Madeira · PORTO MONIZ TOURS

The 15 Best Porto Moniz Tours

43 tours  ·  from $41 a head

The lava pools sit at the far north-west corner, a long drive from Funchal on any road. These 15 make the trip worth it, with a swim stop, the Seixal coast and the Fanal forest on the way back.

Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour - North-coast waterfalls, Seixal and lava rock
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Madeira: Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

1.Skywalk, Porto Moniz, Seixal, and Fanal 4WD Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 5,732 reviews · from $72Our pick

Ride an open-roof Land Rover from Funchal to Cabo Girão, Seixal, Porto Moniz and Fanal Forest, with time for a swim and a short off-road run. Guides such as Victor, Gil and Antonio Gonçalves bring local stories and humor. The day costs $72, with pool and Skywalk entry fees extra.

“Our driver was lovely and very knowledgeable about the island. He made sure all of us were having a good time throughout the day and really looked after us. We saw so much of the island, it was really good value for money. Would 100% recommend.”

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Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4 - Porto Moniz: the longest stop and a chance to swim
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Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

2.Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,631 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $75Top rated

Spend about eight hours exploring Madeira’s west and north from Funchal in an open-roof 4x4. Your local guide drives forest tracks and steep roads, with stops at the Porto Moniz pools, Seixal’s black-sand beach, Fanal Forest and Cabo Girão. Pool admission, the €3 Cabo Girão entry fee, and lunch are extra. Guides vary, with names including Tony, Eddie, Diogo and Miguel.

“Great adventure on and off road in a jeep. Brilliant way to see the western part of Madeira. Varied landscapes from sea to mountain. For those of us who suffer car sickness, dont forget the tablets! It's a full on ride for the day, but we'll worth it 👍”

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Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão - Cabo Girão: a high cliff and a glass-floor view
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Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão

3.Full-Day Jeep Safari West: Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 940 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $74

Set out from Funchal at 9:00 am for a seven-hour west Madeira jeep safari, with pickup, an English-speaking guide and a maximum of eight people. Expect coastal viewpoints, Fanal’s mossy trees, time for lunch and a swim at Porto Moniz, and some bumpy off-road driving. Guides named by past participants include Ernesto, Pedro, Tyrese and Miguel.

“Guide Miguel great. Informative, exuberant and amusing. The scenery especially up in mountains and forest spectacular. Loved the beach and natural pools. Really enjoyed wild ride on the jeep. So much more fun than a van ect.”

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Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day - Fajã do Rancho and Cabo Girão
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Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day

4.Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 827 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Spend about eight hours crossing Madeira’s west and north in a 4x4, with stops at Cabo Girão, Fanal’s old laurel trees, Porto Moniz and Seixal. Hotel pickup is offered, and groups are capped at eight. Guides named Justino, Justinho and Jake have led tours, though you cannot count on a particular guide. Bring swimwear, and budget separately for lunch and pool entry.

“We had a wonderful tour of Madeira Island, we saw unique views that are impossible to describe, you have to see them! Our driver Justin was simply amazing. I highly recommend this tour. Ramunė and Lukas from Ireland/Lithuania 20/11/25”

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From Funchal: Porto Moniz and Seixal Day Tour by Jeep - Villages, coast roads and Bridal Veil Falls
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From Funchal: Porto Moniz and Seixal Day Tour by Jeep

5.Porto Moniz and Seixal Day Tour by Jeep

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 714 reviews · from $66

Ride from Funchal in a small-group jeep tour to Madeira’s west coast. Expect Cabo Girão, waterfall views near Seixal, a swim break at Porto Moniz, and off-road tracks across Paúl da Serra. Local guides such as John, Roberto, Victor, and Miguel have led the route, though your guide may vary.

“We had a tour West of Madeira. We were lucky, there were only 3 people. John, our guide, told us a lot about Madeira, showed how exotic fruits grow. I highly recommend him. And at the end we took an off road trip up a mountain in a misty forest - amazing experience.”

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West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups - Ribeira Brava brings the day back to town
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West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups

6.West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 339 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $42Best value

This seven-hour Madeira tour pairs Fanal Forest’s old trees with Porto Moniz’s volcanic swimming pools, coastal viewpoints and the rock spires at Ribeira da Janela. A local guide drives a group of up to eight, with Funchal pickup included. Pool entry, lunch and Cabo Girão’s viewpoint fee cost extra.

“We were picked up on time, Dino made sure we were comfortable and prepared for the trip as the climate is different at Fanal Forest this time of the year, gets really cold. Dino was happy to tell us about his island, he was full of interesting information and advice. We've seen and stopped at several places, all different but equally charming. I must say I was quite taken aback by Ribeira da Janela rocks as, having seen it on the web, I thought it was not that special but seeing it in person I realised it's a gorgeous site.. especially as we had a rainbow following us towards end…”

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Madeira: West Side Jeep Tour with Natural Pools - Cabo Girão’s glass platform and the south coast
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Madeira: West Side Jeep Tour with Natural Pools

7.West Side Jeep Tour with Natural Pools

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 293 reviews · 8 hours · from $76

Ride a Land Rover 4x4 from Funchal across west Madeira, with stops at Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, mountain viewpoints, Fanal forest, Porto Moniz and Seixal. The group is limited to eight, and guides such as Justino, Nuno and Felipe lead the day in several languages. Bring swimwear, a towel and warm layers; pool entry, lunch and drinks cost extra.

“excellent, Nuno was a great guide and we saw so much and learned a lot about the Island.”

