Funchal

Sunrise Tours

Watch the sunrise above the clouds on this private guided 4x4 trip starting with pickup from your accommodation in Funchal or Caniço. Travel through the mountains 1,818 meters high to Pico do Arieiro, Madeira Island’s third highest peak. Hop on a Land Rover 4x4 directly from your hotel and head toward Pico do Arieiro, one of the few mountain peaks on the island accessible by car. Make a toast with a hot cup of coffee in hand and plunge back under the clouds.  Admire the mountain’s lush vegetation, including heather, moss, and the impressive purple Echium candicans, known as the pride of Madeira. Continue your adventure off-road and immerse yourself in the nature of the island before returning for drop-off at your hotel. 

Enjoy the beautiful Madeira Sunrise from the highest Madeira mountain peak, Pico Ruivo. At 1862 meters, (6,106 feet) high, it provides some of the most incredible views of the island from coast to coast. If the weather is clear, you'll have amazing views of the whole island by night. You'll be picked up at your hotel around 4:00 and taken to the north east of Madeira, Achada do Teixeira, at 1535 meters. Then your adventure begins, hiking around 1 hour to the highest Madeira peak with certified mountain guides. Once you reach the top, count down and wait for the beautiful colors of the sunrise. Guests are recommend to bring warm clothing for extremely cold conditions, and a rain coat (just in case). You'll head back for a sightseeing tour in an open-roof 4x4 vehicle, stopping at Santana city to look around and visit the traditional thatched houses and breakfast time. Continue the tour discovering other places hidden using the old / cobblestone roads. This will be one of the best tours in Madeira.   

The wild natural beauty will simply blow you away. This tour starts off with a pick-up from your hotel in Funchal and the first stop will be in Garajau. Here you will witness a magnificent view, and the Statue of Christ-King at Garajau, raised to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Spend time thinking over the religious importance reflected in a large statue.  Explore the trails and old roads of Santa Cruz, the immensity of handmade terraces. Enjoy the ride in an open top 4x4 wheel vehicle, giving you the best sights during the drive. See how the wild environment compares to the local lifestyle. Get local insights from your guide. Learn about the lifestyle supported by a unique city. This is a four hour guided tour, you will be returned to your pick-up point when the tour is finished.