Machico tours, things to do and tickets

Explore the eastern parts of Madeira on a full-day tour from Funchal. Head into the mountain of the Pico do Arieiro and see emblematic thatch roof houses. Stop for lunch in the town of Santana and continue to the Penha d'Águia in Porto da Cruz.

This popular tour includes dramatic mountain and forest views on the East side of Madeira. The tour is done in the language of your choice in a modern air-conditioned minibus that only takes 8-14 people plus the guide/driver. Lunch is also included.

Enjoy the high eastern majestic mountains of Arieiro, the green valleys, old centenary trees and waterfalls. See fruit and veggie terraces, old thatched houses and sugarcane fields, and the peninsula.

Enjoy an open 4x4 tour to the highest peaks of Madeira. Admire the views of iconic straw-thatched houses in Santana, a local rum factory, and a picturesque forest.

See the triangular houses of Santana, hike through Ribeiro Frio, and visit the third highest mountain on Madeira island, Pico do Areiro, on this day tour from Funchal.

Enjoy your first diving experience in Funchal’s marine protected area. Learn the basics of diving from a PADI instructor before exploring the ocean on a real dive up to 12 metres in depth on a reef.

Embark on an adventure in Madeira's wilderness by pairing an open-top off-road Land Rover tour with a short guided walk. Explore the laurel forest's rugged trails and traditional houses.

Travel up to the third-highest peak of Madeira Island, which sits at 1,818 meters. You can marvel at the magnificent Massif Central Mountains and enjoy one of the most popular trails of Madeira: Pico do Arieiro-Pico Ruivo.

Embark on an unforgettable whale and dolphin watching tour on the coast of Madeira aboard a high speed, small-group boat cruise with marine biologist as your guides.

Go on a whale and dolphin watching trip with a marine biologist. Have the possibility of swimming with dolphins in the wild, if the weather conditions permit.

Explore both sides of the breathtaking Maderia Island in a single day. Traverse from the eastern tip all the way to the west end, seeing its hidden gems, natural delights, and swimming in fresh waters along the way.

Explore the eastern end of Madeira with this 4x4 tour from Funchal. See Laurissilva forest and go for a stroll in Ribeiro Frio village. Visit the Porto da Cruz sugar cane factory.

Join on a multi-stop tour to the east side of Madeira. Visit the island’s third-highest peak, see Santana’s characteristic colorful houses, and enjoy time in nature in the Laurissilva forest.

Hike one of Madeira's famous "levadas", from Queimadas Forestry Park to the Caldeirão Verde waterfall. Enjoy outstanding views, sensational colors, and fresh air on this trip guided by a local expert.

Join a guided hike under the stars and climb to the top of Pico Ruivo, Madeira's highest point. Sip on a warming cup of tea and refuel with a tasty granola bar as you watch the sun come up.

Visit Cabo Girão sea cliff, traditional hidden villages, and Camara de Lobos fishing village in a 4x4 vehicle with a open top roof. Be a Madeiran, learn about Madeira history, culture, fauna & flora, forest, flowers, local gastronomy and traditions.

Ponta de São Lourenço lighthouse is the oldest in Madeira island. Upon return we will make a quick stop at Cais do Sardinha where you can take a dip in its crystal clear waters.

Take in beautiful landscapes with views over the city of Machico.

Take a water taxi from Marina Quinta do Lorde to Marina Quinta do Lorde. Then explore Ponta de São Lourenço's Natural Reserve by kayak.

Named after the caravel sailed by João Gonçalvez Zarco, who upon approaching this piece of land shouted to his shipmates, "São Lourenço, that's enough!" Go on an amazing walk with breathtaking views of the landscape and ocean.