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Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4x4 Experience

4.8 · 146 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 97% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by True Spirit Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:00 · Hotel pickup from 93 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A jeep day along the north west that adds the São Vicente waterfall and the black sand beach at Seixal to the Porto Moniz pools, the Fanal forest and the skywalk, with a local guide and free pickup in central Funchal.

Food, the Cabo Girão entry and pickups outside the centre are extra. 4.85 from 146 reviews at €69 per person.

In our comparison: #23 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: €69 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Professional local guide
  • Safety Instructions and First aid
  • Free pickup and drop-off from Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port
  • Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
  • Local taxes
  • All insurances according to the Portuguese Law
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance to Cabo Girão (5€)
  • Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee

Children from €69 (ages 3 to 10). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 September 2026.

Reviews

4.8
146 ratings
Tripadvisor 94 · Viator 52

97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 142 of 146

Star breakdown of all 146 ratings

5 stars
135 · 92%
4 stars
7 · 5%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
3 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the guides, varied stops and off road sections, though some find the jeep seating cramped.

Praised

  • Knowledgeable, entertaining guides explaining island history and nature
  • Varied scenery across coastal viewpoints, forests and lava pools
  • Off road sections that many describe as a highlight
  • Swimming in the natural pools at Porto Moniz
  • Time at stops for photos and exploring without feeling rushed

Complaints

  • Some find the jeep comfortable, while others report cramped seating
  • Commentary can be hard to hear from the back of the jeep
  • Rough seas can prevent swimming at the Porto Moniz pools

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (31 October 2019 to 11 July 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:00, daily except Sun; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 93 pickup points (93 pickup points listed by the operator, 92 of them hotels)
Operator
True Spirit; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

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

  • Specialized infant seats are available

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Children from €69 ages 3 to 10

The booking form will also ask for: arrival flight or ship details

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 · #23 of 48€698h4.85 (146)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 #23 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 €69 per adult