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Porto Moniz - Natural Swimming Pools

4.7 · 64 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 95% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Feeling Madeira - Tours & Walks Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Start & pickup
09:00 · Hotel pickup from 98 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

Make Porto Moniz's natural swimming pools the focus of a day out that also takes in Madeira's villages and viewpoints.

Air-conditioned transport and all fees and taxes are included, but lunch is at your own expense. 4.67 from 64 reviews at €35 per person for 8h.

In our comparison: #7 of 12 in Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports, 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: €35 per adult.

Included and not included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

4.7
64 ratings
Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor

95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 61 of 64

Star breakdown of all 64 ratings

5 stars
49 · 77%
4 stars
12 · 19%
3 stars
1 · 2%
2 stars
1 · 2%
1 star
1 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers praise the varied stops and pool swimming; some report rude or sarcastic behaviour from guides

Praised

  • Informative guides share local facts and humour throughout the journey
  • Varied stops offer a broad introduction to western Madeira
  • Swimming in the Porto Moniz pools is a frequent highlight
  • Drivers receive praise for safe and skilful handling of the roads

Complaints

  • Some report rude or sarcastic guides, while others describe friendly, patient treatment
  • The pool area feels commercialised to some visitors

Written by Guidekin from the 45 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (12 September 2019 to 20 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
09:00 on Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 98 pickup points (98 pickup points listed by the operator, 97 of them hotels)
Operator
Feeling Madeira - Tours & Walks; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Adventurous villages and spectacular views make Madeira perfect for those who wish to spend their holidays off the beaten path. This is the perfect tour.

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

Good to know

  • Food not included bring or buy your own
  • Age rule Specialized infant seats are available

The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth, 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 Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports

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This tour · #7 of 12€358h4.67 (64)shared
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Private Open Water Swimming Experience in Madeira Island€551h5.0 (37)private

Ranked #7 of 12 in Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €439, median €55; typical length 3h. 1 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 12 Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports

From €35 per adult