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Madeira 4x4 Jeep Tour : Pico Arieiro & Santana Traditional Houses

5.0 Excellent 78 reviews
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7h–8h
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Portuguese, English, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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78 reviews
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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A four wheel drive day that starts at Pico do Arieiro, drops through the laurel forest to Ribeiro Frio and ends at the thatched houses of Santana, with off road stretches and a guide driver. Lunch and drinks are paid on the spot; babies cannot come. 5 from 78 reviews at €55 per person.

From the guide

Get ready for an epic adventure in Madeira! We start at Pico do Arieiro, where you’ll be captivated by breathtaking views of dramatic peaks and the Atlantic. We descend to Poiso, crossing the magical Laurissilva forest, with its centuries-old trees and mist enveloping every step. In Ribeiro Frio, trails and trout farms reveal the exuberance of nature. Cova da Roda offers a haven of serenity, where the silence is broken only by the singing of birds. The thatched cottages of Santana enchant with their vibrant colors and traditional charm, a true postcard. Guindaste presents us with spectacular views of the ocean and the jagged coastline, perfect for photographs. At Ponta de São Lourenço, dramatic rock formations and endless sea amaze, creating a landscape that seems otherworldly. This day promises an experience full of beauty, adventure and unforgettable discoveries!

Compared with other Santana

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #2 of 5€557h–8h5.0 (78)shared
Private 4x4 Jeep Full Day Porto Moniz or Santana €300 per group7h5.0 (88)private
4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other€295 per group4.98 (160)private
Full-Day Santana Madeira Island Tour Amazing Straw Houses€407h4.97 (63)shared

Ranked #2 of 5 in Santana by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €67, median €55; typical length 7h. 2 of 5 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 5 Santana

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 25, 2026.

What's Included

Stops at points of interest
Off Road
Guide Driver

What's Not Included

Lunch
Drinks

Itinerary

Pico do Arieiro Stop 1
At 1,818 metres above sea level, Pico do Areeiro is the third highest point on the island of Madeira. From this elevated location, the view is so vast that it allows observers to gaze out over the unique grandeur of the Madeira Mountain Range, with the Atlantic Ocean in the background.
30 min
Admission included
With a total length of 4,09 km, it provides visitors with an immersive experi... Stop 2
With a total length of 4,09 km, it provides visitors with an immersive experience in the mountainous landscape of the south coast of the island of Madeira
Pass by
Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio Stop 3
The Vereda dos Balcões is a small track, of 1.5 km ( + 1.5 km of return), which leads you to enjoy the views of the Miradouro dos Balcões. Starting at Regional Road No. 103, in Ribeiro Frio, this easy difficulty track, and expected duration of 1h30, accompanies the Levada da Serra do Faial. On the route through Vereda dos Balcões you will have the opportunity to cross with indigenous and endemic species of Madeira, which offer different shades of green to the Laurissilva forest. During the walk, pay attention to the tree species of the Lauraceae family and the exotic species that spread on the banks of the track. (4.5€ Entrance) (PRE-RESERVATION IS NECESSARY IN THE SIMPLIFICA PORTAL, CHOOSE PR11, BEGINING BETWEEN 10:40 - 11:00 AM)
1h
Coffee stop Stop 4
25 min
Santana Stop 5
The “little houses of Santana” have become icons widely known nationally (and beyond) for the peculiar beauty of their architectural style. With a triangular shape and covered in thatch, they are the greatest symbol of this municipality on the north coast of the island of Madeira. In fact, these typical houses are a reflection of the isolation of this location, which for a long time was difficult to access by land and sea. The preservation of unique cultural traits, as a result of this contingency, has become a heritage of enormous value for this municipality, which currently has around 8800 inhabitants.
1h 30m
Ponta de Sao Lourenco Stop 6
Ponta de São Lourenço is the long peninsula that forms the eastern tip of the island of Madeira, east of the town of Caniçal. It ends at Farol Island.
25 min
Miradouro do Cristo Rei do Garajau Stop 7
Last stop at Cristo Rei, with a statue dating back to 1921, and with a stunning view over the Atlantic and the coast of Madeira Island.
15 min
Miradouro do guindaste Stop 8
ocated on one of the slopes of the mouth of Ribeira do Faial, in the municipality of Santana, the Guindaste viewpoint offers a stunning view over the coastal line of the north coast of Madeira. It is the ideal place to admire the beauty of the Atlantic Ocean that bathes the island.
20 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

We pick up at our customers' location.

Start point

We meet at the main entrance of the Building , We meet at the free Praia car park.

End point

We meet at the main entrance of the Building , We meet at the free Praia car park.

Additional Information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Babies not allowed.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 55 / person