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Funchal: Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal, and Cabo Girão Tour - Véu da Noiva and the road north
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Funchal: Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal, and Cabo Girão Tour

8.Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal, and Cabo Girão Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 265 reviews · 8 hours · from $81

Travel from Funchal in a group of up to eight, with a local guide, along Madeira’s north coast and up to Fanal Forest and Paul da Serra. Expect black-sand Seixal, volcanic pools, an off-road forest ride and Cabo Girão’s glass-floored viewpoint. Lunch and the €3 Cabo Girão entry fee are extra; swimming depends on sea conditions.

“Mauriso was very nice. Stopping at good places for pictures. It was a rainy day so some places were closed, but we had a great time anyway. We met some great people and we had fun together!”

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Madeira: Full-Day Jeep Tour, Natural Pools, Seixal & Fanal - São Vicente, Seixal and the north coast
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Madeira: Full-Day Jeep Tour, Natural Pools, Seixal & Fanal

9.Full-Day Jeep Tour, Natural Pools, Seixal & Fanal

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 263 reviews · 8 hours · from $76

Spend eight hours exploring western and northwestern Madeira in a small-group 4x4, with a guide-driver, off-road mountain tracks, Seixal’s black sand beach, Porto Moniz’s volcanic pools and a walk in Fanal Forest. The group is limited to seven, and guides include Ricardo, João, Nuno and Ruben. Pool entry and lunch are extra.

“We had such an amazing day with our guide Nuno! He was super knowledgeable and funny and took us to the most amazing places all over the island”

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Porto Moniz: Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium - Face-to-face with sharks and rays
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Porto Moniz: Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium

10.Diving with Sharks and Rays in Madeira Aquarium

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 192 reviews · 3 hours · from $159

At Aquário da Madeira in Porto Moniz, you’ll get a three-hour introduction to scuba equipment, practise in a natural ocean pool, then enter the aquarium’s main tank with an instructor. The small group is limited to four, and no certification is needed. You’ll also tour the aquarium and its technical zone, where staff explain how the animals’ habitat is maintained.

“The guide abilio was amazing. Felt like a trip with old friends. He made the experience fun and easy for us. No worrying at all! And his girl Melanie was a pleasure to meet! (She's a fish)”

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4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other - Your guide can shape the day
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4×4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other

11.4×4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 149 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.)

Spend 7 to 8 hours exploring Madeira in a private open-top 4x4 Jeep, with pickup in Funchal and a route you can shape around places such as Santana, São Vicente Caves, or Porto Moniz. Your driver-guide handles the steep roads and can suggest a practical plan. Guides named in past outings include Tiago, Diego, Tobias, and Edgar.

“We had a perfect day and enjoyed the trip very much. The guide was very friendly and everything was comfortable and interesting. We can only recommend this to everyone!”

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Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal - Seixal’s black beach and Ribeira da Janela’s sea stacks
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Madeira: Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

12.Westside Achadas Cruz, Moniz, Seixal and Fanal

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 137 reviews · from $77

Spend eight hours exploring Madeira’s wild west in a small group of up to eight, with a local driver-guide, a 600-metre cable-car descent, time for Porto Moniz’s natural pools, black sand at Seixal and a walk through Fanal Forest. Richard is a guide associated with the tour. A coffee and one local drink are included; lunch and pool entry cost extra.

“Richard is a wonderful person and the trip was very enjoyable:) Definitely recommend!”

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Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4x4 Experience - Veu da Noiva waterfall: a quick scenic pause
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Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4×4 Experience

13.Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest and Skywalk 4×4 Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 136 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $83

Spend about eight hours exploring Madeira’s west and north in a guided 4x4, with stops at the Porto Moniz swimming pools, Fanal Forest and Cabo Girão. You’ll get free pickup in central Funchal, time for photos and a chance to swim. Guides such as Rui, Mauricio and Diogo have led trips, though your guide may differ.

“We had a fantastic time during this tour. The content of the program was very well organized, we saw a bunch of interesting places and had fun during the off-road part. Ruben was an excellent tour guide, he made sure that we all had a great time. He was funny and informative with really good english. We totally recommend this tour (and a warm jacket/raincoat for everybody)”

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Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour - Paul da Serra and the brief Fanal stop
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Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4×4 Full Day Tour

14.Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4×4 Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 82 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $83

Set out from Funchal at 8:30 am with a local driver-guide for an 8-hour 4x4 circuit over Madeira’s highlands and northwest coast. The route includes Fanal, Ribeira da Janela, Porto Moniz and Seixal, with time at volcanic pools if weather allows. Guides have included Miguel, Duarte, Philippe and Spencer. Funchal and Caniço pickup is free; other areas may cost extra.

“Great experience and really good fun. Definitely value for money and Duarte was a fantastic guide for the day adding his own touch to the experience.”

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4x4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz - the "Farowest" tour - Full Day Small Groups - Porto Moniz: two hours for pools and lunch
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4×4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz – the “Farowest” tour – Full Day Small Groups

15.4×4 Jeep Safari Porto Moniz – the “Farowest” tour – Full Day Small Groups

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 79 reviews · 7 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $78

Set out from Funchal or Caniço at 9:00 am in a 4x4 with a guide, crossing Madeira’s high plateau before a short levada walk and up to two hours in Porto Moniz. Ricardo is named as a guide, though assignments may vary. Lunch, drinks and pool admission are not included.

“Foi um dia inesquecível e aventureiro. Ricardo foi um grande guia. Só o podemos recomendar. Muito obrigado!”

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