MADEIRA
Ranked by traveller popularity
The 10 most popular self-guided tours in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Sunrise hike from Funchal: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with a self-guided PR trail and door-to-door van transfer.
“The hike was absolutely incredible, and Diogo our guide was such a lovely bloke. Would definitely recommend!”
Shared van transfer from Funchal to Rabaçal for a self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco Levada hike with early-crowd timing.
“it's just transportation, if there are more of you it might be cheaper to book a taxi or bolt.. but everything was punctual, and it is definitely worth getting up early and beat the crowds.. you have plenty of time and if you are fast walker you can add PR6.2 and/or PR6.3 to your itinerary..”
Self-guided Caldeirão Verde hike in Madeira’s Laurissilva Forest. Shared van pickup, Levada walk, waterfalls, tunnels, clear route tips.
“Excellent tour guide and a very brilliant hike to experience.”
Sunrise hike from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro with a small-group transfer, self-guided trail options, and dramatic peak views in Madeira.
“This experience is a hit and miss. Be very aware the photos are one in a 100 event. If you do get lucky then the views are good otherwise it is not as described.”
Self-guided hike from Rabaçal to 25 Fontes and Levada do Risco with hotel pickup, map, early start options, and 5 hours on the trail.
“This wasn’t just a self guided drop off and pick up service. It was so much more, because our driver - Henrique, filled the whole journey with his local knowledge and valuable advice for a traveller that wants to get the best experience of the area.”
Self-guided Caldeirão Verde hike from Queimadas with pickup transfer, Laurisilva forest trail and waterfall views, plus a short PR loop.
“This was a great walk, you are in the shade a lot of the way so take some layers. Great communication from the company before the trip confirming pick up times and they were promptly there. The time given was probably too long and it could have been shortened by at least 39 mins if…”
Self-guided PR1/PR3 hike with morning transfer from Funchal or Caniço, weather tips, and a hot-chocolate finish in Madeira.
“It all went as planned and luis was good at guiding us before the hike and answering questions about the hike. He also took us to santana on they way back. If you are hiking pico ruivo and need a transfer I definitely can recommend this one 👌🏽”
Self-drive an electric car through Funchal with GPS, voice narration, and smart stops for market, cathedral, beach, and Câmara de Lobos.
“What a great way to travel’. A tablet with GPS is supplied so no worries on getting lost. Vehicle is easy to drive So helpful explaining everything and so friendly”
Self-guided GPS audio citywalk for Funchal cruise guests, from the harbor to wine, markets, cathedral and park.
“Just a recording on an app. Totally not worth it”
A self-guided English audio walk through Funchal’s Old Town, from the CR7 Museum to forts, chapels, markets, and wine.
“Excellent informative audio guide. I did have to check the navigation map a couple of times due to gps lag but the audio navigation prompts otherwise worked well. Recommended.”
