Small Group West Tour: Waterfalls & Fanal Forest Experience with Breathtaking Atlantic Views

Embark on a small group tour of the West of the Island, exploring waterfalls, the Fanal Forest, and breathtaking Atlantic views. Discover the natural beauty of Porto Moniz and experience the magic of the Fanal Forest with a knowledgeable local guide.

Duration: 8 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Baia de Câmara de Lobos - The journey begins at the quaint fishing village of “Câmara de Lobos,” situated to the west of Funchal. The port is a charming creek, surrounded by a beach and harbor, with houses clustered around the bay. In 1949, Winston Churchill chose this picturesque location for painting.
  • Cabo Girão - Following the visit to…
What's Included
  • Small group tours (8-15 people)
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal, Canico, and Camara de Lobos
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Embark on the “Experience the West Tour - Waterfalls and Peaks” and delight in the scenic hillsides and cascading waterfalls flowing into the Atlantic. Discover the natural sea pools at Porto Moniz and travel along coastal roads that trace the mountain contours, passing through the enchanting Fanal Forest, a must-visit on the Island. This intimate tour,…

Location
TIIM Bus Stop
Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses
Cancellation Policy

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

Customer Ratings
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Chrismo5228cx
Aug 27, 2026
Really enjoyable, great value! - We had a really great day exploring around the west/north west of the island with our guide, Bruno. While it was a long day, the stops were spaced out so it didn't feel like we were spending too much time travelling. For a family of four, it was great value for money.
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973ananda
Aug 20, 2026
Great way to see the West if Madeira - Rui was our guide for the day .He was punctual , pleasant and a very safe driver . He gave us information about the areas visited , making our trip more meaningful . The times available at each spot were adequate and we didn't have to do the driving on those windy mountain roads . Special thanks for coming back to return our camera that had been left on the bus accidentally. Many thanks
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Ma_j
Aug 3, 2026
Awesome trip - Chico was an excellent guide and let us decide how long we stayed places. He was very knowledgable and I felt like we fit so much into 1 day. The sights were incredible.
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V6830wijob
Aug 2, 2026
Great way to explore - A very good way to explore the west side of Madeira without renting a car. Ricardo was a great guide - very knowledgeable and interesting. We stopped for just the right amount of time at each place. The longest stop was for 2 hours at the lava swimming pools. Would highly recommend.
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Stay58001405364
Jul 29, 2026
Enjoyable; highly recommend - A great way to explore the island; the driver was extremely informative...saw a lot of the island and did the sky walk too...what an experience that was!
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Andreagj8153zt
Aug 24, 2026
A good tour - Whilst the West tour is good, we personally preferred the East tour. We enjoyed the various stops and the information given by our guide Rui. Swimming in Porto Moniz was fun but we were unlucky with the weather when we visited the Fanal forest as it was wet and drizzly. Some of the stops could do with being a bit shorter and others longer.
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662debsr
Aug 22, 2026
Fantastic tour - maybe skip the lunch offer - Overall a great day out. Lovely to see so many places in one day. Stops were often short (15-20 mins) but give enough time to wander around and take some photos. I particularly liked the lava pools so in hindsight I would have skipped the sit down lunch so that we could have had more time in the pools. There are other lunch options in the area but we wanted to try the fish that was recommended by Luis. The restaurant experience was what knocked a point off as the food was a bit bland and the staff were quite abrupt. They clearly wanted us in and out quickly and even served one of the guests his main before he’d even finished his starter - they just plonked his plate on the table with no apology. It just didn’t feel very welcoming. So I’d recommend the tour without hesitation but maybe skip the restaurant lunch and go somewhere else.
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Janebfineart
Aug 18, 2026
A great way to see the island - Great day out covering the west of the island in a small group as promised. Well planned and wonderfully described by our patient tour guide Christian. Time for a swim in the natural pools and lunch, with plenty of drink and souvenir stops plus the waterfall and Cabo Girão viewpoint.
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L7879xddan_k
Aug 13, 2026
Highly recommended - We had a very nice tour with the guide Christian! He drove neat and quiet, which is nice in this landscape. There was plenty of time at the stops. Last but not least: Christian presented you with all the fun facts and he created a good atmosphere in the car. In short: highly recommended.
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Ckpk251
Aug 12, 2026
A great day out - Excellent day out a great way to see the island the driver was very friendly and helpful and very knowledgeable The only let down the minibus was old and could do with changing
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From $36
up to 14 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).