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Fanal e Porto Moniz: O Lado Icónico

4.8 · 103 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 96% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Madeiralimo - Travel Agency Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
6h–7h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English
Start & pickup
08:30, 09:00 · Hotel pickup from 14 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Fanal Forest and Porto Moniz's natural pools anchor a route with viewpoint photo stops and time set aside for lunch.

Air-conditioned transport is included; lunch and pool entrance fees are paid separately. 4.78 from 103 reviews at €55 per person for 6h–7h.

In our comparison: #32 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €55 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Microphone in the car
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • short stops for photos
  • Lunch
  • Gratification
  • Pool entrances

Children from €29 (ages 3 to 12). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

4.8
103 ratings
Tripadvisor 102 · Viator 1

96% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 99 of 103

Star breakdown of all 103 ratings

5 stars
86 · 83%
4 stars
13 · 13%
3 stars
3 · 3%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
1 · 1%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the informative guides and confident driving; limited minibus legroom is a recurring caveat.

Praised

  • Informative guides share island knowledge with humour
  • Skilled driving on narrow, winding roads helps passengers feel safe
  • Mountain and coastal viewpoints with opportunities for photos
  • Island tours repeatedly described as good value for money

Complaints

  • Some report cramped minibus seating and limited legroom, while others find the ride comfortable

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 December 2013 to 22 January 2024). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
08:30, 09:00 on Tue, Thu; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 14 pickup points (14 pickup points listed by the operator, 14 of them hotels)
Operator
Madeiralimo - Travel Agency; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Discover Madeira’s most iconic side on a journey through the island’s most spectacular viewpoints, featuring the magical Fanal Forest and the famous Porto Moniz natural pools.
Our drivers are qualified to give you years of Madeiran history, never forgetting to stop in areas where they can take photos and even visit small towns.
We also make a longer stop (90 minutes) for lunch (not included)
Atenção 25 de Dezembro e 1 de Janeiro não fazemos excursões.

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Children

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €29 ages 3 to 12

Cancellation policy

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

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Nature & Wildlife

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #32 of 48€556h–7h4.78 (103)shared
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira€742h 30m4.93 (1299)shared
Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4€697h 30m4.92 (3880)shared
VipDolphins Luxury Whale Watching€793h4.9 (1943)shared

Ranked #32 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €310, median €55; typical length 7h. 9 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 48 Nature & Wildlife

From €55 per adult