--- title: "Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest" lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-4x4-jeep-safari-porto-moniz-lava-pools-fanal-forest/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 55 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 5 reviews: 226 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en, es] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Pools, Fanal and Cabo Girão rank_in_category: 1 of 66 (Jeep & 4x4 Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-09-30 data_updated: 2026-11-03 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-4x4-jeep-safari-porto-moniz-lava-pools-fanal-forest/ --- # Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest **Guidekin's take:** A jeep safari that strings the Cabo Girão skywalk, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, the Paul da Serra plateau, the Fanal forest and the Porto Moniz lava pools into one day, with off road sections and a Madeira wine taste on the way. Babies are not allowed on board. 5 from 226 reviews at €55 per person. In our comparison: #1 of 66 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Our 4x4 adventure begins at Cabo Girão, the famous "SKYWALK" the second highest cliff in Europe with ums incredible height of 580 meters. We follow winding roads to the Ribeira Brava, where the 16th-century Church of St. Benedict stands out, offering stunning views over the ocean. Then we reach Ponta do Sol, the most sunny spot on the island, surrounded by dramatic cliffs. We ascend to Paul da Serra, the only plateau of Madeira, often wrapped in fog, which contrasts with the lush coastal areas. Descending, we arrive at Porto Moniz, famous for its natural lava pools. Along the coast, Ribeira da Janela delights with its basalt columns. In Seixal, we admire the black sand beach and the natural swimming pools of crystal clear waters. We end in Câmarade Lobos, the fishing village visited by churchill, before toasting to the rich wine tradition of Madeira in the winery Henriques & Henriques, ending an unforgettable day. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 159 pickup points - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food included: Madeira wine taste - Children from €35: ages 4 to 11 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 159 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €55 per person - Duration: 7h–8h - Rating: 5.0/5 from 226 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Warriors Adventure - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English, Spanish - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30 ## Reviews 5.0 from 226 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 226 of 226. - 5 stars: 226 (100%) - 4 stars: 0 (0%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the local knowledge, careful driving and flexible pace; crowds can prompt changes to the planned stops. **Praised:** - Friendly guides share detailed knowledge of Madeira's history and nature - Skilled driving helps travellers feel safe on steep roads and tracks - Flexible routes accommodate group interests and requests - Many find enough time to explore at each stop without feeling rushed - Driving off road and using narrow lanes add to the enjoyment **Complaints:** - Crowding at popular sites sometimes prompts changes to the planned stops Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2026-05-27 to 2026-10-01); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Stops at points of interest - Off Road - Madeira wine taste - Transport with a driver guide ## Itinerary 1. **Camara De Lobos** (20m) - After Pick up we will have the first stop at Miradouro do Pico da Torre where you can enjoy the wonderful bay of Câmara de lobos, followed by an off road. 2. **Cabo Girao** (20m) - At 580 meters high, Cabo Girão is the highest promontory in Europe, but that's not the only reason it has become increasingly famous all over the world. Its viewpoint, with the famous suspended glass platform — called skywalk — is currently one of the most visited (and... 3. **Ribeira Brava** (pass by, no stop) - is known for its extensive valley, discovered in the 15th century, with excellent weather for bananas and sugar cane. 4. **After leaving Ribeira Brava, we will pass through Ponta de Sol to admire the ...** (15m) - After leaving Ribeira Brava, we will pass through Ponta de Sol to admire the village that was an important landmark for exports at the end of the 19th century. After that, we will stop for coffee, toilet and anything else that customers may need. 5. **With a unique natural landscape, the Paul da Serra is a point of interest for...** (pass by, no stop) - With a unique natural landscape, the Paul da Serra is a point of interest for unique contours on the island of Madeira. It is the largest mountainous plateau of the entire archipelago. It is therefore one of the most relevant (and indispensable) points of interest in the... 6. **Posto Florestal Fanal** (30m) - Situated between the Seixal and Ribeira da Janela mountains, the Fanal is a vast forest area that invites you to enjoy what nature has to offer. This idyllic space is one of the most iconic places in the municipality of Porto Moniz, hosting a landscape heritage of great beauty. 7. **Praia Da Ribeira Da Janela** (15m; admission included) - We will have a wonderful stop in Ribeira da Janela with a path towards a small cave where you will have a splendid panoramic view of the blue Atlantic. 8. **Porto Moniz** (1h 30m) - We have a stop at Porto Moniz for lunch, where you can walk and enjoy one of the most beautiful places on our island. (HORAS IN THIS LOCAL CAN VARIATE) 9. **Stop to admire the wonderful natural black sand beach** (10m) 10. **Henriques & Henriques** (30m; admission included) - At the end of the day, we return to the Chamber of Lobos to the Madeira wine factory, where we will have a taste of the delicious Madeira wines. (ONLY MONDAY TO FRIDAY) ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30 - 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. ## Meeting point We meet at the main entrance of the Building Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJM8GlmAlgYAwRCS5ZkhvNvO8 Pickup points listed by the operator: 159 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Babies not allowed. Booking asks for: dates of birth, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Jeep & 4x4 Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 66** | €55 | 7h–8h | 5.0 (226) | shared | | [Full Day Madeira Island Tour - Open Roof](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-madeira-island-tour-open-roof-445072P1/?format=md) | €62 | 7h 30m | 5.0 (192) | shared | | [Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Full Day Private 4x4 Jeep ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-mystery-tour-full-day-private-4x4-jeep-433184P11/?format=md) | €259 per group | 7h | 4.99 (243) | private | | [4x4 Jeep Tour to East & Northeast of Madeira ](/portugal/madeira/tours/4x4-jeep-tour-to-east-northeast-of-madeira-407686P2/?format=md) | €69 | 7h | 5.0 (132) | shared | Ranked #1 of 66 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €100, median €67; typical length 7h. 23 of 66 are private. 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