Classic Land Rover Discovery on a scenic route in East Madeira

Pico do Arieiro · Santana · Ribeiro Frio · Porto da Cruz

Madeira’s Peaks & East – Private 4x4 Experience

Explore Madeira’s east side on a private 4x4 experience designed for those looking for an exclusive, comfortable tour adapted to their pace. The route may include Pico do Arieiro, Ribeiro Frio, an optional levada walk, off-road sections to Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz with a visit to the rum factory, Caniçal and other panoramic points depending on weather and local conditions.

7-8 hours1 to 6 peopleExclusively Private

Highlights of this experience

Discover the east side of Madeira on a private 4x4 tour through mountains, Laurissilva forest, traditional villages, panoramic viewpoints and coastal landscapes.

Private 4x4 tour on Madeira’s east side

Visit to Pico do Arieiro, Santana, Ribeiro Frio and Porto da Cruz

Mountain landscapes, Laurissilva forest and east coast views

Local guide with knowledge of the island, culture and traditions

Flexible experience adapted to your group’s pace

Stops for photos and panoramic viewpoints

Alternative routes and quieter roads whenever possible

Sample itinerary

Hotel pick-up and departure towards Pico do Arieiro.

Continue to Ribeiro Frio, with an optional levada walk.

Off-road route to Santana, continuing on to Faial.

Pass through Porto da Cruz with a visit to the rum factory.

Stop in Caniçal and return to the hotel.

Included

Private 4x4 tour vehicle

Local guide/driver

Safety briefing before the tour starts

Pick-up and drop-off included between Caniço and Funchal; other areas on request

Land Rover Discovery transport

Stops at viewpoints and panoramic spots

Flexible itinerary depending on weather and local conditions

Mandatory insurance for the activity

Not included

!Meals and drinks

!Entrance fees to paid attractions

!Optional local fees

!Personal expenses

!Pick-up outside the included area, if applicable

Gallery

Real places and moments from our private Madeira experiences.

Waterfall surrounded by green vegetation in East Madeira

Traditional rum factory at Engenho do Porto da Cruz

Mountain landscape on the East Madeira route

Mountain panorama at Pico do Arieiro in Madeira