Private Magical Shore Excursion West
Why we love it?
The Private Magical Shore Excursion West is a 7-hour and 30-minute tour designed for families seeking an intimate exploration of Madeira's stunning western coast. The itinerary includes visits to the picturesque towns of Caniço, Ponta Do Sol, and Porto Moniz, showcasing the island's natural beauty and unique landscapes. With a local guide providing personalized insights, this excursion allows travelers to enjoy a tailored experience without the crowds, making it ideal for those who prefer a more exclusive and leisurely pace. The convenience of pick-up and drop-off at the cruise terminal enhances the overall experience, ensuring a seamless adventure.
Inclusions
- private tour - only your family
- pick up / drop off at the cruise terminal
- Local Guide
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- vegetarian/vegan option available
Itinerary
Step 1
It's a completely free tourist attraction, so getting there is the only cost you'll have to endure. Extending your visit to the Cabo Girão cliffs
Step 2
The municipality gained its name due to its river - Ribeira Brava, which translates as 'the angry river'. In rainy seasons, the river had an extremely strong and powerful current, that often wreaked havoc over the entire eight kilometres of the route.
Step 3
The waterfall cascades over the rockface onto the old E.R.101 regional roadway, and spills into the sea below
Step 4
it is the largest and most extensive plateau of Madeira about 24 km2 (9.3 sq mi), with an altitude average of about 1,500 m (4,900 ft). Its highest point is the peak pico do Paul at 1,640 m (5,380 ft) from where you can admire the length of the entire plateau.
Step 5
The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type, which covered much of Southern Europe 15-40 million years ago.
Step 6
The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type, which covered much of Southern Europe 15-40 million years ago.
The ravine
Ribeira da Janela, meanders through the parish from Paul da Serra (springing from the plateau at around 1,420 metres altitude) and flows at various intervals along the water course.
Step 8
Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela is an epic coastal spot with some truly remarkable rock formations just meters from the shore. Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela is located on the western end of the north coast of Maderia Island in Portugal. It’s 45-kilometers from the main town of Funchal.
Step 9
It is unclear when the area of Porto Moniz was first colonized, although it is likely that it occurred at the beginning of the last quarter of the 15th century. Francisco Moniz O Velho, is referred to as one of these first settlers, who had uncultivated lands in this area and was responsible for establishing a farm and chapel
Step 10
With their natural beauty and peculiar origins, theses pools are an attraction for thousands of national and international tourists alike. The water is of excellent quality and the infrastructures match the level of excellence of this beach complex.
Step 11
This is precisely the stunning scenery of one of the most popular beaches in this parish, Porto do Seixal Beach, a natural black sand beach located right next to Seixal harbour. With a breathtaking landscape — the green cliffs and mountains of the island's north coast —
Step 12
this unsupervised beach offers its visitors access to the toilet facilities, showers and the bar of Clube Naval do Seixal Pools, right next to it, which is a free access facility with a natural pool and sun loungers.
Please Note
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Not stroller accessible
- Not suitable for pets
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- The pick up and drop off from the cruise dock is included, and our 4x4 vehicle and guide will be
- waiting near your cruise.
Know Before You Go
- Public transportation nearby
- Infants must sit on laps
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
