Small Group West Tour: Waterfalls & Fanal Forest Experience with Breathtaking Atlantic Views

Embark on a small group tour of the West of the Island, exploring waterfalls, the Fanal Forest, and breathtaking Atlantic views. Discover the natural beauty of Porto Moniz and experience the magic of the Fanal Forest with a knowledgeable local guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Baia de Camara de Lobos - The first stop is a small fishing village, “Câmara de Lobos”, which is located west of Funchal where the port is a small creek. A beach and harbor can be seen, with the houses heaped up around the bay. In 1949 Winston Churchill chose this place to paint its picturesque surroundings.
  • Cabo Girao - After visiting Camara de Lobos, you will head for worlds second highest sea cliff and Europe’s highest (580m) – (1775 ft). Here you can enjoy the beautiful views of Camara de Lobos and Funchal.
  • Ribeira Brava Beach - Ribeira Brava is the next stop on this journey. The town reflects the personality of the stream, from where it gets its name. Ribeira (river) Brava (wild). The mother church is its main point of interest. Built in the 16th Century it has undergone several alterations throughout time. It has a Flemish work of art and a valuable Manuel style baptism fountain. On the sea promenade the fort of São Bento is this town’s landmark. Here you can enjoy a cup of coffee.
  • Vereda do Fanal - Climbing to the mountain plateau of Madeira, we will find the Fanal forest, Fanal Forest is a magical forest on the Island. Often, but not always, there is mysterious fog in the forest amongst the 600 year old trees with there twisted branches. As you gradually enter an extraordinary landscape surrounded by a mysterious mist that creates a special atmosphere,
    Once at Fanal WEATHER PERMITTING you will be able to do a 15 minutes walk in Laurel tree Forest (Optional)
  • Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools - Driving through a zigzag road you will reach Porto Moniz. The main attractions are its beautiful natural pools. On the promenade which stretches from the naturals pools to the pier; you will find pleasant restaurants were you can try the local sea food or other delicious local dishes.
  • Miradouro do Veu da Noiva - Afterwards, leaving the porto moniz you will head to Brides Veil where you will travel the famous north coast route. Along with the small group, you will drive through Seixal, a picturesque village. Its spectacular coastline is towered by mountains where you will stop to see one of Madeira’s famous waterfalls, Brides Veil.
  • Sao Vicente - You will continue your journey to São Vicente, a charming little town with narrow picturesque streets, old houses, and immaculately white. The mother church, dates to the 17th century.
  • Caminho Real da Encumeada PR12 - The tour then climbs 1.007mts (3.303 ft), passing through the Laurissilva forest. At view point at the top, in good weather it is possible to view the North and South Coasts simultaneously.
What's Included
  • Hotel/port pickup and drop-off (Free for hotels in Funchal, Canico & Camara de Lobos)
  • Professional guide
  • Small group tours (8 to 16 people)
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Tours may be Cancelled Due to Weather Conditions or Events Beyond our Control.
  • Entrance at Cabo Girao View point extra 2 euros entrance fee
  • Gratuities
  • entrance at the nature pools extra 3 to 5 euros entrance fee
Additional Information

Experience the West Tour - Waterfalls and Peaks, and enjoy the hillsides and the waterfalls spilling down to the Atlantic. The natural sea pools at Porto Moniz and the coast roads hugging the contours of the mountains, passing through the Fanal Forest - the magical forest on the Island, a must see. This small group tour of 15 max, ensures a personalized experience full of insights from a local guide.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Baia de Camara de Lobos
Caminho Trincheira
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Grant_e
Aug 1, 2024
Very good - We had a very good tour with Susie. We were taken to lots of places on the Island and it was very interesting. Travelled as a family group.
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Brendamm7907dd
Jul 29, 2024
WEST TOUR WITH A SPECIAL TRIP TO SEIXAL- JUST FOR US - OUR TOUR WAS THROUGH MADEIRA TOURS AND OUR TOUR GUIDE WAS SUSANA. SHE WAS GREAT WITH OUR FAMILY AND MADE OUR TOUR VERY PERSONALIZED. SHE WAS EXTREMELY ACCOMMODATING AND WE GIVE HER ALL THE STARS! THE WEST TOUR WAS BY FAR OUR FAVORITE. TELL SUSANA "GRANNY" SAYS HELLO.
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Nick_a
Jul 27, 2024
West Island and pool tour - Great trip. Great guide! We saw so much of the island it was amazing! If I had a suggestion it would be skip a couple of smaller stops and allow longer time at the remaining ones. Also I did not think the lunch at the pools (that the guide arranged) was worth it. Service was a little slow and I wasn’t at the pools to sit and eat, I was there to use the pools. There are plenty of quick lunch options at the pools. The pre-arranged lunch I would skip next time.
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Eszter_z
Jul 11, 2024
Great way to experience the island - Excellent day trip with George as our guide. He was a great driver and very informative throughout the tour, giving us an insight into local life. Plenty of time to explore each location and really felt we got to see lots of the island.
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Yannick_g
Jul 4, 2024
Great experience - We had lucky weather! Most memorable events were the beautiful Fanal forest and our swim in the natural pools! Additionally the guide is very friendly! FYI, you have more than enough time to eat at Porto Moniz :)
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John_m
Jul 4, 2024
Great Day Trip - Incredible trip around a number of locations of Madeira. Several stops are quite short so be prepared to move about quickly. Highlight was certainly Porto Moniz. You can swim in the open pools but also there is safe access to the ocean and if you’re really daring a diving board into the ocean. Spent 2 hours army this location but could have easily enjoyed 3 hours there. Great value for money, driver was polite and informative. We travelled on a 16 seater Vauxhall minibus.
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Istvan_v
Jun 14, 2024
The Island of wonders - The centire route is beautiful. The biggest fun was to swim in the naturális pools in P. Monis. The guide was excellent driver, host and fluent in English. I wish I could come again.
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Janice_j
Jun 5, 2024
Great tour - Andre was a great guide, the tour was so much more than expected. A very enjoyable, informative day out.
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Phil_s
Jul 3, 2024
Not as described unfortunately - The tour guide was almost an hour late, without any explanation. Itinerary was not as described- we selected this tour because it spent the most time in fanal forest (35 minutes) which was what we wanted most. Unfortunately, we stopped for less than half of this time there (15 minutes). The other highlight was the natural pools, but this was also shorter than described (probably because the tour started late), so our time at the pools felt very rushed. This tour was described as a waterfall and fanal forest tour, but we only saw two waterfalls and these were right at the very end of the tour!
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Simon_s
Jun 7, 2024
Horrible. - The worst tour arrangement we have ever had. I am 75 years old had to be in the back of a small van without air for 8 hours tour. I had to get out and get in banging my head over the door every time. The driver made no effort to manage the situation, young people were sitting upfront and old in the back.
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