Madeira · PRIVATE DRIVERS
12 reviewed
Good private driver days fill up fast between May and September, and the small-group ones go first. Below are 12 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”
Round-trip transfer from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro and hike to Pico Ruivo, self-guided with clear instructions and mountain scenery.
“Great experience and great insight into Madeira culture and ways from Phillip, the guide on the way there and back.”
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!”
Easy paced PR8 hike on Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço, with shared transfers from Funchal and time to explore ocean views.
“Good driver with a lot of knowledge! Also when you want to go back with the boat to also see another angle of the peninsula they pick you right up at the harbour.”
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!”
A small-group, self-guided PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde day with smooth hotel pickup, tunnel time, and a waterfall lake finale in Madeira.
“Very nice day. Flat roads. But in total it’s 18km so be ready!!! 4 tunnels in total that you need to do it twice since it’s the same way to go back. You can use your phone for the light torch 🔦.”
Madeira PR8 transfer: local pickup to Ponta de São Lourenço. Self-guided PR8 coastal hike, possible sunrise, return included.
“Fabio was great! He is very knowledgeable and provided interesting information.”
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.”
Private transfer to Pico do Arieiro, independent hike to Pico Ruivo, then pickup from Achada do Teixeira, Madeira views all day.
“Great experience! Our driver, Radko, was super friendly, knowledgable and timely! We had an amazing time.”
Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with easy transfers, small-group logistics, and a medium-hard 11 km trek back.
“Great hike. We made a mistake with directions on the return but received an inappropriate response from the operator when we explained difficulty experienced during the hike.”
Madeira 5-hour boat trip with hotel transfer, dolphins, snorkeling, buffet lunch, and drinks, run by a friendly crew from Funchal.
“What I liked the most was the crew's attention to passengers and what they could improve is the info given when touring, sea , island and towns facts....”
Stress-free shuttle from Funchal, Caniço, or Garajau to Rabaçal for the 25 Fontes hike, with roundtrip timing included.
“Everything was very well organized. I did PR6 and it wasn‘t challenging at all. Beautiful scenery and waterfalls. Make sure to bring a water-proof jacket.”
