Explore Madeira’s east with stunning views, lush forests, cultural heritage, and scenic trails. Discover Pico do Areeiro, Santana, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
Explore Madeira’s east with stunning views, lush forests, cultural heritage, and scenic trails. Discover Pico do Areeiro, Santana, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
- Pico do Arieiro - The journey begins at Pico do Arieiro in Madeira, providing a stunning view of the majestic Madeiran Mountain Range.
- Ribeiro Frio - At Ribeiro Frio, visitors can explore its expansive forest area, home to endemic Laurissilva species. Experience close encounters with the unique Madeiran flora and fauna.
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Pico do Arieiro - The journey begins at Pico do Arieiro in Madeira, providing a stunning view of the majestic Madeiran Mountain Range.
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Ribeiro Frio - At Ribeiro Frio, visitors can explore its expansive forest area, home to endemic Laurissilva species. Experience close encounters with the unique Madeiran flora and fauna.
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Posto Aquicola do Ribeiro Frio - Visit the Aquaculture Station, where the rainbow trout nurseries serve a specific purpose.
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PR11 Vereda dos Balcoes - The Vereda dos Balcões is a short trail, 1.5 km each way, leading to the breathtaking views at Miradouro dos Balcões. This viewpoint offers expansive vistas of the Ribeira da Metade valley, showcasing the grandeur of the Laurissilva forest.
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Santana - Recognized as a “Biosphere Reserve” by UNESCO, Santana is a municipality that preserves both natural and cultural treasures. The “Casinos de Santana” are renowned for their distinctive architectural beauty, featuring a triangular shape and thatched roofs, symbolizing this northern Madeira municipality. Lunch will be served here.
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Engenhos do Norte - The Northern Engenhos are key historical sites of the island’s sugar production. A visit here is like stepping back in time.
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Ponta de Sao Lourenco - The easternmost point of the island is a must-visit for those wishing to explore the captivating beauty of Madeira’s coast. Ponta de São Lourenço offers a remarkable and dramatic landscape, with sweeping views of both the north and south sides of the island.
- Private transportation
- Private guide available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese
- Private transportation
- Private guide available in English, Spanish, French, and Portuguese
- Lunch
- Lunch
Explore the eastern side of Madeira Island, renowned for its stunning landscapes and unique features! Begin your journey at Pico do Areeiro, where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the majestic Madeirese Mountain Mass.
Next, visit Ribeiro Frio, where the native Laurissilva forest displays a vibrant green hue. Here, you can explore the Aquícola station…
Explore the eastern side of Madeira Island, renowned for its stunning landscapes and unique features! Begin your journey at Pico do Areeiro, where you can enjoy a spectacular view of the majestic Madeirese Mountain Mass.
Next, visit Ribeiro Frio, where the native Laurissilva forest displays a vibrant green hue. Here, you can explore the Aquícola station or take a walk along the Balcões trail (PR11).
Proceed to Santana, a place rich in both natural and cultural heritage, famous for its traditional thatched houses. Lunch will be served in Santana.
Continue to Porto da Cruz, where you can embark on another walking trail and tour the historic sugarcane factory.
Conclude your adventure at Ponta de São Lourenço, a peninsula offering breathtaking views of both the North and South sides of the island.
The tour concludes with a return to Funchal.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
