Private Madeira dramatic west coast tour with lunch in Porto Moniz
Excursions & day trips

Private Madeira dramatic west coast tour with lunch in Porto Moniz

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9 reviews
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£122.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: more than 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • It's an action-packed day filled with Maderia's natural beauty and cliff-top views aplenty
  • You'll head to the 580-metre-tall Cabo Girao Cliff and take a brave step onto its glass skywalk
  • There are natural lava rock pools to see in Porto Moniz before lunch at a family-run restaurant
  • You'll look out at an epic slab of wilderness from the 1,500-metre-high Paúl da Serra plateau
  • Your local guide is an expert on the beautiful landscapes of Madeira
What to expect

Madeira's magnificent scenery takes centre stage on this full day tour. You'll visit a selection of highlights including Cabo Girao Cliff and it's glass-floored platform, Porto Moniz and Paúl da Serra. Mariana, one of our expert local guides, says "you'll get to know the true drama of Madeira's landscapes. You might be lucky enough to see the ocean both to the north and the south, but the highest points on the island do sometimes catch the clouds."

Your first destination will be the Cabao Girao Cliff, where you can step out onto its glass-floored platform that stretches out over the edge. The coastal views here are some of the best around, so don't forget your camera. Mariana adds, "the cliff is around 580 metres high, making it one of the tallest in Europe. The views from the skywalk are really something else, and its experience that'll stick with you." Then, you'll head to the coastal town of Riberia Brava, before a stroll through a banana plantation in Madalena do Mar.

Next, we'll head up the 1,500m-high Paúl da Serra plateau before descending on Porto Moniz, famous for its natural lava rock swimming pools. A typical lunch freshly prepared with local produce awaits in the village. Rounding off the day is a poncha drink demonstration and tasting in Câmara de Lobos – a favourite holiday spot of Winston Churchill. Mariana says "be careful – poncha is so fruity and refreshing, but it hides a serious brandy kick."

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What's included
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  • check Water
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What to remember
  • As this is a private tour, you are in control. We offer a full-day itinerary which can be enjoyed at your own pace
  • Occasional late itinerary changes may be necessary for operational reasons
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring warm clothes
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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    Clemens B

    Travelled as a couple


    8 January 2026
    5

    Germany

    Liliana und Duarte waren Top Klasse, besser geht es nicht.

  • J

    Julie C

    Travelled as a couple


    7 November 2025
    5

    United Kingdom

    We enjoyed the whole experience. Prompt pick-up, luxury car, courteous driver and guide. Darlene was very knowledgeable and we learnt a lot about Madeira. Very good company. Included lunch at Porto Minez was very good. We saw so much in a day that we would never achieve ourselves.

  • L

    Lida

    Travelled with a group of friends


    8 November 2025
    5

    Germany

    Es ist/war eine wirklich zu empfehlende Tour. Ana Luisa, unser Guide, hat uns nicht nur informiert, sondern auch nach speziellen Wünschen gefragt und zum großen Teil umsetzen können. Ebenso möchte ich nicht vergessen unseren Fahrer zu erwähnen. Daniel hat es wunderbar gemacht.

  • J

    Jack

    Travelled as a couple


    1 April 2023
    5

    Germany

    Nein

  • N

    Nadine

    Travelled as a couple


    26 February 2023
    5

    Germany

    Wir hatten einen wunderschönen Ausflug mit Linda und Marcelho. Die beiden haben uns an einem Tag sehr viel von Madeira gezeigt und erzählt und sind individuell auf unsere Wünsche eingegangen. Die private Tour hat sich definitiv gelohnt, vielen Dank nochmal an die beiden!

  • M

    Miriam

    Travelled with family


    26 August 2023
    5

    Germany

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