--- title: Porto Moniz - Natural Swimming Pools lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-natural-swimming-pools/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 35 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.67 reviews: 64 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 7 of 12 (Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports) schedule_checked: 2026-09-30 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-natural-swimming-pools/ --- # Porto Moniz - Natural Swimming Pools **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 (table below). ## Overview 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. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 98 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 **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 98 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €35 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.67/5 from 64 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Feeling Madeira - Tours & Walks - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish - Start times: 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30 ## Reviews 4.67 from 64 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 95% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 61 of 64. - 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 (2019-09-12 to 2026-09-20); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - All Fees and Taxes - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Not included - Lunch ## Itinerary 1. **Cabo Girao** (30m) - Then we travel to the magnificent Cabo Girão lookout, which is 580m high and has a glass balcony, famous for being the highest in Europe and the second highest cliff in the world. 2. **Ribeira Brava** (45m) - Traveling along the coast of the island we quickly reach the village of Ribeira Brava, where we can visit a church dating from the 15th century. 3. **Caminho Real da Encumeada PR12** (20m) - Then, we head to the Encumeada viewpoint, 1007m high, to enjoy beautiful views overlooking the north and south coast of the island and also to the valleys of Ribeira Brava and São Vicente. 4. **Porto Moniz** (2h) - Stop for lunch and extra time in the coastal town of Porto Moniz - home to the largest volcanic natural pools in Madeira. On our descent towards the city we can enjoy fantastic views, especially from the volcanic pools in their entirety. In good weather it is possible to take... 5. **Miradouro do Veu da Noiva** (20m) - Then we make a brief stop overlooking the black sand beach and natural pools of the village of Seixal Along the way, we are pleased to pass by several waterfalls, namely the famous and stunning waterfall of Véu da Noiva. Looking at the water coming down from the mountain, you... 6. **Sao Vicente** (30m) - Next, we visit the picturesque neighboring village of São Vicente, where you can visit a beautiful 17th century church before returning to Funchal. 7. **Camara De Lobos** (45m) - Located 5 km from the city of Funchal, our first stop is the picturesque and famous fishing village of Câmara de Lobos; a favorite painting spot by Winston Churchill! ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat - 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. Pickup points listed by the operator: 98 ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Specialized infant seats are available - Suitable for all physical fitness levels Booking asks for: dates of birth, arrival flight or ship details ## Compared with other Snorkeling, Kayak & Water Sports | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #7 of 12** | €35 | 8h | 4.67 (64) | shared | | [Diving in the Madeira Aquarium](/portugal/madeira/tours/diving-in-the-madeira-aquarium/?format=md) | €135 | 2h 30m | 4.98 (217) | shared | | [Surf Lessons Tailored to Your Skill Level in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/surf-lessons-tailored-to-your-skill-level-in-madeira/?format=md) | €60 | 2h | 5.0 (41) | shared | | [Private Open Water Swimming Experience in Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-open-water-swimming-experience-in-madeira-island/?format=md) | €55 | 1h | 5.0 (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. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/water-sports/?format=md ## More in Madeira - All Madeira tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/porto-moniz-natural-swimming-pools/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md