4x4 Jeep Tour to East & Northeast of Madeira
By Nature Connection Tours · listed in 4x4 jeep tours of east Madeira
I'd choose this if you're staying in Funchal and want time to walk. The shared departure has a limit of 8 people. Pickup only covers hotels and holiday rentals in Funchal.
You climb to Paredão and Pico do Arieiro before Ribeiro Frio. There's a levada walk there. The Santana stop allows two hours for the houses and lunch. The day continues to Guindaste and Porto da Cruz before Ponta de São Lourenço.
The guide and hotel pickup are included. Lunch and alcoholic drinks cost extra. Entry to the Balcões walk is extra too. Look elsewhere if you get travel sick or need to keep the same seat.
- Trip type
- Shared tour with stops
- Duration
- 7 hours to 8 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 8 people
- Price
- from €69 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 5.00/5 from 129 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 11 reviews
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Pickup only covers hotels and holiday rentals in Funchal.
- You'll swap seats every few stops. This trip isn't recommended if you get travel sick.
- You need moderate fitness.
- Each booking needs someone aged 11 or over. You can add up to two children aged 1 to 10.
- Book at least 24 hours before departure.
- Give this one a miss if you're pregnant, or if you have a back or spine injury or a heart condition.
- At least one adult (11+) per booking, up to 8 people per booking.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | What it is | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4x4 Jeep Tour to East & Northeast of Madeira | Pickup included | €69 per adult | English, Spanish, Portuguese |
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Programme
- Stop at Paredão viewpoint for about 15 minutes
- Stop at Pico do Arieiro for about 30 minutes
- Spend about two hours at Ribeiro Frio with time for a levada walk
- Pass through Faial on the drive off-road towards Santana
- Stop around Santana during the drive off-road, about 30 minutes
- Visit Santana's houses with a lunch stop, about two hours
- Stop at Guindaste viewpoint for about 30 minutes
- Visit the rum factory in Porto da Cruz, about one hour
- Stop at Ponta de São Lourenço for about 15 minutes
- Return to your accommodation in Funchal
What the operator writes about each stop
- Miradouros Do Paredao
Scenic drive up to the centre of the island and wonderful viewpoint where you will be able to see famous Nun's Valley from the top.
- Pico do Arieiro
Pico do Areeiro, the third-highest point on the island of Madeira, is located at an altitude of 1,818 metres. From this elevated spot, the ample view allows observers to extend their gaze over the unique grandeurs of Madeira's Mountainous Massif, with the Atlantic Ocean in the background. Besides the wide view over the central mountain range, from Pico do Areeiro you can also see Ponta de São Lourenço, Curral das Freiras and, on clear days, the island of Porto Santo.
- Ribeiro Frio
After exploring Pico do Arieiro, we are ready to start the journey towards the north of the island. Descending to the small village of Ribeiro Frio where we will have the opportunity of going for a easy Levada walk in the middle of the Laurissilva Forest this trail will be an opportunity to come across indigenous and endemic species, offering different shades of green to the Laurissilva forest.
- Faial
Off road adventure in one of the Old Royal paths that connects Faial to Santana in the heart of our unique Laurisilva forest
- Santana
In Santana we will visit some hidden gens with stunning views over the Northeast coast trough some fantastic off road paths
- Santana
One of the most visit areas in Madeira where you can see and enter the iconic traditional triangular Madeira houses and we them will stop for lunch (optional extra - not included in the price ).
- Miradouro do guindaste
From Santana we will head to Faial where we will stop to visit the Guindaste sky-glass viewpoint, this place offers a breath taking view over the north coast of Madeira. where we can contemplate the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean that bathes the island.
- Porto da Cruz
Porto da cruz where you will have opportunity to visit the rum factory and enjoy some of the local produce rums or our famous poncha. (Drinks not included - optional)
- Ponta de Sao Lourenco
To finish the day we will visit the most southern east part of Madeira, fantastic place, so different of the rest of the island.
- Funchal
From a day full of emotions and collectable moments we will return back to Funchal to your hotel or accommodation
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Live Commentary on Board
- Local Drive/Guide
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
- Insurance
Paid separately
- Alcoholic beverages
- Entry fee for Balcões Levada Walk not included
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup or meet at the start point. Pickup 30 minutes before departure. 107 pickup points listed by the operator.
We offer complementary pickups in all hotels and holidays rentals in Funchal areas only. We don’t offer pickups outside of Funchal areas
You come back to the same place.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: daily, at 09:00. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 1 day ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip. The trip can also be cancelled if too few people book.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not recommended for travelers with motion sickness. During shared tours, participants are asked to rotate seats every few stops, which may not be suitable for everyone. If this is a concern, a private tour would be a better option. Please contact us to inquire about availability for private tours.
- Child rate: ages 1 to 10
- Adult rate: ages 11 to 85
Ratings by source
5.00/5 from 129 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 11 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 11 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 5.0 | 118 | 118 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Nature Connection Tours's own words, from the Viator listing.
Join us on a unique journey through the Northeast and East of Madeira Island aboard one of our comfortable 4x4 Jeeps.
With small groups only, we ensure a more exclusive and tailored experience based on your preferences.
This 4×4 tour truly has it all adventure, moments of excitement, cultural insights, unexpected highlights, and some of the most scenic landscapes on the island.
Alternatives in the same collection
- East Madeira 4x4 Jeep Tour with Local Guide€20 dearer · 1 hour longer · 6 people at most · from €89 per adult
- Arieiro Peak, Santana & Ponta São Lourenço in Open Roof 4X4 Tour€2 cheaper · 30 minutes longer · 50 people at most · from €67 per adult
- Safari 4x4 Pico Arieiro Santana in Small Group "FlowerEAST"€4 cheaper · from €65 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Every detail on this page comes from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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