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Full-Day Tour: Santana Houses, Pico do Arieiro, Free Rum Tasting
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Important Information
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Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
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Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Não é permitido crianças com idade a inferior a 10 anos
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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This is more than just a sightseeing tour — it’s a fully immersive journey through Madeira’s wild heart. While other companies follow the same routes, we go further, exploring the island's untamed beauty and authentic heritage. From the dramatic cliffs of Ponta de São Lourenço to the glass platforms of Faial, each stop offers a unique perspective. Our expert guides share local legends and stories that bring each place to life. You'll explore ancient sugar mills, a 300-year-old working water mill, and taste tradition at a trout farm in Ribeiro Frio. Go off the beaten path in a powerful 4x4, venturing deep into the UNESCO Laurissilva forest. End the experience on a high at Pico do Arieiro — Ma...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
4x4 experience, enjoying panoramic views and the thrill of adventure.
free pick-up in the Funchal area
Avoid crowds and enjoy unique places with privacy.
Air-conditioned vehicle
free rum tasting
Lunch
Pick-up available outside Funchal area with extra fee
Meeting Points
Departure
Edificio Torres Fórum 396
Please wait in front of the Madeira Forum shopping center at the main entrance and you will find our driver with a sign next to the jeep with the company logo.
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Full-Day Tour: Santana Houses, Pico do Arieiro, Free Rum Tasting
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This is more than just a sightseeing tour — it’s a fully immersive journey through Madeira’s wild heart. While other companies follow the same routes, we go further, exploring the island's untamed beauty and authentic heritage. From the dramatic cliffs of Ponta de São Lourenço to the glass platforms of Faial, each stop offers a unique perspective. Our expert guides share local legends and stories that bring each place to life. You'll explore ancient sugar mills, a 300-year-old working water mill, and taste tradition at a trout farm in Ribeiro Frio. Go off the beaten path in a powerful 4x4, venturing deep into the UNESCO Laurissilva forest. End the experience on a high at Pico do Arieiro — Ma...
Highlights
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
8 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 2 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
4x4 experience, enjoying panoramic views and the thrill of adventure.
free pick-up in the Funchal area
Avoid crowds and enjoy unique places with privacy.
Air-conditioned vehicle
free rum tasting
Lunch
Pick-up available outside Funchal area with extra fee
Meeting Points
Departure
Edificio Torres Fórum 396
Please wait in front of the Madeira Forum shopping center at the main entrance and you will find our driver with a sign next to the jeep with the company logo.
Start this remarkable journey at the most eastern tip of the island, Ponta de Sᾶo Lourenço, also known as the dragon’s tail of Madeira.
Here you will be amazed by ethereal landforms, while also experiencing an exhilarating view of both the north and south coast of the island on a clear day. Here we will stop for photos and enjoy the landscape.
45 minutes
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Miradouro do guindaste
Admire the captivating beauty of villages nestled in between the mountains. The majestic Eagle’s Rock, also known as Penha de Águia, can be visible along your
commute.
Stop at the Guindaste viewpoint in Faial, consisting of two newly made glass platforms, overlooking the ocean and imposing cliffs. This viewpoint offers spectacular scenery of
Madeira’s northern coast. If the weather is favourable, the neighbouring island of Porto Santo can also be seen!
30 minutes
3
Sao Jorge
Along the way, knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights into Madeira’s rich history and culture.
Historical stop at the ruins of Sᾶo Jorge, which consist of old sugarcane mills built in early settlement.
30 minutes
4
Laurissilva Forest
Get ready to embark on an unforgettable 4x4 off-road adventure through the heart of Madeira’s UNESCO-listed Laurissilva forest. Feel the thrill as your expert guide navigates winding trails surrounded by dense vegetation, towering trees, and the island’s lush, untouched beauty.
45 minutes
5
Santana
Next, make your way to Santana, where you will encounter the iconic Santana houses, mostly recognized for their triangular-shaped structure, thatched roofing and striking
colours.
1 hour
6
Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio
While uncovering the northern slopes of the island, stop in Ribeiro Frio as a passage point at a local trout farming facility.
30 minutes
7
Pico do Arieiro
To end the tour on a truly unforgettable high, ascend to one of Madeira’s most iconic landmarks — Pico do Arieiro. Standing majestically at 1,818 meters, it is the island’s third highest peak and offers breathtaking panoramic views above the clouds. Surrounded by dramatic mountain ridges and ever-changing light, it’s a place where nature reveals its most awe-inspiring side — the perfect finale to a day of adventure and discovery.
