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Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

By Heartbeat Madeira
10 out of 10
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Overview
  • Enjoy a thrilling cable car ride 600 m downhill to Achadas da Cruz
  • See the stunning natural pools at Porto Moniz
  • Be in awe by the fascinating black sandy beach at Seixal
  • Be transported to a fairytale at mystical Fanal forest
  • Marvel at Ribeira da Janela's rock formation

Activity location

    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Av. do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses 35, 9060-190 Funchal, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop next to the cable car. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedTransportation from meeting points in Funchal Center, Lido and Caniço
  • What's includedWhat's includedCable Car entrance fee at Achadas da Cruz.
  • What's includedWhat's includedLocal driver/guide
  • What's includedWhat's included1 bottle of water
  • What's includedWhat's included1 local drink (Poncha, beer or soft drink like a Brisa Maracujá)
  • What's includedWhat's included1 coffee (bica or garoto)
  • What's includedWhat's includedInsurance by local law
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedTransfer from outside Funchal or Caniço to the meeting point
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedPorto Moniz Natural Pools entrance fee (3 euros)

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Smoking in the vehicle, Vaping
  • Not suitable for: Children under 12 years, People with vertigo, Wheelchair users

What you can expect

Embark on a captivating journey through the enchanting west of Madeira, where every twist and turn reveals a new chapter of natural beauty and wonder.

First on our itinerary is the thrilling descent to Achadas da Cruz, a slice of paradise nestled amidst towering cliffs. As we glide down Europe's steepest cable car, the world unfolds beneath us in a breathtaking panorama.

Next, we find ourselves drawn to the refreshing embrace of Porto Moniz, where we find the popular natural sea pools with the black volcanic rocks. Here, the rhythm of the ocean lulls us into a state of pure relaxation, while hidden coves promise moments of solitude and serenity.

Our journey continues to Fanal Park, It seems straight out of a storybook. Walk among (hopefully misty) strangely shaped trees and keep your eyes peeled for the famous cows that sometimes appear out of nowhere in the mystical mist.

Then we descend to the outstanding islets of Ribeira da Janela where we find true enchantment, as we stand in awe of a rock formation that seems to defy gravity, rising majestically from the sea.

Our journey comes closer to and end when we visit Seixal, with the allure of a black sand beach and cascading waterfalls await.

And what better way to toast our adventures than with a sip of poncha, the island's signature drink? At a local bar, we raise our glasses to new friendships forged and memories made, savoring the sweetness of the moment.

Location

Activity location

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    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Av. do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses 35, 9060-190 Funchal, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop next to the cable car. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • R. Simplício dos Passos Gouveia 21, 9004-565 Funchal, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop in front of the hotel Porto Mare. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Estr. Avelino Pinto, 9125-257 Caniço, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop, just above the supermarket Mendonça. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Caniço, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Av. do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses, 9060-190 Funchal, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop next to the cable car. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Estr. Avelino Pinto, 9125-257 Caniço, Portugal | Please await in this location at the bus stop, just above the supermarket Mendonça. We will come to pick you up in this area.
    • Caniço, Madeira, Portugal