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, Balcões viewpoint, Cova da Roda, and Ponta de São Lourenço.

Tour Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in Funchal by jeep and head northeast to explore the natural beauty of this part of Madeira.

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

Next, we'll visit Santana. Before exploring its historic center, the jeep will take us along the Levada dos Balcões trail, where we’ll admire the surrounding laurel forests, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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

Next, we will head to Porto da Cruz, where we'll learn about the production of Madeira rum. The tour concludes at Ponta de São Lourenço, known for its volcanic hues and cliffs.

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

Hotel Pickup

This tour includes hotel pickup only from hotels in the central area of Funchal. If you stay in another area, an extra pickup fee will apply on the day of the activity.