Madeira · MADEIRA JEEP & 4X4 SAFARIS
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An open-top jeep reaches corners of Madeira a coach never will: the Fanal laurels in the mist, the Porto Moniz pools, the terraces above Seixal. These are the best 4x4 safaris, best first, with routes, group sizes and prices, plus a note on which run east and which head wild into the west.
8-hour 4WD tour from Funchal with Skywalk views, black-sand Seixal, Porto Moniz lava pools, and Laurisilva + Fanal Forest.
“Really fantastic itinerary which manages to cover a lot in one day. Graham, our guide, was a whizz on the narrow roads and very knowledgeable. Had a fab time, thank you!”
8-hour open-top 4x4 jeep tour from Funchal to Porto Moniz pools, Seixal, Paul da Serra, and Fanal Forest with swim breaks.
“It was a brilliant day! The guide was knowledgeable and fun!”
Open-roof 4x4 jeep day in Madeira’s north with Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz pools, Cabo Girão skywalk, and Seixal black sand—guided.
“This was an overall great experience! Even though the weather got a little ugly on the north side of the island, David made it a very enjoyable experience. We got to see a lot of sights and when the weather cooperated back towards the south of the island, he opened up the top of the jeep.”
Full-day Madeira jeep adventure with Cabo Girão skywalk, Trompica off-road, Fanal forest, and Porto Moniz natural pools for $78.
“fun, so much variety, great knowledge and places to visit and advise maybe check if pools are open for swimming before going?”
West Madeira jeep safari with Fanal mist forest, Cabo Girão views, Porto Moniz pools swim, Seixal black sand, and Véu da Noiva.
“I went on this Safari a few days ago while I was staying in Madeira the views were just breathtaking would definitely go again, the driver was very friendly.”
Drive a 4x4 buggy through Madeira’s mountain tracks with Cabo Girão, viewpoints, and a local birds-of-prey stop, rain or shine.
“It was a great experience as not too much traffic. Tour time needed to be moved but ended up having a private tour due to limited buggies. Buggy was very easy to drive, Laura was very friendly, had a lot of knowledge and patient with us and took lots of photos!”
Full-day 4x4 Jeep tour from Funchal to Cabo Girão, Fanal and Porto Moniz natural pools, with off-road shortcuts and hotel pickup.
“Excellent Day out and a great way to see the Island, our driver was excellent, he brought us to some fantastic places”
Full-day East Madeira jeep safari with Pico do Arieiro views, Santana thatched homes, levada walk, and east-coast viewpoints plus rum tasting.
“Rodrigo was very knowledgeable and personable. Took us around all the must-sees. Thanks, Andy & Frankie”
Jeep safari from Funchal to Cabo Girão skywalk, Fanal forest, Porto Moniz natural pools, and Seixal on a small-group day.
“So fun! Our tour guide was excellent, very funny. The 8 hours went by very quickly and was very convenient that you get picked up and dropped off from your hotel. I would 100% recommend this activity—especially if you won’t be driving when you’re here.”
4-hour Madeira jeep adventure with Cabo Girão Skywalk, off-road views, Poncha break, and free wine tasting near Câmara de Lobos.
“Great viewing points. Really enjoyed the view of the Nuns Valley. Chris our driver was very informative and great fun he gave us lots of time to take photos so we can take the memories home with us. A big Thank you to him.”
A small-group jeep tour from Funchal to Cabo Girão and São Vicente, with off-road Laurissilva forest driving and a structured Madeira wine tasting.
“Daniel was a fantastic guide who provided extensive knowledge of Madeira throughout the trip. He was also very humorous and accomodating - making everyone feel comfortable and safe while having a good time. Driving through backroads of the forest was the highlight of the trip - lots of excitement! Daniel even pulled over quickly to help a tourist change their flat tire…what a nice guy!”
West Madeira by open-roof 4x4 with Funchal pickup, cliff viewpoints, poncha, Porto Moniz swims, and a UNESCO laurel forest walk.
“Our driver was Jorge, he was excellent. Took us " off road" which was an amazing experience. , not for the faint hearted. ! During our trip through the forest, he stoped and made fresh Poncha for us which was a real treat. He is such a lovely person and an amazing and safe driver. There were only my partner and I which was lovely. I couldn't recommend Jorge enough for this trip. 10/10.”
West Madeira 4x4 Jeep tour from Funchal with Cabo Girão skywalk, villages, Fanal forest, Porto Moniz pools, Seixal black sand, and poncha.
“Our pick up was perfectly on time in the right area and the drive through the mountains was gorgeous. We were taken to many popular places and viewpoints across the island including the glass sky walk and volcanic natural pool but our guide Felipe went above and beyond taking us to smaller unnoticeable points in the island to make our experience even better than we imagined. He went out of his way to give us the best taster and experience of the whole north and west of the island. Even down to small details like taking us to a traditional bar to taste the local wines of Madeira and their…”
Half-day Madeira village safari from Funchal: open-top views, Câmara de Lobos, the Cabo Girão glass skywalk, and Nun’s Valley lookouts.
“We really enjoyed the half day safari. We had a very cheerful guide who made us laugh lots throughout the trip. The first half we drove through tiny, narrow and very steep village streets. The tracks through the eucalyptus forest was amazing, the smell from the trees was so intense. These two parts were the highlight for us.”
8-hour small-group 4x4 jeep tour through Madeira’s northwest: Cabo Girão, Seixal black sand, Porto Moniz pools, Fanal forest.
“The trip is great. our guide Nunu is very knowledgeable and the take us to many great place. Some road are bit of adventure but it fun.”
