West Madeira 4x4 Tour with Local Guide
By Hit The Road Madeira · listed in 4x4 jeep tours of west Madeira
I'd pay the higher price here for the smaller group. The shared trip takes up to 6 people. It runs from Monday to Saturday with an English-speaking guide.
The day starts with a stroll by the pier in Ponta do Sol. You have 45 minutes in Fanal and two hours in Porto Moniz. There's also a stop at the rock pools at Poças das Lesmas. Cabo Girão gets about 20 minutes.
A driver-guide and pickup from Funchal accommodation are included. Food and drinks cost extra. So do entrance fees. Look elsewhere if you need pickup at the port.
- Trip type
- Shared tour with stops
- Departure
- Porto MonizMeeting point and check-in below
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 6 people
- Price
- from €89 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.97/5 from 172 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 7 reviews
- Languages
- English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Children must be at least five.
- You need moderate fitness.
- Pickup only covers Funchal accommodation. There is no pickup at the port or outside Funchal.
- Food and drinks aren't included. Entrance fees cost extra.
- Mention any dietary needs when booking.
- Give this one a miss if you have a back or spine injury or a heart condition.
- Up to 6 people per booking.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Walk around the pier in Ponta do Sol, about 30 minutes
- Drive past Cascata dos Anjos
- Visit Fanal for about 45 minutes
- Stop at Poças das Lesmas for about 20 minutes
- Time for lunch or a swim in Porto Moniz, about two hours
- Stop at Cabo Girão for about 20 minutes
What the operator writes about each stop
- Ponta Do Sol
First stop, we have a stroll around the pier, enjoy the sights and perhaps a coffee before moving on
- Cascata dos Anjos
The famous natural “car wash” waterfall
- Posto Florestal Fanal
The mystic Fanal Forest, one of Madeira’s most famous areas.
- Poca Das Lesmas
We keep discovering the North West Coast through Seixal to São Vicente
- Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
Here we stop for Lunch and a swim at the natural pools
- Cabo Girao
The highest sea cliff in Europe, our favourite glass floored platform!
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- 4x4 off-road vehicle
- Guided visits and scenic stops
- Local driver-guide
Paid separately
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees (if applicable)
- Personal expenses
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup included. 108 pickup points listed by the operator.
We pick up free of charge all hotels and holiday rentals in the Funchal area. We do not offer pickups outside of Funchal. We do not pick up at the Funchal Port.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, at 08:30. Check your date when you book.
Instant confirmation. Book at least 4 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
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Minimum age is 5 years
- Adult rate: ages 5 to 119
Ratings by source
4.97/5 from 172 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 7 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 7 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 5.0 | 165 | 160 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Hit The Road Madeira's own words, from the Viator listing.
Discover the rugged west side of Madeira on a scenic and off-road adventure. Visit the island’s most dramatic coastal views, from the black sand beaches of Seixal to the volcanic pools of Porto Moniz. Drive through charming villages and lush valleys as your local guide reveals the island’s hidden corners and stories. This tour blends stunning nature, local culture, and adventure in one unforgettable day.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest€34 cheaper · 1 hour shorter · 12 people at most · from €55 per adult
- Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4€20 cheaper · 30 minutes shorter · 15 people at most · from €69 per adult
- 4x4 Jeep Tour to the West & Northwest of Madeira€20 cheaper · 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.
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