The 7 Best Mountain Tours in Madeira

1.Madeira Peaks Mountain Walk

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 380 reviews · 8 hours · from $50Our pick

Hike Madeira’s highest peaks from Funchal to Pico Ruivo with a guide, van transfers, dramatic views, plants, stairs, and practical tips.

“Absolutely amazing experience, highlight of our trip. Sara our guide and Nunu (?!) the driver where most professional & courteous. Highly recommending Lido Tours. They were prompt on picking us up from a location clearly communicated in advance. Sara was very knowledgeable of the hike, giving up plenty of information about the mountains, plants, birds. You could tell she takes a lot of pride in her job and her home island. The hike is challenging but rewarding. Lots of steps, but plenty of breaks. It is a popular route so there are many other people usually, including other groups, so at times the route needs to be navigated with care…”

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2.Santana & Peaks full day tour by Open 4×4

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 295 reviews · 8 hours · from $81

Ride Madeira’s open 4x4 roads from Funchal to Santana, Portela, Porto da Cruz, Laurisilva forest, and the island’s high peaks.

“Duarde was an excellent tour guide. Always made sure everyone was happy with his witty and humorous vibes.”

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3.Madeira Peaks – Mountain Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 293 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $52Top rated

Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with a guide, Funchal pickup, dramatic views, ancient heather forest, and practical mountain tips.

“Sara was great, provided us with information about the Madeira Vegetation. She was very friendly, patience and knowledgeable about her job as tour guide. I will recommend her without a doubt. Our original hike was to hike Pico Arieiro but because the landslides and closure of the trail for repairs Pico Ariero was canceled. . They offered us to hike Pico Ruivo, our hike was shortened by the circumstances but still it was a nice hike with amazing views.”

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4.Madeira Peaks – Open 4X4 Full-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 116 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $83

Review of Madeira’s 8-hour open-top 4x4 tour, with mountain tracks, Santana houses, rum tasting, viewpoints, lunch, and practical booking advice.

“Excellent and very knowledgeable guide. Plenty of time to see everything and great explanation of everything and pointing out lots of different things along the way”

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5.Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs (Nun´s Valley View) – Half Day 4×4 Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 87 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Ride Madeira’s old mountain roads in a private UMM jeep, with vineyards, Nun’s Valley views, Cabo Girão, and local villages.

“Miguel was fantastic, he knew the island and the people of the island. This was like a safari adventure as well as a cultural visit with a special freshly made Poncha drink. The views were breath-taking. Buses cannot access these roads. So glad we booked this one. We saw the different types of grape vines, fruits, bananas and so much more. This has been my highlight of our trip. My family loved it too. You will see the hospitality if you book this adventure.”

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6.4×4 Safari Half day Poncha, Mountains, Vineyards and Cabo Girão Small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $60

Review of Madeira’s small-group 4x4 tour through Câmara de Lobos, mountain viewpoints, vineyards, Cabo Girão, and traditional poncha.

“The jeep was a lot of fun but it would be good if there were more hand holds. It could be difficult for anyone with mobility issues. Tiago was a great guide and we learned a lot about life in beautiful Madeira.”

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7.,Peaks, Forest walk,Thatched Roofs, Rum factory

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 8 hours · from $35Best value

Explore East Madeira from Pico do Arieiro to Santana, a laurel forest walk, rum tasting, and Ponta do Rosto for $35.

“Fabulous day out. Our guide spoke very clearly and was most informative pointing out lots of interesting things/giving us factual info. Incredible places seen and the levada walk was beautiful with breath taking view point at the end of the trail. Highlight for us was Pico do Aireiro. Highly recommend this trip to anyone thinking of taking it”

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