West Madeira 4x4 Adventure,Porto Moniz,Mistic Forest , views .&
By Ricardo Off Road Madeira · listed in 4x4 jeep tours of west Madeira
This is one for time at the pools and a levada walk. The shared departure takes up to 12 people. Hotel and port pickup in Funchal are included. Book at least 12 hours ahead.
Porto Moniz gets 125 minutes for lunch or a swim. The route also spends 90 minutes around São Vicente with a stop by a waterfall. A guide takes you along a levada on Paul da Serra. Fanal gets 20 minutes.
Lunch costs extra. Tell the team about any dietary needs when booking. Allow eight hours for the day. Ask about the return time because the duration details conflict between seven and eight hours.
- Trip type
- Shared tour with stops
- Departure
- Porto MonizMeeting point and check-in below
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 12 people
- Price
- from €60 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.97/5 from 72 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.8 from 5 reviews
- Languages
- English, French
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Bookings cover two to seven people aged five or over. The '2-3 people' option covers two or three.
- Plan for eight hours. Ask about the return time because the duration details disagree between seven and eight hours.
- Hotel and port pickup in Funchal are included. Meet the guide at the entrance.
- Lunch isn't included. Mention any dietary needs when booking.
- Bring swimwear and a towel if you want to swim.
- 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 (5+) per booking, up to 12 people per booking.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | What it is | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2-3 people | Pickup included | €65 per adult | English, French |
| Full day West Adventure Tour in Madeira Portugal | Jeep tour Local guide Duration: 7 hours Not included Off-road including 4x4 Pickup included | €60 per adult | English, French |
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Stop at a viewpoint above Ribeira Brava before driving onwards, about 70 minutes
- Pass through Ponta do Sol on roads and off-road tracks, about 60 minutes
- Time for lunch or a swim in Porto Moniz before driving onwards, about 125 minutes
- Walk a levada before driving across Paul da Serra, about 90 minutes
- Visit the beach and pools near Poças das Lesmas before driving onwards, about 45 minutes
- Pass the waterfalls near São Vicente with a stop at one, about 90 minutes including driving
- Walk in Fanal for about 20 minutes
What the operator writes about each stop
- Ribeira Brava
We will stop at a View Point where you have a gorgeous view of Ribeira Brava and Campanario and then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off-roads. The ride will take around 40 minutes.
- Ponta Do Sol
We will drive trough Ponta do Sol and make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off-roads. The ride will take around 1 hour. We will also introduce you to some interesting facts of the local history and flora-fauna.
- Porto Moniz
This is where we usually visit one of the local restaurants for lunch. It is also an excellent chance to discover the Natural Swimming Pools of Porto Moniz. You may swim if you wish to do so. And then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off roads. The ride will take around 15 minutes.
- Levada do Paul da Serra
We will guide you through the local levada walk with amazing views and then we will make our way to our next stop through Paul da Serra at 1400 meters high, using less busy, narrow, and off roads. The ride will take around 60 minutes.
- Poca Das Lesmas
We will visit the natural volcanic black sand beach as well as the natural swimming pools in which you may swim if you wish to do so and then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off roads. The ride will take around 30 minutes.
- Sao Vicente
On our travel from Seixal to Sao Vicente we will pass by four gorgeous waterfalls, making a stop at one of them and then we will make our way to your hotel or port. The ride will take around 60 minutes.
- Posto Florestal Fanal
Beautiful and unique Forest Fanal . Where you will have the chance to walk and visit the centenary trees of this beautiful place.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off
- Tour Guide
Paid separately
- Lunch
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup included. 97 pickup points listed by the operator.
We will meet you in front of the entrance of your hotel. Please look for our logo stickers on our Jeep. Port pick-up: Look for the guide at the entrance holding a board with the customer's name written on it.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: daily, at 09:00. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 12 hours 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
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- For any food restriction (e.g, Allergy, vegan), kindly put them on the Special Request upon booking.
- Kindly bring your own swim wear and towels if you wish to swim
- Adult rate: ages 5 to 100
Ratings by source
4.97/5 from 72 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.8 from 5 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 4.8 | 5 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 5.0 | 67 | 66 | 1 | 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 Ricardo Off Road Madeira's own words, from the Viator listing.
Come and join the Marote Brothers, Ricardo, and Vitor on their Classic Jeeps, who have the passion and knowledge to offer safe guidance. We will visit the famous attractions and see the hidden treasures of the island through the eyes of a local. Our guide will provide you with some historical information and will introduce the flora then enjoy a freshly cooked meal, and of course, let's not forget about the traditional Poncha!
Are you ready for an adventure you will never forget? Please, do not hesitate to contact us and book your trip!
Alternatives in the same collection
- Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest€5 cheaper · 1 hour shorter · from €55 per adult
- Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4€9 dearer · 30 minutes shorter · 15 people at most · from €69 per adult
- 4x4 Jeep Tour to the West & Northwest of Madeira€9 dearer · 1 hour shorter · 8 people at most · from €69 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.
Report a mistake · How we choose tours
Bookings go through Viator. If you book through a link here, we earn a commission. It costs you nothing extra. How we earn.