Madeira · MACHICO & PORTO DA CRUZ
The 15 best machico & porto da cruz tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Review of Madeira’s PR8 Ponta São Lourenço hike, with shared transfers, trail advice, costs, timing, crowds, swimming, and honest practical tips.
“Great experience and a very friendly and knowledgeable guide Nuno, would definitely recommend to other travellers, advisable to arrive early to avoid the crowds”
Hike Madeira’s rocky Ponta de São Lourenço peninsula from Funchal, with cliff views, volcanic formations, island scenery, and time to swim.
“Beautiful day, gray walk and very contrasting scenery, we had the choice of walking back or speed baiting back but we walked as it was so beautiful.”
See Madeira’s whales and dolphins from Machico, with a marine biologist, small boat, coastal views, and possible dolphin swims.
“Unexpectedly fun and exciting! Loved the ride itself and seeing wales so close! Highly recommend it!”
Hike Madeira’s Larano Cliff from Machico to Porto da Cruz, with ocean views, local history, hotel pickup, and a friendly multilingual guide.
“Amazing experience! Our guide, Charlotte was great (not to forget our driver Nunu, sorry if I spelt it wrong). Beautiful and a very informative and friendly guide.”
Kayak along Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço, ride a Zodiac from Quinta do Lorde, swim in clear water, and enjoy a small-group tour.
“very nice afternoon out. the staff new much about the área, we had a great time”
Learn to surf Madeira’s black-sand beaches in Porto da Cruz with certified instructors, small groups, and flexible tide-based meeting points.
“Die Aktivität war okay. Leider wurde in der früh die Entscheidung getroffen, vom Strand mit Wellen zum Strand ohne Wellen zu wechseln. Als Begründung wurde die starke Strömung angeführt. Jedoch war hier der Hintergrund, dass es durch die Strömung wohl zu anstrengend gewesen wäre, den Unterricht durchzuführen. Lebensgefährdende Gründe wurden nicht angeführt. Surfen ohne Wellen macht nunmal keinen Spaß.”
Walk Madeira’s Maroços Levada through Machico’s Mimosa Valley, with farm views, local fruit stalls, hotel pickup, and a multilingual guide.
“An excellent morning hike/stroll. one of our party fell ill and needed medical attention. our guide reacted quickly to the situation and had some medical aids with him. The guide took the person to a medical center and arranged for the rest of the group to continue the walk with a guide from another company. Thanks to everyone thinking the situation through we all managed to finish the walk and we sincerely hope our companion makes a full recovery. Thanks to Reuban and driver Marco”
Review of Madeira’s Maroços Mimosa Valley walk, with levadas, local life, Machico views, hotel pickup, price, and practical tips.
“The actual walk was great. All on the flat and about 6km. The guide was also good and very informative about the flora and fauna, although by the very nature of the Levadas you are walking in single file and if you are at the back you are unable to hear.”
Ride from Cais do Sardinha to Madeira’s oldest lighthouse, sea caves, quiet bays, and Prainha’s black sand beach.
“The ticket office person in Quinta do Lorde was very friendly and helpful in organizing last minute boat ticket for my wife to Cais do Sardinha while I was hiking there simultaneously. The RIB-boat tour further from Cais to Sardinha to lighthouse and back to village was nice experience with very lively quide.”
Explore Madeira’s eastern peaks, forests, Santana homes, and Ponta de São Lourenço on a small-group 4x4 tour with hotel pickup.
“First of all Toni is extremely likeable and his infectious enthusiasm for all things Madeira comes through in abundance. The tour to the east side of the island took in all the notable sights that we wanted to see and also some wonderful routes through woodland that only a 4x4 vehicle could take. Nothing was hurried or too much trouble and therefore we cannot recommend this tour highly enough. Thank you Toni!”
Hike Madeira’s Vereda do Larano from Porto da Cruz to Machico with private transport, English guidance, coastal views, and a flexible pace.
“Hugo was incredibly friendly and helpful throughout my experience. While driving, he shared valuable insights about the island, making the journey even more enjoyable. He was always quick to respond to messages via WhatsApp or text, which made communication seamless. I genuinely recommend his services to anyone looking for a reliable and informative guide.”
Walk Madeira’s Maroços Levada from Funchal for farm terraces, Machico views, local life, hotel pickup, and a gentle 6-kilometer route.
“Spent a lot of time looking into Levada tours… some are for adrenaline junkies who like the heights. As someone who is a bit wary of heights I wanted a walk that gave a feeling of elevation, good views etc. This walk was a perfect combination. The valleys are agricultural as opposed to mountainous and show how the levadas are used on the terraces by farmers. There are some open, steepish bits but nothing to worry about. The walk takes in views of villages and farmsteads, old terraced platforms with farmers tending crops. It gives a good picture of agricultural life. The route follows the valley around both sides, it…”
Walk Madeira’s Levada dos Maroços through terraces above Machico, with mountain views, local farms, fresh fruit, and hotel pickup.
“Leider hat man in der wandernden Schlange nicht immer den Guide gehört.”
Hike Madeira’s Larano trail from Machico to Porto da Cruz with a small group, local guide, coastal views, levadas, and a rum distillery stop.
“We did two customized, private tours with an amazing experience. Super professional, kind, funny guide! Great car, very flexible. Easy communication. Clear focus on sustainability. Small company, personal approach. Great opportunity to support small business.”
Explore Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço by sea, see its old lighthouse and caves, then swim at clear-water Cais do Sardinha.
“Very nice experience and very nice staff. They took us on a longer path than expected, and also have been very useful with the explanations. Sometimes it was difficult to hear them, because of wind and noise, so a voice amplifier might be useful. But all in all a great experience, felt very safe at all times, especially in the bigger waves up north.”
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