West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island
By Madeira Tours by Diogo · listed in private tours of Madeira
Porto Moniz makes this worth considering if you want a swim on a private west coast tour. The route allows an hour at the natural pools. Take swimwear if you want to get in.
You also visit Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão. The north coast section includes São Vicente and Seixal. There is a lunch break along the way.
From €230 per group covers up to 4 people in a Mercedes Viano or Vito. For the seven-person option, agree the Mercedes Viano and Dacia arrangement before booking. Pickup beyond Funchal costs extra.
- Trip type
- Private tour with stops
- Duration
- 5 hours to 6 hours
- Listed group limit
- private, up to 4 or up to 7 by option
- Price
- from €230 per groupLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.97/5 from 312 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 60 reviews
- Languages
- Portuguese, English
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- The starting group price covers up to 4 people. Choose the seven-person option for a larger party.
- The seven-person option offers Mercedes Viano and Dacia transport. Agree the seating and vehicles for your party.
- Your booking needs approval after you send it. Diogo or another driver from his team may lead the tour.
- Pickup is included at Funchal hotels and the cruise terminal. Pickup elsewhere can be arranged for an extra fee.
- Agree the start time after booking. Entrance fees are paid separately.
- Infant seats are available. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
- The price is for the whole group, not per person.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | What it is | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Tour Max. 4 person | Private tour Lunch break & drink stops Mercedes Viano / Vito Maximum 4 people Pickup included | €230 per group | English, Portuguese |
| Full Day Tour Max. 7 person | Private Tour Lunch break & drink stops Mercedes Viano & Dacia Maximum 7 people Pickup included | €260 per group | English, Portuguese |
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Pickup at your agreed location.
- Câmara de Lobos bay, 30 minutes.
- Cabo Girão, 20 minutes. Admission costs extra.
- Ribeira Brava beach, 30 minutes.
- São Vicente, 60 minutes.
- Seixal, 10 minutes.
- Porto Moniz natural pools, 60 minutes. Admission is paid separately.
- The tour lasts 5 hours to 6 hours. A lunch break and drink stops are part of the programme.
What the operator writes about each stop
- Baia de Camara de Lobos
A typical Madeiran fishing village. Winston Churchill enjoyed painting landscapes here. Enjoy a morning coffee watching the fisherman with their days work.
- Cabo Girao
A 580m glass platform suspended on a sea cliff. Stunning coastal views. From March 2023 a €2 fee per person is charged here.
- Ribeira Brava Beach
A coastal municipality with a small river running through the centre towards the sea. Enjoy a stroll around this local area taking in the surroundings, you will find cafes, shops and a small market lining the sea front.
- Sao Vicente
Small coastal municipality on the nothern coast. Surrounded by lush mountainous forest valleys, you will find a very picturesque chruch here.
- Seixal
We will take the scenic route through the coastal roads of Seixal on our journey to Porto Moniz. Hopefully to see some of the roadside waterfalls.
- Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
The highlight of the trip; natural volcanic swimming pools. Bring along swimwear *Entry around €3. If not swimming, plenty of cafes for Sangria by the sea.
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Pickup only from Funchal area
Paid separately
- Entrance fees
- Entrance fees
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup included. 89 pickup points listed by the operator.
I pick up from all hotels in Funchal and from the cruise terminal. The start of the tour can be decided after booking, based on your preference or the cruise arrival time. *Pickup only from Funchal area. Pick up outside of Funchal area is extra fee, let's discuss this in a private message.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: daily, at 09:00. Check your date when you book.
The operator confirms after you book. 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 operator's conditions, as written
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Ratings by source
4.97/5 from 312 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 60 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 60 | 59 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 5.0 | 252 | 250 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Madeira Tours by Diogo's own words, from the Viator listing.
A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests. This private tour is a mix of everything - local areas, sightseeing, nature, swimming and so much more.
In the rare event that I'm fully booked, rest assured that my brother Ricardo and our team of professional drivers are ready to step in and ensure that your tour is nothing short of spectacular.
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Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Trip details come from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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