Off-Road Tour of Santana, Pico del Aieiro, & Punta de São Lourenço

On this off-road tour, we will explore the eastern side of Madeira, visiting highlights such as Santana, Pico do Arieiro, the Balcões viewpoint, Cova da Roda, and Ponta de São Lourenço.

Tour Details

At the specified time, we will pick you up from your hotel in Funchal by jeep and head northeast to discover the natural beauty of this region of Madeira.

Our first stop will be Pico do Arieiro, at 1,818 meters (5,964 feet), where we will enjoy panoramic views. This is the third-highest peak in Madeira.

Next, we will arrive in Santana. Before exploring its historic center, we will drive along the famous Levada dos Balcões trail to admire the surrounding laurel forests, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

We will stop at the Cova da Roda viewpoint before reaching the urban area of Santana, known for its triangular, thatched-roof houses that are over 250 years old.

We will then visit Porto da Cruz to learn about the ancient processes of Madeira rum production. The tour concludes at Ponta de São Lourenço, where you will experience its volcanic colors and cliffs.

After 7 hours, we will return to the starting point, concluding the experience.

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes hotel pickup from hotels located in the central area of Funchal. If you are staying outside this area, an additional pickup fee is required on the day of the activity.