West Tour Full day 4x4 Jipe Tour Natural Swimming Pools

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Feel an adrenaline rush on this 4x4 tour from Funchal/Caniço to places off the beaten track, including local villages and hidden natural wonders. Drive off-road to Paúl da Serra.

Highlights

  • Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of nature at Fanal Forest
  • Learn from guides who have know-how of the local culture and traditions
  • Marvel at the crystal-clear waters of the natural swimming pools of Porto Moniz
  • Join a short, guided walk surrounded by nature with panoramic landscape views
  • See the volcanic black-sand beach, mountains, and natural scenery at Seixal

Description

Embark on a guided, multi-stop 4x4 adventure starting in Funchal or Caniço. Explore Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Seixal, São Vicente, and more. Find unbeatable viewpoints at Paúl da Serra and Ribeira da Janela and marvel at the natural swimming pools at Porto Moniz. After meeting your guide, hop on board and head first to Ribeira Brava for a quick stop to enjoy the small city with the longest and widest ribeira (stream) of the island. Head to Ponta do Sol and Canhas next, two picturesque villages with much to see. The trip continues off-road to Paúl da Serra, a plateau in the center of the island with unique views. Later, there will be the possibility to take a short walk along the levada (approximately 20 minutes). Explore the lush landscape of Paúl da Serra with an altitude of 1500 meters and see Fanal Forest, an area between the mountains of Seixal and Ribeira da Janela with laurel forest classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Take in views at the Ribeira da Janela viewpoint before heading to Porto Moniz. Be greeted with unforgettable scenery built by natural swimming pools, the highlight of the village of Porto Moniz. These pools, created by volcanic lava, have crystal-clear waters. After a stop for a lunch (at your own expense), continue to Seixal and São Vicente in the afternoon. At 1007 meters high, at the Encumeada Viewpoint, round off your trip with views over the deep valleys of Ribeira Brava (south coast) and São Vicente (north coast).

Includes

Hotel pickup and drop-off from Funchal and Caniço Guided tour

Important Information

  • This tour will take place rain or shine

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Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund

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