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15 Best Things To Do In Madeira

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The 15 most-loved things to do in Madeira. Catamaran trips to spot dolphins and whales, 4WD runs to Porto Moniz and the Fanal forest, and the peaks above the clouds.

15 Best Things To Do In Madeira

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching

From Funchal: Ecological Catamaran Dolphin Whale Watching - Hybrid-Electric and Silent Cruising: What It Means for Your Experience

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour - Getting Going in Funchal: Pickup, Briefing, and the Open-Roof Land Rover

2.Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

4.9

8-hour Madeira 4WD tour with Cabo Girão Skywalk, Seixal black sand, Porto Moniz lava pools, Laurisilva off-road, and Fanal Forest.

“Miguel was an absolutely amazing driver and made the trip the best one of the holiday! He went the extra mile with his driving to make sure we all had fun and was very informative while he was driving, he ensured our safety was a priority and was happy to allow us to experience the…”

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Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise

Funchal: Dolphin and Whale Watching Catamaran Cruise - Why Cabo Girão Makes This Cruise Feel Worth It

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour - Ribeira da Janela to Porto Moniz: Coastal Views, Then Volcanic Water

4.Funchal: Enchanted Terraces, Porto do Moniz & Fanal 4WD Tour

4.8

Open-top 4x4 tour from Funchal to Fanal Forest and Porto Moniz pools. Swim, spot Paul da Serra, and explore the northwest.

“The experience fully delivered in every way. Driver was knowledgeable , friendly and helpful. I particularly enjoyed learning about the rich history of traditional social agriculture which is still preserved today . His local knowledge and ability to make the facts come to life through storytelling made the day both enjoyable and memorable.”

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From Funchal: Best of Madeira’s West Tour

From Funchal: Best of Madeira's West Tour - Pickup, the 8-hour rhythm, and why timing matters

5.From Funchal: Best of Madeira’s West Tour

4.7

West Madeira in one full day: Cabo Girão Skywalk, Paul da Serra plateau, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Bridal Veil Falls from Funchal.

“What a great day with our guide, Marco. He was so friendly, knowledgeable, drove well (on some very serpentine roads) and he had a good sense of humour. The itinerary was spot on, just the right time at each stop, we'll planned. I would thoroughly recommend this tour. Some amazing sights.”

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Madeira: Best of the East Tour from Funchal

Madeira: Best of the East Tour from Funchal - Starting in Funchal: Lido meet-up and hotel pickup reality

6.Madeira: Best of the East Tour from Funchal

4.7

8-hour Best of the East Madeira tour with Pico do Arieiro views, Santana straw houses, São Lourenço coast, Machico bay, pickup included.

“We did the Best of the East Tour East yesterday and had an absolutely wonderful experience. Our guide Patrícia was truly amazing — incredibly knowledgeable, warm, and passionate about Madeira. She shared so much interesting information throughout the day, not only about the places we visited, but also about the island’s history, culture, and nature.…”

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Funchal: Old Town Walking Tour

Funchal: Old Town Walking Tour - Funchal City Hall stop: a quick detour with big meaning

7.Funchal: Old Town Walking Tour

4.7

A 2-hour walk through Funchal’s old town, mixing Jesuit landmarks, a sweet factory, the Farmers’ Market, and Madeira’s sugar story.

“Great tour, with really helpful guides! Wonderful to get two perspectives on the city with useful tips for the rest of our trip”

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Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise

Funchal Bay: Dolphin & Whale Watch Luxury Catamaran Cruise - Where the trip starts: Marina Nova do Funchal, Cais 8

From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour - Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão: Where Madeira Shows Its Cliffs

9.From Funchal: West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

4.7

West Madeira’s sea cliffs, Fanal Forest mist, Porto Moniz pools, waterfalls, and Encumeada Pass views in an 8-hour guided tour.

“The tour was excellent let down by just one aspect. Madeira is just beautiful even in February and the views and the visits were magical. Fanal forest was very impressive and the view from the top is awesome if you have time to walk up as only 45 minutes was allocated to the stop time.…”

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All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour

All Inclusive Whale and Dolphin Watching Luxury Tour - Meeting at Kiosk VipDolphins in Funchal (and settling in fast)

Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike - Coffee and altitude at Pico do Arieiro: your warm-up phase

Madeira: Full-Day Jeep Tour with Guide and Pickup

Madeira: Full-Day Jeep Tour with Guide and Pickup - Off-Road Trompica to Ribeira Brava: Where the Jeep Tour Earns Its Name

12.Madeira: Full-Day Jeep Tour with Guide and Pickup

4.9

Full-day Madeira jeep tour from Funchal with Cabo Girão views, Trompica off-road, Fanal forest and Porto Moniz natural pools.

“it was fantastic tour, lots of fabulous places, great experience and more than 150 photos are made))) the weather was perfect that allowed us to explore the island)”

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Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley

Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley - Getting picked up from Funchal (and where you might meet the van)

13.Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley

4.7

Join a guided levada walk from Funchal through Rabaçal Valley, ending at Levada das 25 Fontes and its cliffside springs.

“Lovely walk with lots of information about local plants and wildlife. Plenty of chances to get photos. Guide was very friendly and recommended other things to see and do and places to eat out.”

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Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour

Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour - The sail itself: calm, short, and built for sunset timing

14.Funchal: Sunset Sailing Tour

4.7

A relaxed 3-hour Funchal sunset sailing trip with an open bar, snorkeling at Cabo Girão, and a real shot at dolphins and whales.

“I still can’t get over how awesome this trip was! We got to see a group of dolphins, went swimming by the famous Madeiran cliff and saw a beautiful sunset. All while getting unlimited drinks and having the funniest guide ever. Seriously, 5/5 stars. I would do it again and would recommend to everybody!”

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From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip

From Funchal: West Madeira and Laurel Forest Day Trip - Câmara de Lobos: fishing village color and terrace farming

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