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SKYWALK & PORTO MONIZ VOLCANIC LAVA POOLS

DESCRIPTION

Véu da Noiva Waterfall , Seixal Poças das Lesmas, Porto Moniz Lava  Pools, 4x4 Open Roof Off road experience, Laurissilva Forest, Paúl da Serra , Cabo Girão Skywalk.

From Funchal we go to São Vicente in the North Coast, a place known for its vineyards and volcanic caves. Then we visit one of the most famous waterfall that resembles a bride’s veil . On the way to Porto Moniz we’ll  pass through Seixal having the opportunity to enjoy a beautiful view over the black volcanic sandy beach. Then, we go to a hidden spot of undeniable beauty called Poças das Lesmas, where we can admire the amazing lava rock formation that dates back to one of our last volcanic eruptions (6000 years old). Afterwards, we stop at the natural volcanic pools in Porto Moniz, where you may swim in crystalline waters for 1 hour and enjoy the beautiful scenery around this incredible place (3 € p/p not included ). Later, going to Fanal you’ll experience an outstanding off-road 4x4 open roof to enjoy  the endemic and introduced species of fauna and flora. Then in Fanal a magical place of rare beauty with centenary trees in the heart of the Laurissilva Forest (the largest of the world), which is one of the 7th Natural Wonders of Portugal, our guides will give our guests an educational explanation about this 20 million years old forest . Continuing to Paúl da Serra, the largest plateau of the island at nearly at 1500 mts high with stunning views, you will have a lunch break in a typical Madeiran restaurant (not included). Finally we drive to Cabo Girão, one of the highest Cliffs of the World with 580 mts, known by its suspended glass floor viewpoint which offers a spectacular panoramic view over the Atlantic Ocean, Câmara de Lobos  and Funchal (2 €  p/p not included).

Recommended: towels ,swimming suit and jacket

Important: The volcanic lava pools of Porto Moniz may be closed due to bad weather by order of the government

Our guide will accompany you to the different stops and viewpoints where you would have the opportunity to take pictures and videos .

Available

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday (Summer).

Language

English, Spanish, Portuguese, French

Duration

(+/-) 7.5 hours

Pick-up time

Funchal Central Area - 08:35-9:00 am

Pick-up outside

Funchal Central Area - On Request

Price per Person

€ 69.00

VIDEO

Included

Professional guide / WiFi / Security Instructions / First-Aid Kit / All insurances in accordance to the Portuguese Law / Free pick-up and drop-off from Funchal´s central area.

Not Included

Drop off in Land & Sea Packs / Food and drinks (except wine tasting) / Entrance to Porto Moniz Lava Pools / Entrance to Cabo Girao.

Extra fee

Pick-up and drop-off outside Funchal´s central area (only in the south of the island).

Restrictions

Only children above 3 years old are allowed to participate in our tours.

Suggestions

Bring walking shoes (for walks), rain coat (rainy season), jacket (cold season).

Cancellations

48 hours before the tour (refund) / If NO Show, the tour value will not be refunded / The tours may be cancelled (refund) or changed due to weather conditions / The refund will be the booking amount less the commission discounted by Paypal.