Six wines, jeep roads, and cliff views. This Madeira combo tour strings together a wine tasting at Quinta do Barbusano and a wild open-top 4×4 adventure across the island, then caps it with the dramatic sightlines from Cabo Girão. If you like your day to feel like a good mix of local food and big scenery, this one is built for that.

What I like most is the focus on the wine side. You get a guided tasting of six wines paired with tapas, cheese, and chorizo (you pay extra for the guided tasting at Quinta do Barbusano). I also like that the jeep portion is kept small—limited to 8 persons per jeep—so you get better views and less jostling as you bounce along Madeira’s roads.

One thing to consider: some key stops are not included in the base price. Cabo Girão has an entry fee, and the Quinta do Barbusano guided tasting is an extra per-person charge, so you’ll want to budget before you go.

Key highlights before you go

• Small-group jeeps (up to 8 per vehicle) for better comfort on winding roads
• Six wines plus tapas and local pairings at Quinta do Barbusano (guided tasting is extra)
• Cabo Girão with a paid viewpoint stop for one of Madeira’s most famous sea-cliff views
• A mix of interior passes and coast towns so you see more than just one corner of the island
• Tunnel of Encumeada quick stop (free) to understand how the island connects north and south
• Guides can make or break the mood—Miguel is called out as fantastic, but pace and attitude can vary

A 3.5-hour mix of wine, viewpoints, and back roads

This is a 3 hours 30 minutes outing that’s designed to pack in multiple parts of Madeira without you doing the driving. Pickup is offered only in Funchal and Caniço de Baixo, and the overall group is capped at 30 travelers—then split into smaller jeeps of up to 8. That matters because Madeira roads can feel tight, and smaller groups help you actually enjoy the ride instead of spending the day negotiating for sightlines.

The pacing is “efficient,” not “slow and lingering.” You’ll have short stops at several scenic points and towns, and then you’ll spend more time at the big ticket item: the Quinta do Barbusano estate experience. If you love structured days with clear timing, you’ll likely enjoy it. If you prefer to wander at your own pace for an hour at a time, you may find the stops a touch brief.

Also keep the alcohol rules in mind. Only adults 18+ can take part in the wine tasting and any other alcoholic beverages, even though the tour itself is described as suitable for most travelers.

Quinta do Barbusano: your six-wine tasting with tapas, cheese, and chorizo

The heart of the experience is the stop at Quinta do Barbusano, a wine estate in Madeira’s wine country. This is where you’ll find the structured tasting: six different wines paired with tapas, cheese, and chorizo. In the pricing details, the guided tour and six-wine tasting is listed as €18.00 per person, so treat the base tour cost as the transportation + jeep portion, with the guided tasting as a worthwhile add-on.

Why this pairing works well: Madeira wine is not just something you sip—it’s tied to local growing conditions, and the tasting is set up to help you connect flavors to place. During the tasting, you’ll get explanations about grape growing and how climate, weather, and soil shape the wine. That kind of context helps you taste smarter, and it turns the experience from six pours into a story you can actually remember later when you’re back home.

One detail I appreciate is the way the estate is framed as more than a room with glasses. It’s an agricultural property with vineyards and gardens, so even if you only have about 1 hour at this stop, you get a sense of what a working vineyard environment feels like.

Guide factor matters here too. One guide is specifically praised by name—Miguel—and the feedback highlights that he was friendly and made the experience feel smooth and fun. If you’re the type who values a calm, confident host, that’s a good sign.

Cabo Girão: the cliff viewpoint you’ll remember most

At Cabo Girão, you’ll get the kind of view that makes you forget for a moment you’re on a schedule. Cabo Girão is described as a towering sea cliff, about 580 meters above the ocean (roughly 1,900 feet), and it’s one of the highest cliff faces in Europe.

The stop time is about 20 minutes, and the entry isn’t included: it’s €2.00 per person at the viewpoint. That’s a small fee, but it’s also an important one—this is the moment the tour cashes in on its “Madeira postcard” promise. With only 20 minutes, you’ll want to arrive ready to move quickly: find a spot for your photos, then take a minute to just look. If you wait for the perfect photo pose, you’ll run out of time.

Practical note: because this is a cliff viewpoint, dress for wind and keep your phone/gear secure. Even without details on weather, sea-cliff locations can be gusty.

Traveling the south coast: Quinta Grande, Campanário, Ribeira Brava, Serra de Água

You’ll pass through several south-coast communities as part of the jeep route, and this section is less about one single monument and more about the feeling of Madeira as lived-in countryside. The itinerary includes stops through areas like:

• Quinta Grande, known for terraced vineyards and traditional surroundings
• Campanário, a peaceful village linked to a fishing community and coastal cliffs
• Ribeira Brava, a coastal town with a scenic waterfront and historic architecture
• Serra de Água, whose name points to the area’s water-and-mountain nature

What this means for you: these are short “look and absorb” moments. You’re getting context for why Madeira wine matters, how the island’s slopes are farmed, and how the coast towns sit along steep drops. If you only visited Funchal and one viewpoint, you’d miss the island’s rhythm. This tour helps you connect the dots between vineyards, coastal communities, and road geography in a few hours.

The main tradeoff is time. The stops here aren’t long enough to do full on wandering or shopping, so don’t plan this tour as your substitute for a full day in one town. Think of it as a scenic sampler that sets you up for where you might want to return later.

