Most Popular5.0·Funchal, Madeira·8h
LARANO / BOCA DO RISCO
On this trek we will have the perspective of exuberant beauty of the northeast coast of the island,...
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About this activity
Explore Madeira's dramatic western coast and volcanic plateaus on this comprehensive 8-hour journey, stopping at dramatic cliffs, traditional fishing villages, natural pools, and mountain viewpoints that showcase the island's raw geological beauty and cultural heritage.
On this day you will discover several natural wonders, as well as surprising landscapes.
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.
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.
Highlights
- ✓Câmara de Lobos — the picturesque fishing village immortalised in Churchill's 1950 painting
- ✓Cabo Girão — Europe's highest sea cliff at 580m, second globally
- ✓Paúl da Serra — Madeira's largest highland plateau with sweeping vistas
- ✓Porto Moniz natural pools — swim in Atlantic-fed volcanic basins
- ✓Encumeadas viewpoint (1,007m) — panoramic west-coast scenery
- ✓São Vicente & Seixal — waterfalls and dramatic northern coastline
Insider tips
- ★Bring swimwear and a towel for Porto Moniz's natural pools — water is cold year-round but refreshing on warm days
- ★Wear layers; temperatures drop significantly at high-altitude viewpoints like Paúl da Serra and Encumeadas
- ★The tour passes through Madeira wine-producing regions — ask your guide about vineyard terracing techniques unique to the island
Good to know
- •8-hour full day; hotel pickup and drop-off typically included (confirm at booking)
- •Snack stop in Porto Moniz; bring cash for local refreshments and pool facilities
- •Roads are winding; not ideal for those prone to motion sickness
- •Comfortable walking shoes essential; several moderate walks at viewpoints
Who it's for
Scenic landscape and photography enthusiastsActive travellers seeking coastal and mountain views in one tripCruise passengers (shore excursion friendly, 8-hour format)History buffs interested in Churchill's connection to Madeira
Best time to visit
Visit May to September for warmest weather and calmest seas; mornings offer clearest views at high-altitude viewpoints before afternoon clouds roll in. Winter (November–February) brings lower prices but increased cloud cover and occasional road closures due to weather.
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