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title: Self Guided Transfer to Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve
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type: tour
city: Funchal
country: Portugal
price: 32
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.87
reviews: 80
duration_minutes: 210
free_cancellation: "true"
schedule_checked: 2026-09-26
data_updated: 2026-10-12
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/funchal/tours/self-guided-transfer-to-ponta-de-s-o-louren-o-natural-reserve/
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# Self Guided Transfer to Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve

**Guidekin's take:** Not a guided walk but transport from Funchal, Caniço, Machico or Garajau to the Ponta de São Lourenço trail and back, so you can do the coastal round trip on your own. The reserve entrance fee for non residents is paid on the day. 4.87 from 80 reviews at €32 per person for 3h 30m.

## Overview

Explore the iconic Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço trail with ease, thanks to convenient local transport from Funchal, Caniço, Machico, or Garajau. This self-guided hike unveils Madeira's stunning coastal landscapes and rich biodiversity over a 6 km round trip. With panoramic views of both the north and south coasts, this moderate trail offers a unique opportunity to witness rare wildlife, including the region’s largest seagull colonies and protected seabirds. After your hike, take a refreshing dip at Cais do Sardinha before your comfortable return to your pickup location, making this experience ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking adventure with flexibility.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 155 pickup points
- Entry ticket not included: buy it separately
- Starts 06:00, 08:30, 10:30: 3 departures a day
- Age 12+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 155 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €32 per person
- Duration: 3h 30m
- Rating: 4.87/5 from 80 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Levadas In and Out
- Group: Shared tour
- Tickets: Admission not included, pay on site
- Start times: 06:00, 08:30, 10:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-26

## Reviews

4.87 from 80 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 78 of 80.

- 5 stars: 74 (93%)
- 4 stars: 4 (5%)
- 3 stars: 1 (1%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 1 (1%)

## What's included

- WiFi on board
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- A €4,5 entrance fee applies to all non-local visitors. Can be paid at the entrance or just prior to the start of the activity by cash or credit card.

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 06:00, 08:30, 10:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-26
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 155

Ends: At the beginning of the trail PR8

## Good to know

- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

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