Private Madeira dramatic west coast tour with lunch in Porto Moniz
Excursions & day trips

Private Madeira dramatic west coast tour with lunch in Porto Moniz

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£118.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's an action-packed day filled with Maderia's natural beauty and cliff-top views aplenty
  • You'll head to the 580-metre-tall Cabo Girao Cliff and take a brave step onto its glass skywalk
  • There are natural lava rock pools to see in Porto Moniz before lunch at a family-run restaurant
  • You'll look out at an epic slab of wilderness from the 1,500-metre-high Paúl da Serra plateau
  • Your local guide is an expert on the beautiful landscapes of Madeira
What to expect

Madeira's magnificent scenery takes centre stage on this full day tour. You'll visit a selection of highlights including Cabo Girao Cliff and it's glass-floored platform, Porto Moniz and Paúl da Serra. Mariana, one of our expert local guides, says "you'll get to know the true drama of Madeira's landscapes. You might be lucky enough to see the ocean both to the north and the south, but the highest points on the island do sometimes catch the clouds."

Your first destination will be the Cabao Girao Cliff, where you can step out onto its glass-floored platform that stretches out over the edge. The coastal views here are some of the best around, so don't forget your camera. Mariana adds, "the cliff is around 580 metres high, making it one of the tallest in Europe. The views from the skywalk are really something else, and its experience that'll stick with you." Then, you'll head to the coastal town of Riberia Brava, before a stroll through a banana plantation in Madalena do Mar.

Next, we'll head up the 1,500m-high Paúl da Serra plateau before descending on Porto Moniz, famous for its natural lava rock swimming pools. A typical lunch freshly prepared with local produce awaits in the village. Rounding off the day is a poncha drink demonstration and tasting in Câmara de Lobos – a favourite holiday spot of Winston Churchill. Mariana says "be careful – poncha is so fruity and refreshing, but it hides a serious brandy kick."

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What's included
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  • check Guide
  • check Water
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What to remember
  • As this is a private tour, you are in control. We offer a full-day itinerary which can be enjoyed at your own pace
  • Occasional late itinerary changes may be necessary for operational reasons
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring warm clothes
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

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  • Familie Lehmann

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    45 - 54 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Es war ein super Tagesausflug mit tollen Highlight ‚s sowie einer sehr kompetenten Reiseleiterin, die uns mit allen Informationen und Insiderwissen ...

  • Miriam

    From United States of America - August 2023

    Travelled with family

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

  • Jack

    From United States of America - April 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    35 - 44 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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  • Nadine

    From United States of America - February 2023

    Travelled as a couple

     

    18 - 24 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

    Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Ausflug mit Linda und Marcelho. Die beiden haben uns an einem Tag sehr viel von Madeira gezeigt und erzählt und sind in ...

  • Beate

    From Germany - April 2022

    Travelled as a couple

     

    25 - 34 years old

    Excellent

    Overall rated

    5/5

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