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Private Half-Day 4X4 Experience: East or West

4.9 Excellent 42 reviews
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5h
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Portuguese, English, Spanish
Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Private tour Instant confirmation Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Ratings collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor

Overview

Guidekin summary

A private half day four wheel drive with a local guide, choosing the east with Pico do Arieiro and the Nuns' Valley or the west with the Boca dos Namorados viewpoint, with insurance and pickup in central Funchal included. Priced per group; food, drinks and the Cabo Girão entry are extra. 4.93 from 42 reviews at €385 per group/vehicle.

From the guide

Join on a private half-day jeep tour and discover the stunning landscapes of the east or west side of the island.

East Tour: Head to the majestic Pico do Areeiro for magnificent views at an altitude of 1818 mts. Visit the Nun’s Valley (Curral das Freiras), experience the panoramic views of Pico do Facho and explore the historical monument of Cristo Rei, inaugurated in 1927.

West Tour: Discover Boca dos Namorados viewpoint with a unique view over the iconic village of the Nun’s Valley, visit Cabo Girão with the stunning glass platform, known as Skywalk at 580 mts above sea level. Have the opportunity to taste Madeira wine at Henriques & Henriques wine lodge, along with a visit to the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos where gastronomy and culture come together.

Compared with other Nature & Wildlife

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #15 of 31€385 per group5h4.93 (42)private
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Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4€697h 30m4.92 (3864)shared
4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other€295 per group4.98 (160)private

Ranked #15 of 31 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €35 to €310, median €65; typical length 6h. 6 of 31 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 31 Nature & Wildlife

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 09:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 09:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked September 2, 2026.

What's Included

Professional local guide
Safety Instructions + First Aids
Vehicles sanitized with Ozone
Local taxes
All insurances according to the Portuguese Law
Free pickup/drop-off in Funchal´s Central Area and next to Funchal´s Port

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Entrance to Cabo Girão
Pickup and drop-off outside central Funchal is not included, have an additional fee

Itinerary

Cabo Girao Stop 1
The Highest Cliff in Europe with the amazing glass floor balcony (589 mts)
30 min
Pico do Arieiro Stop 2
Beautiful views over Ponta de São Lourenço and Porto Santo Island, from1818 mts high
30 min
Admission included
Miradouro da Boca dos Namorados Stop 3
Wonderful landscapes and view to Nun's Valley
30 min
Admission included
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools Stop 4
Natural volcanic pools, one of the most visited places in Madeira
1h
True Spirit Stop 5
We are the only tours company in Portugal certified by "Biosphere Experiences" committed to responsible / sustainable tourism
Pass by
Valley of the Nuns Stop 6
Surrounded by the highest mountains and historic places.
40 min
Admission included

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Flexibility on the pick-up time FREE pickup (Funchal´s area, Funchal´s Port and central area)

Additional Information

  • 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

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 385 per group