Arieiro Peak and Cristo Rei 4x4 tour in Madeira, from Funchal

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1 half day
Everybody welcome
From 3 years-old and up
From€45

Enjoy the beauty of Madeira Island from the top of Arieiro Peak, and the impressive Cristo Rei lookout. Travel on an open-roof 4x4 and take an amazing ride!

Ride this incredible adventure on a 4x4 and along the most beautiful spots in Madeira!

The adventure will start in Funchal, and you'll have the chance to be picked up at your accommodation and arrive at the starting point of your tour safely and quickly. Then, you'll start from Largo do Miranda, from where you'll see stunning views of Funchal and Desertas Islands. You'll continue along to Pico do Arieiro, at 1818 meters high, where you will have Ponta de São Lourenço, Ribeiro Frio, Paúl da Serra, and Curral das Freiras at your feet! Enjoy the gorgeous natural views and immerse yourself in the fauna and flora that populate this region.

Afterward, you will be able to enjoy a unique 4x4 off-road experience in Santo da Serra, surrounded by the stunning nature of Madeira, and on the way to Santa Cruz. You'll get to see the beautiful terraced views of the south of Madeira and witness traditional farming methods with your own eyes!

After this, your 4x4 tour around Madeira will have its last stop in the historical and impressive Cristo Rei viewpoint, where you'll get to see Funchal, and the cliffs on the horizon as you take in the amazing natural views that characterize the island of Madeira.

Don't forget to bring comfortable sports shoes and clothes on your 4x4 tour around Madeira, since at each stop you'll get to walk around and explore the sites you'll visit.

So, what are you waiting for? Book your 4x4 excursion around Madeira and visit the most beautiful places available on the island!

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Practical information

Visit several of Madeira's most beautiful natural wonders such as the Pico do Areiro, as well as the surroundings of Funchal and the historical Cristo Rei sculpture and viewpoint on this incredible 4x4 half-day tour!

Course of events

- Arrival at the meeting point and introduction to your driver and guide

- Safet and activity briefing

- Start the tour at Largo do Miranda

- Ascend to the Pico do Arieiro (1810 meters high)

- Go to Santo da Serra for an off-road moment towards Santa Cruz

- Witness traditional farming methods

- Finish the tour at the Cristo Rei viewpoint

- Ride back to the meeting point and end of activity

Activity requirements

Only children above 3 years old are allowed to participate in this tour.

Special terms

Hotel pickup in Funchal / Funchal´s Port is free. For any other locations, there's an extra fee. To set up the pick-up point, contact your instructor once the reservation has been confirmed.

Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity are weather-dependent.

Meeting point:
Estrada Monumental, 9000-116 Funchal, Portugal
Spoken languages:French, Portuguese, Spanish, English
Included
  • 4x4 with full tank
  • Professional guide
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pick-up and drop-off from Funchal´s central area
  • First aid kit
  • Insurance
Excluded
  • Pick-up and drop-off outside central Funchal (available at an extra fee)
  • Food and drinks (except wine tasting)
  • Entrance to Porto Moniz Lava Pools
  • Entrance to Cabo Girao
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Sports shoes
  • Water
  • Snacks
  • Rain coat (on the rainy season) or jacket (cold season)

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Véronique R., France — 23/07/2022
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Paysages variés le guide est super même si nous avons du attendre plus d une heure le Check in.
Beatriz G., Spain — 30/08/2022
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Perfecto

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