Moniz.
“We had a great day out, Miguel (tattoo) guy was a great host. He told us lots of interesting things about Madeira and showed us where you can have a nice poncha. I would highly recommend this tour.”
Madeira’s Farowest 4x4 safari from Funchal or Caniço: Porto Moniz sea pools, a levada walk, and big views on a small-group day.
“Foi um dia inesquecível e aventureiro. Ricardo foi um grande guia. Só o podemos recomendar. Muito obrigado!”
Funchal 4WD jeep day: Cabo Girão, Seixal black-sand beach, Porto Moniz pools, Ribeira da Janela, Fanal forest and Ponta do Sol.
“Antonio took us to nice places listening to our wishes and considering that we were with a child. The off-road trip and the swimming spots were excellent, also the visits to Canal forest, with good indications and timelines. The trip is worth it for money. You save plenty of stress.”
