--- title: Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4x4 Experience lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-lava-pools-fanal-forest-and-skywalk-4x4-experience/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 69 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.85 reviews: 144 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 20 of 31 (Nature & Wildlife) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-lava-pools-fanal-forest-and-skywalk-4x4-experience/ --- # Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4x4 Experience **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 144 reviews at €69 per person. ## Overview Be ready to join us on an unforgettable adventure that only few people get to experience on a jeep tour. Our first stop takes us to São Vicente waterfall that resembles a bride's veil. Continuing our tour, we visit the coastal town of Seixal, a hidden treasure with a black volcanic sand beach voted 3erd Best Beach in Europe and the secret place of Poças das Lesmas, where time stands still among ancient lava rock formations. Our journey proceeds to Porto Moniz, where natural volcanic pools are waiting for us to immerse ourselves in the beauty of this unique place. Then, be ready to enjoy an amazing off-road experience as we head to the magical Fanal, one of the 7th natural wonders of Portugal. (Lunch break-not included)Continuing our journey, we go through Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau on the island (1400 mts high). Cabo Girão, one of the highest sea cliffs in the world at 580 meters awaits with an amazing panoramic view of the Atlantic Ocean and Câmara de Lobos (2 € not included). ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 93 pickup points - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available ## Key facts - Price: from €69 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.85/5 from 144 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 97% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: True Spirit ## What's 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 ## Not included - Food and drinks - Entrance to Cabo Girão (5€) - Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee ## Itinerary 1. **Sao Vicente Caves** (pass by, no stop) - São Vicente in the north, known by its vineyards, volcanic caves and Madeira wine production. 2. **Miradouro do Veu da Noiva** (30m) - A famous waterfall that resembling a bride's veil due to the abundance in water. 3. **Poca Das Lesmas** (pass by, no stop) - Volcanics pools where you can swim in crystaline waters and enjoy the beautiful scenery around them.. 4. **Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools** (1h 15m) - One of the most visited places in Madeira 5. **Cabo Girao** (30m) - Skywalk. The highest Sea Cliff In Europe (589m) with the amazing glass floor balcony. 6. **Vereda do Fanal** (20m; admission included) - Fanal, one of the 7th Natural Wonders of Portugal, with centenary trees in the middle of the Laurissilva Forest. ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02 - 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: 93 ## Good to know - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Pick-ups and drop-offs outside Funchal´s central area have an extra fee. - It is mandatory to confirm the email that the tour operator will send you about the pick up time. ## Compared with other Nature & Wildlife | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #20 of 31** | €69 | 8h | 4.85 (144) | shared | | [Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/whale-and-dolphin-watching-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €74 | 2h 30m | 4.93 (1285) | shared | | [Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4](/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-seixal-fanal-forest-cliff-skywalk-in-open-roof-4x4/?format=md) | €69 | 7h 30m | 4.92 (3864) | shared | | [4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other](/portugal/madeira/tours/4x4-safari-private-jeep-full-day-customizable-santana-or-porto-moniz-or-other/?format=md) | €295 per group | | 4.98 (160) | private | Ranked #20 of 31 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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