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Private Magical Shore Excursion West

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| Funchal, Portugal
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from $479.34 per group (up to 6)

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On average, this is booked 32 (0) days in advance.
7 to 8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

This experience its totally private, where you have freedom to customize your day. This tour has pick up / drop off at the cruise termina. Lunch is optional.
Visit the Madeira's hidden places in a 4x4 open top vehicle, relaxing and admiring the nature, waterfalls, Unesco forest,

What's Included

  • Private tour - only your family
  • Pick up / drop off at the cruise terminal
  • Local Guide
  • Lunch vegetarian/vegan option available
  • Gratuities
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Meeting and Pickup

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Pickup details

The pick up and drop off from the cruise dock is included, and our 4x4 vehicle and guide will be waiting near your cruise.

What To Expect

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Cabo Girao

It's a completely free tourist attraction, so getting there is the only cost you'll have to endure. Extending your visit to the Cabo Girão cliffs
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ribeira Brava (pass by)

The municipality gained its name due to its river - Ribeira Brava, which translates as 'the angry river'. In rainy seasons, the river had an extremely strong and powerful current, that often wreaked havoc over the entire eight kilometres of the route.
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Cascata dos Anjos

The waterfall cascades over the rockface onto the old E.R.101 regional roadway, and spills into the sea below
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra

it is the largest and most extensive plateau of Madeira about 24 km2 (9.3 sq mi), with an altitude average of about 1,500 m (4,900 ft). Its highest point is the peak pico do Paul at 1,640 m (5,380 ft) from where you can admire the length of the entire plateau.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Posto Florestal Fanal

The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type, which covered much of Southern Europe 15-40 million years ago.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Vereda do Fanal (pass by)

The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type, which covered much of Southern Europe 15-40 million years ago.
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Ribeira da Janela

The ravine, Ribeira da Janela, meanders through the parish from Paul da Serra (springing from the plateau at around 1,420 metres altitude) and flows at various intervals along the water course.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela

Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela is an epic coastal spot with some truly remarkable rock formations just meters from the shore. Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela is located on the western end of the north coast of Maderia Island in Portugal. It’s 45-kilometers from the main town of Funchal.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Porto Moniz

It is unclear when the area of Porto Moniz was first colonized, although it is likely that it occurred at the beginning of the last quarter of the 15th century. Francisco Moniz O Velho, is referred to as one of these first settlers, who had uncultivated lands in this area and was responsible for establishing a farm and chapel
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools

With their natural beauty and peculiar origins, theses pools are an attraction for thousands of national and international tourists alike. The water is of excellent quality and the infrastructures match the level of excellence of this beach complex.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Seixal (pass by)

This is precisely the stunning scenery of one of the most popular beaches in this parish, Porto do Seixal Beach, a natural black sand beach located right next to Seixal harbour. With a breathtaking landscape — the green cliffs and mountains of the island's north coast —
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Poca Das Lesmas

this unsupervised beach offers its visitors access to the toilet facilities, showers and the bar of Clube Naval do Seixal Pools, right next to it, which is a free access facility with a natural pool and sun loungers.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Magical Shore Excursion West?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Frequently Asked Questions (7)

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Magical Shore Excursion West?
A:
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • private tour - only your family.
  • pick up / drop off at the cruise terminal.
  • Local Guide.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch. vegetarian/vegan option available.
  • Gratuities.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:

There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..

Apr 2025
Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:

If 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.

If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
A:

Accessibility information for the Private Magical Shore Excursion West is as follows:

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:

Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Private Magical Shore Excursion West 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 2024
Q: How long does a refund take to reach my card, and can I get it faster?
A:

Once 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 2026

What's Included

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  • Private tour - only your family
  • Pick up / drop off at the cruise terminal
  • Local Guide
  • Lunchvegetarian/vegan option available
  • Gratuities

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Specialized infant seats are available

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