--- title: West Madeira 4x4 Adventure,Porto Moniz,Mistic Forest , views .& lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/west-madeira-4x4-adventure-porto-moniz-mistic-forest-views/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 65 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.97 reviews: 69 duration_minutes: 480 languages: [en, fr] free_cancellation: true rank_in_category: 10 of 31 (Nature & Wildlife) schedule_checked: 2026-09-02 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/west-madeira-4x4-adventure-porto-moniz-mistic-forest-views/ --- # West Madeira 4x4 Adventure,Porto Moniz,Mistic Forest , views .& **Guidekin's take:** A full day west to Porto Moniz in classic open jeeps with two brothers who grew up on the island, through the laurel forest to the sea pools, with a poncha tasting and hotel or port pickup included. Lunch is at a local restaurant and paid there; bring swimwear. 4.97 from 69 reviews at €65 per person. ## Overview Come and join the Marote Brothers, Ricardo, and Vitor on their Classic Jeeps, who have the passion and knowledge to offer safe guidance. We will visit the famous attractions and see the hidden treasures of the island through the eyes of a local. Our guide will provide you with some historical information and will introduce the flora then enjoy a freshly cooked meal, and of course, let's not forget about the traditional Poncha! Are you ready for an adventure you will never forget? Please, do not hesitate to contact us and book your trip! ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 96 pickup points - Starts 09:00: one departure a day - Food not included: We arrange lunch at local restaurants… ## Key facts - Price: from €65 per person - Duration: 8h - Rating: 4.97/5 from 69 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 100% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Ricardo Off Road Madeira ## What's included - Hotel/Port pick-up and drop-off - Tour Guide ## Not included - We arrange lunch at local restaurants during our full day tours. Price range: €15-€20 (3 course meal with a drink) ## Itinerary 1. **Ribeira Brava** (1h 10m) - We will stop at a View Point where you have a gorgeous view of Ribeira Brava and Campanario and then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off-roads. The ride will take around 40 minutes. 2. **Ponta Do Sol** (pass by, no stop) - We will drive trough Ponta do Sol and make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off-roads. The ride will take around 1 hour. We will also introduce you to some interesting facts of the local history and flora-fauna. 3. **Porto Moniz** (2h 5m) - This is where we usually visit one of the local restaurants for lunch. It is also an excellent chance to discover the Natural Swimming Pools of Porto Moniz. You may swim if you wish to do so. And then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off... 4. **Levada do Paul da Serra** (1h 30m) - We will guide you through the local levada walk with amazing views and then we will make our way to our next stop through Paul da Serra at 1400 meters high, using less busy, narrow, and off roads. The ride will take around 60 minutes. 5. **Poca Das Lesmas** (45m) - We will visit the natural volcanic black sand beach as well as the natural swimming pools in which you may swim if you wish to do so and then we will make our way to our next stop using less busy, narrow, and off roads. The ride will take around 30 minutes. 6. **Sao Vicente** (1h 30m) - On our travel from Seixal to Sao Vicente we will pass by four gorgeous waterfalls, making a stop at one of them and then we will make our way to your hotel or port. The ride will take around 60 minutes. 7. **Posto Florestal Fanal** (20m) - Beautiful and unique Forest Fanal . Where you will have the chance to walk and visit the centenary trees of this beautiful place. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - 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: 96 ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - For any food restriction (e.g, Allergy, vegan), kindly put them on the Special Request upon booking. - Kindly bring your own swim wear and towels if you wish to swim ## Compared with other Nature & Wildlife | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #10 of 31** | €65 | 8h | 4.97 (69) | 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 #10 of 31 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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