• Funchal - Your private tour kicks off with a transfer from your hotel or apartment in my UMM, an open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep equipped with a cover for all weather conditions.

Prepare to be captivated by panoramic views and immerse yourself in nature while discovering Madeira’s traditions and history.

Enjoy a relaxed, safari-style tour, visiting must-see locations!

I’ll guide you off the beaten path whenever possible, traveling through old roads and off-road trails to remote places, hidden valleys, and mountain villages, showcasing the island’s wild beauty in a calm, safe, and relaxed manner.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots along our route, experiencing an exciting open jeep ride that awakens all your senses.

By the end of the tour, you’ll want to return and spend more time in my paradise :)

• Madeira Botanical Garden - Our Jeep journey begins from Funchal to Poiso at 1,412 meters altitude, passing by Shoupana Hills and Montado do Pereiro (a protected Natural Area), with the beautiful bay as our backdrop.

We’ll take the back roads through Funchal’s hillside, revealing a hidden view of the stunning bay.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

• Choupana Hill S - After pausing at a beautiful viewpoint, we’ll continue ascending the hill via old roads and off-road trails, stopping at all the prime photo spots in a calm, safe, and relaxed manner, far from the usual tourist paths.

• Poiso - As we climb to the island’s third-highest peak, Pico do Areeiro at 1,818 meters altitude, we’ll keep stopping at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

Often, we’ll be above the clouds, offering breathtaking views of both the south and north sides of the island.

• Pico do Arieiro - We’ll stop at Pico Do Areiro, the island’s third-highest peak at 1,811 meters above sea level. The views are usually dramatic, and we tend to spend a good amount of time here.

After exploring and taking pictures, we’ll venture to the island’s north side, including Ribeiro Frio and Faial, along the ancient royal footpath. Here, we’ll be captivated by the geometry of the island’s oldest terraces, crossing the wonderful Laurisilva forest and water springs that supply the trout tanks. You’ll be amazed by the isolated rural nature of the villages we visit.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere.

• Ribeiro Frio - As we pass through the magnificent Laurisilva forest and water springs, we’ll have time to stop and, for the more adventurous, taste the water hehehe.

After that, we’ll cross the heart of the Laurisilva forest, descending through Ribeiro Frio and observing the fauna and flora of this wonderful millenary forest, protected by UNESCO.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

• São Roque do Faial - As we continue our descent, we’ll be able to admire the imposing rock formation Penha d’Águia (Eagle’s Rock) as we climb the mountainside.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

• Miradouro do Cruzeiro - We’ll make a stop at a local bar with local prices.

After that, we’ll embark on a spectacular off-road journey, enjoying wonderful scenery.

• Caminho da Cova da Roda - We’ll cross the mountain towards Santana, embarking on a spectacular off-road journey, enjoying wonderful scenery.

We’ll stop at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

In the middle of the off-road journey, we’ll make a longer stop to enjoy the wonderful scenery.

• Pico das Pedras - After the off-road journey, we’ll arrive at Pico das Pedras and immediately begin our descent to Santana.

Here, you’ll find the traditional, authentic A-frame houses you might have seen online or in guidebooks. We’ll see many agricultural terraces, meet locals, and have lunch at a local restaurant to try the local cuisine.

(Lunch is an optional extra — not included in the price but highly recommended).

• Santana - In Santana, it’s time to visit a genuine Santana House, a traditional triangle-shaped house from this area of Madeira, about 240 years old, and have lunch at a local place where you can try traditional local dishes like espetada, tuna, or Peixe-Espada.

(Lunch is an optional extra, not included in the price, and highly recommended) - 12,00€

We’ll visit a real, typical Madeira house, not a touristy one.

• Faial - After that, we’ll head back along the north coast, enjoying the amazing views of Faial and Porto da Cruz, stopping at all the prime photo spots, maintaining a relaxed atmosphere, far from the usual tourist paths.

• Porto da Cruz - If the weather permits, we’ll walk a section of a levada for about 30/40 minutes (2 km), stretching our legs along one of Madeira’s unique water canals.

• Estrada dos Maroços - After the “Levada walk,” we’ll return along the eastern coast, passing by Maroços and Machico (the bay where the Portuguese landed in 1419/20).

• Machico - We’ll finish with the perfect ending, our famous freshly homemade Poncha drink!

All of this is done in a very relaxed, informative, and fun way, going off-road and off the beaten path, providing a great overview of the island, cruising through the mountains in the morning and along the sea in the afternoon.

• Santa Cruz - This is a fun and informative trip for all ages and a great “first tour” for anyone visiting our beautiful island.

A day to remember for years to come…

Go ahead and Book Now! Spaces are limited!

• All fees and taxes included

• Lunch

Immerse yourself in a wealth of experiences on this tour! Delve into local culture, marvel at stunning landscapes, and embark on exhilarating hikes from the coast to the peaks of Madeira, veering off the well-trodden path.

A treat for mountain connoisseurs, winding road enthusiasts, nature trail buffs, culinary adventurers, and fans of local drinks with an eagerness to explore.

Arm yourself for a visual feast of bird’s eye views and delve into the essence of nature while soaking up all there is to know about Madeira’s heritage and stories.

For your journey, I offer the perfect vehicle - an open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep, UMM, equipped with a cover for various weather conditions, and a wealth of innovative ideas to guide you to must-see locales.

Come join me for a relaxed exploration and sheer fun, sans any hurry…

Should the weather be kind, we’ll take a 30/40-minute jaunt on a section of a levada.

I go above and beyond to ensure that your experience stands out as truly unforgettable.

Jeep seating arrangements: 8 seat capacity (7 Guests + Me as the Driver)

• Minimum age 3 years
• Children must be accompanied by an adult
• A vegetarian option is available; inform at the time of booking if necessary
• We will go up to 1800 meters high and to the north coast of the island, so it can be hot or cooler. Important to bring a jacket if necessary - dress appropriately
• On the day, who are staying in Funchal, Garajau or Caniço, can change the tour to: NorthWest, SouthWest or SouthEast

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.