Things to do in Canical, Madeira Islands: The Best Sightseeing Tours

Enjoy the beautiful Madeira Sunrise from the highest Madeira peak / mountain, Pico Ruivo at 1862 meters, (6,106 ft) high, and provides some of the most incredible views of the island from coast to coast. We recommend to bring warm clothing for extreme cold conditions, and a rain coat (just in case). We pick you at the hotel around 4h00am and take you to Achada do Teixeira. Then, it starts the adventure, hicking around 1 hour to the highest Madeira Peak with our certified Mountain Guides to the top, count down and wait for the beautiful colours of the sunrise. Our guide will provide some snackes and water, and then back again for a sightseeing tour in our open roof 4x4 vehicle. We'll stop at Santana city to look around and visit the traditional tatched houses and breakfast time. Continue the tour discovering other places hidden using the old / cubblestone roads. This will be one of the best tours in Madeira.

Inclusions: Local taxes, Bottled water, Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Private tour

Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks

The north tour, throughout the northern parts we discover the Island and see it's old roads and experience breathtaking viewpoints to the Sea. We arrive to Santana, where we find the famous typical thatched houses, that existed long time ago in the Island. Continuing our route, we go visiting Faial and check an amazing viewpoint with all the valley. We head to Porto da Cruz, where we can visit one of the emblematic Sugarcane mills still operating in Madeira. Heading towards we see a nice viewpoint in Ponta de São Lourenço where we can see the separation between the north and the south of the island, finishing our tour at Pico do Facho where we can see a lovely view over the bay of Machico, the first city of Madeira.

Inclusions: Driver/Local guide, Hotel/Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Free WIFI onboard

Exclusions: Food and Drinks Optional

Being with a small company like us, with a local guide, we assure we will help to deliver the trip you wish to design on this is a personalised tour done on 8 hour just for you and your familly or group! Take a ride on the wild side, With UMM in our cool army open top jeep, on this full day tour in a calm relaxed laid back trip were the guide and jeep will be just for your, design your route or let us know what you wish to do and see and we can propose the best day out in Amazing Madeira!

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

The East 4x4 tour has a little bit of everything and is suitable for everyone! The First stop is Pico Do Areiro, the 3rd highest peak on the island, 1811m above sea level. There are usually very dramatic views and we tend to spend a fair amount of time up there. After that, we venture to the North side of the island, into the more rural areas such as Ribeiro Frio and Faial where you can find hints of Laurissilva forest. Next is Santana. This is where you will find the traditional, authentic "A-Frame" houses you might have seen online or in guide books. We will see lots of agricultural terraces, we will meet locals and we will have lunch at possibly the best restaurant view on the island, Quinta do Furao Hotel. (optional extra, not included in price and highly recommended) After lunch we usually like to include some wine or rum tasting depending on the time we have and what the group is like. It´s a great "first tour" for everybody who likes big views, culture, food and fun!

Inclusions: Hotel Pick-up and drop off, Small group (6 passengers max), Comfortable, closed top Land Rover Discovery perfect for all weather conditions, Qualified fun, friendly and informative guide and driver, Great introduction to the culture and history of the island, Short 45 minute levada walk (optional), Relaxed, no "time schedule" attitude

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Pick up fees (outside of Funchal)

During your visit to Madeira, it is almost mandatory to take a sea tour to observe cetaceans. Its excellent location allows you to see these species throughout the year. Take a close look at some of the 28 species of cetaceans that inhabit or visit the waters of the Madeira Archipelago. On our boat trips, it is very common to find: The Common Dolphin (Delphinus delphis) The Painted Dolphin (Stenella frontalis) The Bottlenose Dolphin (Tursiops truincatu) The Sperm Whale (Physeter macrocephalus) The Pilot Whale (Globicephala macrorhynchus) Bryde's Whale (Balaenoptera edeni). In the turtle family, the Boba Turtle (Caretta caretta) is the most sighted. Come and observe these friendly cetaceans and make your trip a truly unforgettable experience!

Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes, Life jacket

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Pick up (10 € per person)

Ponta de Sao Lourenço is one of the most popular attractions in Madeira and the absolute best way to really appreciate this hike is by avoiding the crowds. Known for its beautiful colours and rock formations, the volcanic peninsular is one of the oldest parts of the island. The peninsula is classified as a partial natural reserve. All the land and sea by the North coast, is part of the European network of important community sites - Natura 2000. You can witness very unique fauna and flora on this side of the island, endemic birds and on the very rare occasion, a visit from the world´ s rarest seal, the monk seal. At the end of the trail, you can dive in the Sardinha port a great place for a swim in some of the cleanest water! The hike involves some ascends and descends and is considered Moderate difficulty with a total of 8Km more or less which should take around 4 hours in total to complete.

Inclusions: Pickup is offered in Funchal

Exclusions:

One of the most ancient trips the island has to offer, taking you through historic places and imposing landmarks. Mountain and landscape in cultivation! This tour stops in: Camacha » Pico Arieiro » Ribeiro Frio » Santana » Porto da Cruz » Ponta de São Lourenço » Machico

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve is known by the scientific community as the area with the highest concentration of cetacean of Madeira (statistic 2018). We do have a 99% successful tours with a wide variety of different animals including the famous Monk Seal, the rarest seal on earth. Come aboard our super fast speed-boat and get a close-up looks at these magnificent animals. We can get faster and closer than any other boat or catamaran. Combine the enjoyment of speed, spectacular views of the coastline and get up close to the marine life in their natural habitat. Why with us? - 99% chance of spotting whales or dolphins - Tour in the area with the highest concentration of cetacean of Madeira - Learn about marine mammals - Get your digital guide about Madeira's cetaceans - Admire the bright green island landscape from the water - Enjoy a boat ride out on the blue ocean

Inclusions: Coffee and/or Tea, All Fees and Taxes, Life Jackets

Exclusions: Transfer. We organize hotel transfers upon request. There might be an extra charge for this service.

The Swim with Dolphins Trip is a breakthrough! Using specific approach techniques and relying on the dolphins amazing intelligence and inherent interest in humans, we now are able to share with YOU an open water, in-water dolphin experience. You are connected safely to the boat at all times and in the water right next to the dolphins as they glide from bow to bow- in front of, below, and next to you! The best thing is that this all takes place right here in the crystal clear waters of the Natural reserve of Ponta de Sao Lourenco - Madeira! Why with us? - 99% chance of spotting whales or dolphins - Tour in the area with the highest concentration of cetacean of Madeira - Learn about marine mammals - Get your digital guide about Madeira's cetaceans In the case of no-sighting, we will offer you the possibility to join us on another trip free of charge. Our guides will decide if dolphins behaviour, species and sea condition allow or not to get safely in the water.

Inclusions: Use of Snorkelling equipment, Coffee and/or Tea, FREE DIGITAL E-GUIDE

Exclusions: Snacks

We start the excursion towards Camacha village for a visit to the Crafts Factory and the Wicker Bazaar. Then, we climbed Poiso towards Pico do Arieiro (1810 meters), this being the third highest peak on Madeira Island. We go down to Ribeiro Frio where you can visit a trout pond as well as admire an important part of Madeira's Laurissilva Forest (world heritage). We continue to Santana, known for its famous thatched houses. Stop for lunch (not included). After lunch, we pass through the Porto da Cruz area and continue to Ponta de São Lourenço. In a last stop, we make a brief visit to Pico do Facho from where we can observe the city of Machico and Ponta de São Lourenço. On January 1st and December 25th there are no excursions.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, All Fees and Taxes

Exclusions: Lunch