Miradouro da Encumeada and the Tunnel of Encumeada (free stop)

One smart detail on the itinerary is the Tunnel of Encumeada / Miradouro da Encumeada stop, which is noted as about 20 minutes and free. This is the kind of place that doesn’t just show you a view—it shows you infrastructure that helps you understand how Madeira is shaped and connected.

Why I like this on a short tour: it breaks up the day. After wine and cliff viewpoints, it adds an engineering and route moment that feels practical. You get a quick window into how travel between north and south works on an island that’s anything but flat.

Also, it’s one of your guaranteed cost-free moments after you’ve already planned for paid viewpoints and tasting fees elsewhere.

São Vicente: a dramatic north-coast personality in limited time

Next up is São Vicente, on Madeira’s northern coast. This area is described as having dramatic cliffs, lush valleys, and volcanic caves. It’s also associated with a longer coastline and a different feel from the south.

With a short stop, you’ll probably experience this as a “vantage point” kind of moment—enough to clock the character of the north coast without expecting a deep exploration. If you’re the kind of traveler who loves contrasts, you’ll likely appreciate how the tour flips the scenery mood from one side of the island to the other.

A good way to enjoy a short stop like this: pick one direction to look for five minutes—coastline, valley lines, or any cliff faces you can spot. The reward of a short visit is often focus, not volume.

Camara de Lobos: ending with a fishing village backdrop

The last village mentioned is Câmara de Lobos, a fishing village on the south coast known for colorful boats, a harbor, and a waterfront promenade. Even if this is part of your “finishing the loop” portion of the day, it’s a pleasant send-off. It puts a human scale on the trip after the big scenery moments.

This kind of town stop is also a good reminder that Madeira isn’t only viewpoints. People live here, fish here, and build their day around the coast.

If you want more time in Câmara de Lobos, this tour can act as your teaser. You’ll leave knowing what to look for when you return on a separate day.

Price and logistics: what the $63.46 really buys

The price is listed at $63.46 per person, and the ride is typically booked about 15 days in advance on average. You’re getting: transportation in an open-top 4×4 jeep, a small-group format (up to 8 per jeep), and the structure to see multiple regions in a single day.

But here’s the key value point: you should mentally add the extras. The non-included costs listed are:

• Cabo Girão admission: €2.00 per person
• Quinta do Barbusano guided tour + 6 wine tasting: €18.00 per person
• Cruise dock extra fee: €5.00 per person

So if you’re doing the full itinerary with wine and the cliff viewpoint, you’re looking at more than just the base $63.46. Still, it can be a fair deal because the tasting is not just a quick pour—it’s a guided, multi-wine experience with food pairings.

Also note the adult rule again. The alcohol part is 18+ only, so if you’re traveling with younger adults, you’ll need to think about how they’ll participate during the tasting portion.

Finally, the maximum group size is 30 travelers, and the jeeps are limited to 8. That split helps make the day feel organized rather than chaotic.

Who this Madeira wine-and-jeep tour fits best

I think this works best if you want one of those Madeira days that feels like a highlight reel. It’s ideal for:

• Couples or small groups who like guided structure but still want lots of scenery
• Wine-curious visitors who want a short, focused introduction to Madeira wine at Quinta do Barbusano
• Travelers who don’t want to rent a car and want coastal villages plus viewpoints handled for them
• People who prefer a small jeep setup instead of being stuck on a big bus

If you hate time pressure, you might feel the short stops. And if you’re sensitive to how a driver handles the road, keep in mind the pacing can feel intense. One unhappy report called out an unpleasant, stressed chauffeur, while other feedback specifically praises Miguel as a standout guide—so the human element matters.

Should you book Green Devil Safari’s Madeira wine and Jeep adventure?

If your goal is a high-contrast day—wine tasting, big cliff views, and countryside driving—I’d say it’s a strong option. The small-jeep limit and the chance to get six wines with food pairings make it more than a casual drive-by sightseeing trip. Add in Cabo Girão’s height and you’ve got a real anchor moment.

I’d skip or rethink it if:

• You’re only interested in one specific area of Madeira and want long unstructured time there
• You don’t want to pay extras on the day (Cabo Girão + the guided tasting at Quinta do Barbusano)
• You’re uncomfortable with a schedule that moves from stop to stop

If you do book it, plan your budget for the paid viewpoint and guided tasting, bring layers for wind around cliff stops, and treat the tasting as the day’s “main event.” You’ll likely leave with Madeira flavors in your head and views you’ll want to talk about.

FAQ

How long is the Madeira wine tasting and Jeep adventure?

The tour duration is approximately 3 hours 30 minutes.

Is pickup included, and where does it pick up?

Pickup is offered exclusively in Funchal and Caniço de Baixo.

What’s included in the price, and what costs extra?

Included is the open-top 4×4 jeep excursion and the tour experience with wine focus. Not included costs listed are Cabo Girão (€2.00 per person) and Quinta do Barbusano (€18.00 per person for the guided tour and 6 wine tasting with tapas), plus a €5.00 per person cruise dock extra fee if applicable.

How many people are on the jeeps and what’s the group size?

Each jeep is limited to 8 persons. The overall tour has a maximum of 30 travelers.

Are kids allowed, and is wine included for everyone?

The wine tasting and any other alcoholic beverages are allowed only for adults 18+.

Can I cancel and get a full refund?

Yes. You can cancel for a full refund if you cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.