Madeira · JEEP SAFARIS FROM FUNCHAL
The 4x4 day is how most people see the half of Madeira the coach roads miss. These 15 differ on route, roof and group size: which cross the Paul da Serra, which stop at Fanal, which put six people in a Defender rather than sixteen in a minibus, and what each one charges.
Open-roof 4x4 tour from Funchal to Porto Moniz pools, Cabo Girão skywalk and Fanal Forest, with guide and Wi-Fi.
“Hold into your hats and be ready to experience full on 4WD!!! Saw a lot of Madeira I wouldn't have!! Including the suicidal geckos!!”
Full-day West Madeira jeep safari with hotel pickup, off-road stops, Cabo Girão views, and a swim in Porto Moniz natural pools.
“The whole day out was great. Our guide, Roberto, was extremely good at describing everything in detail from historical to botanical. Well worth doing, highly recommended. Thanks Roberto!!”
Full-day Madeira 4x4 Jeep tour with off-road shortcuts, scenic west and north stops, plus swims at Porto Moniz and Seixal.
“It’s not for the weak! Very bumpy ride down single lane roads and paths! But we had a lot of fun! Justin was a great driver!”
4x4 jeep safari in Madeira’s east: Pico do Arieiro views, levada walk, Santana thatched houses, rum tasting, hotel pickup.
“We had a short stay in Madeira, and choosing this tour was one of the best decisions we made to explore the eastern part of the island. Pedro, our tour guide, was not only an excellent driver but also a fantastic guide. Driving on Madeira's roads can be challenging, so having a knowledgeable local guide made the experience both enjoyable and stress-free. Pedro shared so much about the island and its culture, giving us a deeper understanding of life in Madeira. The tour schedule was well-planned, offering a perfect balance of sightseeing, off-road adventures, hiking, and even rum tasting. We thoroughly enjoyed every part of the tour and highly recommend…”
Half-day Funchal 4x4 adventure to Cabo Girão skywalk and a São Vicente vineyard tasting of Madeira wine, with pickup included.
“Our guide Jose (Dinarte) provided the most excellent experience! Highly recommend this amazing tour. We had the best day!”
Half-day open-top Madeira village safari from Funchal with Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, and Nun’s Valley viewpoints plus short off-road tracks.
“What an excellent trip today, John, our driver, was very informative. Would i us him again, most definitely.”
Open-roof 4x4 tour of Madeira’s east, with Wi-Fi, guided stops at Arieiro, Santana, Ponta de São Lourenço, plus a short levada walk.
“Wonderful day. Met 2 minutes from the apartment I was staying out with easy instruction on where to meet my guide who arrived on time. I think our guides name was Luis and he was really good and looked after everyone on the trip, he gave us clear instruction on where we were and what to see and with a little levada walk thrown in it really did make the day enjoyable, it was also fantastic to meet the other people on the tour from Germany and France and a couple of fellow Brits. Luis is a fab driver and we got to see so much unfortunately the weather had…”
Ride a small-group open-roof 4x4 to Madeira’s Cabo Girão Skywalk, then hit scenic viewpoints with hotel pickup and guided wine tasting.
“Skywalk disappointing , stopped to watch a man making poncha which was ok. Stopped a couple of times to be informed about local plant life. Wine tasting compared to numerous others we have done was poor.”
Funchal 4x4 wine tasting day with Skywalk at Cabo Girão, vineyard stops, Madeira tastings, and hotel pickup for a value-packed 7.5 hours.
“Absolutely LOVED this tour! Ruben (I'm pretty sure that was our guide's name) and team were hilarious. We had such an amazing day! Would recommend to anybody. I thought the wine at the first vineyard wasn't quite to my taste and the tour guide could have been a bit more upbeat/friendly. But the guide at the second venue (fortified wine at Henriques) was awesome. The place we went to for lunch was also incredible. Often tours take us to relatively rubbish places, but lunch was really high quality! BRING A JACKET - it can get a bit breezy in the jeep.”
West Madeira 4x4 tour from Funchal with a local guide, small group of six, off-road stops at Fanal, Porto Moniz, Cabo Girao.
“Great opportunity to see much of the island. We spent alot of time along the coast enjoying the sun and the views.”
Private 4x4 full-day Madeira tour from Funchal with guide, hotel pickup, flexible stops, and epic viewpoints in about 8 hours.
“An extremely good full day tour thanks to Hugo's friendliness and humour. We could not have expected anything better.”
Private Madeira 4x4 off-road day with pickup, flexible route and possible Porto Moniz pools, led by local guides. Up to 3.
“Unforgettable from start to finish! Our guide, John, made this private off-road tour one of the absolute highlights of our time in Madeira. He was enthusiastic, entertaining, and incredibly friendly — the kind of person who instantly makes you feel like you’re exploring the island with a longtime friend. John took us through some amazing off-the-beaten-path locations that we would’ve never discovered on our own. The views were breathtaking, the ride was exhilarating, and the experience felt completely tailored to us. He even went above and beyond by arranging a lunch reservation so my wife and I could celebrate our anniversary with a stunning view of the natural pools. It…”
Private 4x4 jeep safari from Funchal with hotel pickup, English guide, and flexible stops like Porto Moniz pools or São Vicente caves.
“Nick was extremely knowledgeable and fun. It started out raining but he was so positive and was up to take us wherever we wanted and it cleared up and we had an amazing time. He brought the island to life letting us know the history and best spots and ended up tasting the island drink Poncha. Would highly recommend this tour”
Madeira 4WD jeep tour with Cabo Girao skywalk, Seixal black sand, Porto Moniz pools, and Fanal forest, ending in Funchal.
“The Jeep tour was absolutely fantastic – a perfect mix of nature, adventure, and local insight. Our guide was super friendly, funny, and shared lots of interesting stories about Madeira. The off-road parts through the mountains were a real highlight – you get to see places that are impossible to reach with a regular car. The stops were well chosen: stunning viewpoints, charming villages, waterfalls, and even a cozy local café. The western landscapes are breathtaking – from lush green valleys to the wild coastline of Porto Moniz. I highly recommend this tour to anyone who wants to truly experience Madeira, not just see it. Comfortable Jeeps, great atmosphere, and…”
Full-day Madeira 4x4 tour with Porto Moniz lava pools, Fanal forest, and the Cabo Girão Skywalk glass floor views.
“Fantastic day out and great value for money. Our driver, Rui, was extremely knowledgable and a skilful driver. Fun day and definitely recommended”
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