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title: West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/west-side-private-full-day-tours-around-madeira-island/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 230
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_group
availability: bookable
rating: 4.97
reviews: 312
duration_minutes: 300
duration_max_minutes: 360
languages: [pt, en]
free_cancellation: true
rank_in_category: 15 of 24 (Private Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-09-25
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/west-side-private-full-day-tours-around-madeira-island/
---

# West Side Private Full Day Tours around Madeira Island

**Guidekin's take:** A private full day in the west with a local guide who mixes sightseeing, nature and a swim, in a car for up to four or a van for up to seven, priced per group. Pickup is only from the Funchal area, and the Porto Moniz pools and Cabo Girão entries are paid on the spot. 4.97 from 312 reviews at €230 per group/vehicle.

## Overview

A local guide providing a fun, relaxing and knowledgeable tour around Madeira Island. Whenever you are a seasoned traveler or visiting for the first time, these tours are designed to cater all interests. This private tour is a mix of everything - local areas, sightseeing, nature, swimming and so much more.

In the rare event that I'm fully booked, rest assured that my brother Ricardo and our team of professional drivers are ready to step in and ensure that your tour is nothing short of spectacular.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: no car needed
- Starts 09:00: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available

## Key facts

- Price: from €230 per group/vehicle
- Duration: 5h–6h
- Rating: 4.97/5 from 312 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Recommended by 99% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews)
- Operator: Madeira Tours by Diogo

## Tour options

Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page.

| Option | Price | Guide languages | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Day Tour Max. 4 person | €230 per group | English, Portuguese | Private tour <br/>Lunch break & drink stops<br/>Mercedes Viano / Vito<br/>Maximum 4 people<br/>Pickup included |
| Full Day Tour Max. 7 person | €260 per group | English, Portuguese | Private Tour<br/>Lunch break & drink stops<br/>Mercedes Viano & Dacia<br/>Maximum 7 people <br/>Pickup included |

## What's included

- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Private transportation
- Pickup only from Funchal area

## Not included

- Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
- Cabo Girao

## Itinerary

1. **Baia de Camara de Lobos** (30m) - A typical Madeiran fishing village. Winston Churchill enjoyed painting landscapes here. Enjoy a morning coffee watching the fisherman with their days work.
2. **Cabo Girao** (20m) - A 580m glass platform suspended on a sea cliff. Stunning coastal views. From March 2023 a €2 fee per person is charged here.
3. **Ribeira Brava Beach** (30m) - A coastal municipality with a small river running through the centre towards the sea. Enjoy a stroll around this local area taking in the surroundings, you will find cafes, shops and a small market lining the sea front.
4. **Sao Vicente** (1h) - Small coastal municipality on the nothern coast. Surrounded by lush mountainous forest valleys, you will find a very picturesque chruch here.
5. **Seixal** (10m) - We will take the scenic route through the coastal roads of Seixal on our journey to Porto Moniz. Hopefully to see some of the roadside waterfalls.
6. **Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools** (1h) - The highlight of the trip; natural volcanic swimming pools. Bring along swimwear *Entry around €3. If not swimming, plenty of cafes for Sangria by the sea.

## 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.

## Good to know

- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels

## Cost for your party

| People | Total | Per person |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | €230 | €115 |
| 4 | €230 | €58 |
| 6 | €260 | €43 |

Cheapest option for that party size from the operator's current price tiers; the calendar shows the exact figure for your date.

## Compared with other Private Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #15 of 24** | €230 per group | 5h–6h | 4.97 (312) | private |
| [Private Half day tour around Madeira Island](/portugal/madeira/tours/private-half-day-tour-around-madeira-island-153233P1/?format=md) | €190 per group | 3h | 5.0 (184) | private |
| [CABO GIRÃO (Half Day tour/3h) / Private Classic Car (4L).](/portugal/madeira/tours/cabo-gir-o-half-day-tour-3h-private-classic-car-4l-331095P4/?format=md) | €95 per group |  | 5.0 (175) | private |
| [Full Day of Wonders: Madeira 4x4 Private Tour](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-of-wonders-madeira-4x4-private-tour-457696P1/?format=md) | €425 per group | 7h | 5.0 (115) | private |

Ranked #15 of 24 in Private Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €310, median €100; typical length 4h. 24 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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