Location: Porto Moniz
Top Things to do in Porto Moniz
10 Tours in Porto Moniz That You Shouldn't Miss
Porto Moniz (Portuguese pronunciation: [ˈpoɾtu muˈniʃ]) is a municipality in the northwest corner of the island of Madeira. It is located west of Santana and Machico, and northwest of Funchal. The population in 2011 was 2,711, in an area of 82.93 km².
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1. Private Small Group Full Day 4x4 Tour in Northwest Madeira
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 5 reviews
Take an exhilarating tour of the Northwest side of Madeira in an open-roof 4x4! Starting with pickup from your hotel or accommodation, climb aboard for a ride to Ribeira Brava - a beautiful city along the coast with amazing cliff-views of the sea surrounded by the gorgeous scenery of the Risco Falls and Laurel Forest. Your guide will take you down the old forest roads to Encumeada, Ginjas, Paúl da Serra, Fanal and Porto Moniz. You will have a chance to swim in the volcanic lava pools, visit Seixal and São Vicente, take photos, visit small villages, and do some local shopping. Group Maximum: 8 travelers
Inclusions: Local taxes, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only), Pick–up from hotels and guest houses outside of Funchal city will be charged with additional prices
Exclusions: Gratuities, Lunch, Pick–up from hotels and guest houses outside of Funchal city will be charged with additional prices:
Reviewed By Sabidai
We had an amazing day with Nuno. He took us to off-road areas, he was patient with us ans taught us all of his knowledge about the plants and the local history. Madeira is the whole world in a tiny size: within a 15 minutes drive one can feel in Ireland, in Hawai or in Central Asia. All of these with the soft-temper of Nuno and the Portuguese. I was concerned this day-trip could be a tourist rip off as one experiences sometimes. But it was not and we had an unforgetfull day. Do not pass on this day-trip!
2. Around The Island - Two Days Tour From 9am to 5pm (each Day)
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Get involved with nature, history and tradition. Feeling Madeira gives you adventure and a unique experience that you will never forget!
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Air-conditioned vehicle
Exclusions:
Reviewed By Mohammed3101
Excellent tour! All madeiras attractions summed up in one tour. Renauto the tour guide made it more amazing. Positive energy and very understandable language. Thumbs up and five stars from his friends from Denmark! Keep up the good work.
3. Private - Madeira Island Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
This tour is a private tour with max. 4pax. (Coronavirus update: we are a ''Clean and Safe'' company, respecting all the hygienic and personal protection measures according to the Portuguese Official Tourism Office). It has a duration of 8 hours and you get to know all the island. We do a trip passing in all the major points of the island. Cabo Girao Viewpoint, Poncha da Serra de Agua, Funchal, Camara de Lobos, Santana, Natural Swimming Pools Porto Moniz, Pico Areeiro and much more. You also can customize the tour. The price includes insurance, qualified and friendly guide. Free picnic and transport.
Inclusions: Driver/guide, Snacks, Bottled water, Beverages, Light refreshments
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Livvy1309
The 25 fountains walk was absolutely brilliant. The guide Luis was very knowledgeable and has a great personality! He knew lots of facts about the Levada’s and the history as well as being able to give us tons of information about Madeira as a whole. His English was fantastic and he got on board with all our jokes and chats which was great. This walk itself has quite a few steps, probably around 400 which are quite steep. It isn’t a hard walk but the way back up can be quite tiring - however there is the option to get in a mini bus up the hill, but this doesn’t avoid the steps. The views overall are amazing, Luis took us at the start of the day where the sky was clear, it was slightly cooler and it wasn’t busy at all. Most tourists come later in the day and it can be a bit of a squeeze passing on the steps. The actual fountain is very beautiful and we had a quick dip in the water, it was so so cold but defiantly worth it for a photo! Luis was more than happy to take any photos and pointed out the best spots to have them. I would 100% book with our guide Madeira again.
4. Madeira Off-Road Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 23 reviews
Madeira off-road tours, it’s all about our private and personalized service. As a traveler, you want to be less of a tourist and have more of an adventure, that’s why we’re staffed with only the most knowledgeable local guides, born and raised in the islands to provide you a truly memorable day here in Madeira!
Inclusions: Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities
Reviewed By andreil2021
Great experience. Very nice driver. We really enjoyed the trip, the views and the experience in general
5. Tour - 8 Villages to the West
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Once known as the Pearl of the Atlantic, there will always be reasons to maintain its designation. Amid belvederes, gardens and various high altitude peaks, Madeira is the ideal destination for a family holiday or a short trip for two.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, All Fees and Taxes, WiFi on board
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Reviewed By 57arthur
We have used Viator/Tripadvisor small group tours on many holidays, always excellent, and the ultimate 2 day tour was for us the ultimate tour I would recommend anyone taking this tour to have Renato Rodrigues as their driver/tour guide, because he gave us 2 interesting and memorable days. His extensive knowledge of the island and his way of interacting with his passengers meant that he was always able to answer our numerous questions, and we returned home with a much greater knowledge of Madeira even though we had made previous visits. If we had to choose, we preferred the West tour as the weather was better, but we enjoyed the East side as well. Thanks again Renato.
