1 / 5Full Day West Madeira Tour
About this activity
This day trips & excursions is one of the standout things to do in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal. Rated 4.2/5 by 5 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €40 per person. To explore the west coast of Madeira, we start with a visit to Câmara de Lobos, followed by Cabo Girão at 580 m high, which is famous for its suspended glass platform. We will then proceed to the parishes Ribeira Brava, Ponta de Sol (where the most beauti
Start in Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque fishing village featured in Sir Winston Churchill's 1950 painting.
Continue the journey towards Cabo Girão and admire the wine fields, used for the production of the famous Madeira Wine.
Reach the highest maritime cliff in Europe, and the second highest in the world, Cabo Girão at 580 meters high.
Follow the west coast until you reach Ribeira Brava, and the Encumeadas viewpoint, at 1007 meters. Admire the wonderful landscapes both on the coast and on the island.
Proceeding, you will cross the plateau of Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau on the island of Madeira.
Stop for a snack in Porto Moniz, a famous spot in the north of the island, known for its natural pools.
Driving towards São Vicente, you will enjoy the small waterfalls, passing through Seixal, along the way.
End of the day with a visit to São Vicente.
Return to the Hotel.
Good to know
- •Duration: approximately 8 hours.
- •Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
- •Offered in 6 languages.
- •Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Funchal, Madeira is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular day trips & excursions slots in Funchal, Madeira sell out.