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8 hours 30 minutes
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Island Explorer Madeira 4x4 aims to make Madeira Island known by sharing cultural curiosities with fun. The objective is to offer a playful adventure, through tours through the most emblematic points of our island, also including off roading that only an all-terrain vehicle can provide.
The maximum capacity of the tour is 6 people. Travel time already included in the total duration.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Not recommended for children under 3 years old
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Professional Guide/Driver
Pick up and drop off at the Hotel
Optional
Food and drinks
Gratuities
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The tour begins in Câmara de Lobos, a traditional fishing village that became known internationally through a painting by Sir Winston Churchill. The landscape of this city is marked by the presence of characteristic fishing boats, called “Xavelhas”.
Cabo Girao
We will go to the Cabo Girão viewpoint, with the famous glass suspended platform - “skywalk”, currently one of the most visited tourist attractions. Cabo Girão is the highest promontory in Europe at 580 meters high. The Cabo Girão viewpoint offers an unparalleled perspective over the cities of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
Pickup included
123 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
emmajaneburnett,
Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic day, Christophe our driver and guide was friendly, really knowledgeable and an all round lovely person. We learnt so much about this wonderful island, the history, the plant life and the best places to go to avoid the crowds. The off road experience made it even more fun.




P2936QHkarens,
Nov 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Christophe was punctual, enthusiastic, humorous and very knowledgeable about the Islands history, flora and fauna. We had a very enjoyable day and would definitely recommend. Karen and Nick
fredders1,
Nov 14, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fabulous fun trip with Christophe, great way to see more of the island without hiring a car or going on the more touristy trips. Itinerary was very well balanced, not rushed and adjusted to our preferences.
Meredith N,
Oct 28, 2025
- Review from Viator
What a fun day! Christophe showed us his country with such pride and detail. We learned so much and had a blast. He communicated with us thoroughly and was right on time for pick ups. We really enjoyed the other two people on our trip too. It was a great shared experience seeing the Fanal Forest, the Porto Moniz pools, the busy, but scenic look out at Cabo Girão, the off-roading, the poncha bar...and so much more. We had lots of time to stop and look around, take pictures and take it all in. It was a really great itinerary and filled with so much information about the various climates, changes and sights. We couldn’t have picked a better tour to see the west side of the island! Thanks Christophe!
kendonnellan,
Oct 26, 2025
- Review from Viator
We had a wonderful day trip with Christopher. It was quite an adventurous day. Christopher is a wonderful ambassador for the island - he is a most affable man, incredibly knowledgeable about the island’s history and its flora and fauna. We too witnessed his incredible empathy when he went out of his way to assist one of our fellow passengers by driving back to the spot where the man had left his bag, contacted his fellow guides on the island and finally taking the man to the police station. It is a trip we will remember for a long time. Thank you Christopher.



Ariol T,
Oct 24, 2025
- Review from Viator
I had forgotten how much fun a Jeep ride would be. And then again it wasn’t gonna be the same without a wonderful guy that we had Christophe He was funny optimist and took good care of all the people in the jeep. Toward the end of the adventure, I ended up losing my personal stuff, IDs and wallet, and he even paid out for the last few things which was very nice of him to do. And even drove me back to the location where I left the items which we were not able to find. But his kindness speaks volumes. And despite that bitterness at the end, the whole tour was phenomenal and I’ll do it again. I got to see so much of the island in one day.
Kristine D,
Oct 13, 2025
- Review from Viator
We couldn’t have asked for a better guide — Christophe was fantastic: friendly, funny, polite, and incredibly knowledgeable. His deep understanding of Madeira and the vegetation at different altitudes was truly impressive. He’s also an excellent driver who knows the island’s winding roads perfectly, which made us feel completely safe and relaxed throughout the trip. Christophe's open-roof Jeep was perfect for standing up and enjoying the full experience — feeling the breeze and taking in the sights, sounds, and scents of the island. The tour started right from our apartment, and at the end of the day, we were conveniently dropped off there again — everything was perfectly organized from start to finish. We were especially lucky to have the tour all to ourselves, just the two of us, which made it even more personal and memorable. Our day with Christophe was amazing — full of fun, laughter, and breathtaking views. Highly recommended!
636stevel,
Oct 11, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
We had a wonderful day exploring Madeira with Christophe. He collected us from our Airbnb in Ribeira Brava and we set off on an amazing day. Christophe took us to some breathtaking locations, he is very knowledgable and lots of fun. He kept four adults and two kids entertained all day with his stories and off road driving! 100% recommended.

Erick L,
Oct 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
This private day tour was one of the most beautiful experiences of my life. Christophe knows his island very well and discovering it with him was a privilege. I highly recommend it!
Alisha H,
Oct 2, 2025
- Review from Viator
The best way to experience Madeira in a short space of time. Christophe was an exceptional guide who took us ‘off the beaten track’ quite literally and allowed us to explore some of the most beautiful scenery that Madeira has to offer. We spent around 8 hours on our tour with plenty of time at each stop to explore, take photos and enjoy the stunning views. Pick up was straight forward and the ride was comfortable and exhilarating in equal measure!
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