Madeira: Private Laurisilva Tour
Overview
Experience a range of emotions as you play witness to the breathtaking landscapes of the Madeira island and its UNESCO-listed Laurisilva, a type of laurel forest. On this private tour learn about Madeiran culture, and visit important points of interest like the Central da Serra de Água power station and take a guided tour. See how work is done in the levadas, or irrigation channels, to catch water.
Head to the center of the island's mountain range and go to the Encumeada Viewpoint for gorgeous views over the valley in the North and South. During this tour also enjoy a short walk through the Laurisilva Forest.
What's Included
- Private tour
- Hotel/Port/Apartment pickup and drop-off
- Visit the Hydro Power Station of Serra de Água
- Free WIFI onboard
- Transport by private vehicle
- Small Levada Walk in the Laurissilva
- Driver/ Local guide
- Food and Drinks
Meeting and Pickup
We pick you up everywhere in Madeira Island. All Hotels, Apartments, Inns, Local accommodation. Please choose the right option location when purchasing your booking.
What To Expect
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Miradouro da Encumeada
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Serra de Agua
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This activity operates rain or shine except in the case of extreme weather events
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Private tour.
- Hotel/Port/Apartment pickup and drop-off.
- Visit the Hydro Power Station of Serra de Água.
- Free WIFI onboard.
- Transport by private vehicle.
- Small Levada Walk in the Laurissilva.
- Driver/ Local guide.
- Food and Drinks.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
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Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Madeira: Private Laurisilva Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira: Private Laurisilva Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Private tour
- Hotel/Port/Apartment pickup and drop-off
- Visit the Hydro Power Station of Serra de Água
- Free WIFI onboard
- Transport by private vehicle
- Small Levada Walk in the Laurissilva
- Driver/ Local guide
- Food and Drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Service animals allowed
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This activity operates rain or shine except in the case of extreme weather events
