Madeira · GUIDED
25 reviewed
Good guided tours fill up fast between May and September, and the small-group ones go first. Below are 15 that hold up, with current prices and the one thing that makes each different from the next.
Sunrise hike over Madeira’s highest peaks with door-to-door transfer from Funchal and Caniço, self-guided trail with instructions.
“Such a beautiful way to start the morning!! Detailed instructions given before pickup, and on the day so you feel safe and ready for the hike!! Fantastic driver with loads of information about the hike, Funchal and Madeira, would highly recommend”
Full-day Madeira jeep tour: Cabo Girão skywalk, Trompica off-road, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz natural pools, pickup from Funchal.
“Amazing day, Paulo was great guide and host. Really enjoyed it coming back and will book again with this company. Thank you for such an amazing experience, it was so worth it!”
Guided Levada walk from Funchal through Rabaçal Valley, ending at Levada das 25 Fontes with 25 spring cascades and a long wet tunnel.
“It was a great trip, very well planned and organized, and our tour guide Sara talked about Madeira in a very interesting way.”
A 7-hour guided loop of Western Madeira, from Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão to Fanal mystic forest and Porto Moniz pools.
“Lucas our guide was friendly and approachable and gave us plenty of information about the places we visited. The trip took in some spectacular and beautiful scenery and we had enough time at each location to enjoy it. I would recommend this tour to get to see some of the wonderful places in the west of Madeira.”
A guided Madeira West day tour that mixes cliff views, fishing villages, UNESCO Fanal Forest, and Porto Moniz pools in 7 hours.
“fantastic trip brilliant guide could not fault anything. Definitely recommend”
East Madeira highlights from Pico do Areeiro to Santana and rum tasting at North Mills, with an easy levada viewpoint walk.
“Great tour ! Beautiful views and so much fun . Thanks to William (the guide) who brought so much laughter and joy making the trip enjoyable and unforgettable!”
Self-guided hike from Funchal to Rabacal Park, combining 25 Fontes and Risco Levada with a transfer designed to beat crowds.
“Excellent experience in all ways. Communication, pickup, driver was engaging and provided safe trip with excellent driving skills on the Madeira curvy roads in addition to great tips on trails. GO ON THE EARLY TRIP - worth avoiding the crowds!”
Shuttle to Queimadas Natural Park for a self-guided Levada hike in Madeira’s Laurissilva forest with waterfalls and tunnels.
“Very convenient shuttle to/from the trailhead, guides gave great tips on where to eat/drink after the hike!”
Ride a guided tuk tuk through Funchal’s Old Town and 4 viewpoints, with hotel pickup and local stories, for great value in 1.5 hours.
“Carla was picking us up at the hotel, and what a lovely lady!! Very cheerful, friendly and she told us so many things about Madeira. Would highly recommend it to anyone that visits Madeira. What a great tour! 😄 Special thanks to Carla”
Guided H.M. Borges winery tour in Funchal with wine tasting options and Madeira aging stories, plus sweet snacks and art in the tasting room.
“Guide was amazing, really explained things well. the wines were not for my taste but can't fault anyone for that”
Tuk tuk tour of Funchal with Old Town sights, Marmeleiros viewpoint, and Monte toboggan fun, with pickup and guide included.
“Incredible guides. So helpful and knowledgeable. Would absolutely recommend.”
Sunrise hike on Madeira with pickup in Funchal, small shared transfer, and self-guided PR1 timing on Pico do Arieiro.
“Great pick up at hotel and trailhead. We were well informed on what to expect, shown maps, and felt very prepared.”
Sunrise hike to Pico Ruivo in Madeira with hotel pickup, head torch, tea, and small-group pace. Watch Milky Way and golden dawn.
“A magical and unforgetable experience! A very knowledgeable, friendly and caring guide.”
2-day guided Madeira loop from Funchal: Cabo Girão views, Porto Moniz volcanic pools, Pico Arieiro, and Bridal Veil Waterfall.
“Brilliant! The two day tour is honestly a must do! You see soo much of the island and learn a lot of history about Madeira. We had Sergio on the first day and Ronalto on the second. Both guides were extremely knowledgeable and also funny! They interacted with us throughout the journey keeping us entertained. Each location we stopped off at we were given enough time to explore and take pictures. The tour is great value for money and I 100% recommend!”
2 hours in Funchal by tuk tuk, past Old Town sights and the market, then into Madeira’s Botanical Gardens for plant-and-view time.
“Ines was very friendly and we were able to First go up to the Botanical Garden, visit it while she waited and then do the tour through the streets of the City.”