6. Hiking Tour: FairyTale Forest
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Join me on this enchanting hike through the mystical fairytale forest and along the Levada dos Cedros. Our tour takes us to the northwest of the island, to the so-called "Fanal area", where we marvel at trees of the laurel forest, which have been blooming here for several centuries. They are mostly surrounded by fog, covered with moss and lichen and give the forest a mysterious magic. Then we follow the levada in the middle of the refreshing nature. The perfect tour to relax and unwind.
Inclusions: Private transportation, Insurance, Guide
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By Sharon G
We went on the kings Levada walk with Alvaro our guide ,The walk was an easy one a bit slippery here and there but Alvaro takes care to tell you where and how to proceed at all times ,he was so informative with a fab sense of humour .So we booked another walk with him straight away as we enjoyed it so much .Just be aware you do need boots or good walking shoes when doing these guided walks we saw someone in flip flops attempting the walk he didn’t finish it !! He wasn’t with our group though .
7. Go West Tour - Madeira Island Excursion
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
This tour was designed to show you all the best of the Westside of Madeira Island. The landscape is breathtaking, the Natural Swimming Pools in Porto Moniz are a special treat. Cabo Girão cliff is a must stop for its amazing views. All and all this is the best option to discover the wonders of Madeira Island Westside.
Inclusions: Live commentary, Insurance
Exclusions: We stop for lunch or snacks. Customers can bring their own food., We stop for lunch or snacks. Customers can bring their own food.
Reviewed By M4210JArayr
Use this company!!! They are so friendly, informative and great value, far better than TUI, and other hotel booked Guides. We did the West Tour (full day) 3 years ago, and the East Tour (full day), and the Markets (half day) last week. Our guides Martha, and Hugo were brilliant. We would not use any other company!
8. West of Madeira Tour
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
You will go on a tour to the West of the island. Going through historical places that anyone arriving in Madeira should visit, such as Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ribeira Brava, Encumeada, Paúl da Serra, Porto Moniz, Seixal and São Vicente.
Inclusions: Licensed and certified guide
Exclusions: Lunch
Reviewed By 985janinem
We booked a private tour with DG Travel. There was 7 of us and we all loved it. Our tour guide John Richard picked us up from our villa, we were a little late getting ready and he was fine about it told us not to rush at all. I'd been worrying prior to going on the trip about my children travelling in a car all day (would they be safe, what would the driver be like etc). Richard was a great driver and I felt at ease straight away, the kids loved him. He was really informative and helpful throughout, he advised us where would be expensive in the tourist areas and where wouldn't. We had an 8 seater mini bus and we were all comfy throughout. The only downside to our trip was the weather. We couldn't see anything on the glass balcony and the volcanic pools were closed due to high waves. We all still had a great day out & will do the trip again next year when we return. My son (8) and daughters (18, 16 & 4) all loved the trip, it can sometimes be hard finding things to do everyone enjoys and wants to do as a family. I'd recomend booking in private groups if there are 6 + of you as we could spend longer in certain places if we wanted due to it being just us and it didn't cost us much more than if we had gone in a big group with others. The man that took our booking was really lovely and helpful too. I didn't get his name. He did give us his name & number to contact him if we needed anything during our time in maderia and we lost it.
9. Private Tailored tour to the West in a 4WD. No shared groups!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
These tours are made for the ones looking to spend one day with a local, like a local, avoiding masses and going off the beaten track. All the tours are provided just by one guide, myself, and i love my job,so, i always add something different to my tours making each one of them special, just like my guests and i will go over the extra mile to guarantee that. I start all my tours with a personal agenda, i want you to feel the love and passion i have for this amazingly beautiful island!
Inclusions: Detailed, tear and water proof map, Insurances required by Portuguese Law, All Fees and Taxes, Private transportation
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks in a typical, non touristic and genuine places
Reviewed By pedrogN9084YZ
Best 4WD tour in madeira by far and said by a local here !! Very friendly and helpful guy. With plenty of curiosities and fun facts about the tour. Very helpful in every way possible.
10. Private Tailored tour to the East in a 4WD. No shared groups!
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
These tours are made for the ones looking to spend one day with a local, like a local, avoiding masses and going off the beaten track. All the tours are provided just by one guide, myself, and i love my job,so, i always add something different to my tours making each one of them special, just like my guests and i will go over the extra mile to guarantee that. I start all my tours with a personal agenda, i want you to feel the love and passion i have for this amazingly beautiful island!
Inclusions: Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes, Insurances required by Portuguese Law, Detailed, tear and water proof map
Exclusions: Lunch and drinks in a typical, non touristic and genuine places
Reviewed By pedrogN9084YZ
Best 4WD tour in madeira by far and said by a local here !! Very friendly and helpful guy. With plenty of curiosities and fun facts about the tour. Very helpful in every way possible.
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