Top 10 Sightseeing Tours in Calheta, Madeira Islands

April 27, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

Discover the best top things to do in Calheta, Portugal including Levada do Moinho : Private Forest Walk, Private Full-Day Personalized 4x4 Safari Santana, Porto Moniz up to 8 Persons, Private Service VIP Halfday Southwest Tour, Excursions, transfers and long or short trips., Private 4x4 Tour Full Day, Private Service VIP The Christmas Nativity Crib Tour, Rabaçal Waterfalls : Full Day Hike and 4x4 Tour, Paul do Mar - Private Full-Day - Safari 4x4 Tour - SouthWest, Private Service VIP South Tour, Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira.
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1. Levada do Moinho : Private Forest Walk

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5.0 based on 13 reviews

We are one of the smaller operators on the island and all our hikes are in small groups of 7 persons maximum. This creates a more intimate setting where everybody can hear the guide and feel more involved in the experience. We take our time and personalise the experience according to the day, the weather and group dynamic and we are very attentive to our clients photography needs. Nobody regrets booking with us.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Professional guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By blesso870

We just completed a full-day west end tour led by Jeff. It was a fantastic day all around. Jeff arrived on time and showed us many beautiful sights we never would have found on our own. We did some off-roading in his Land Rover and felt completely at ease with him driving on these Madeira roads. We then went and saw many of the highlights of the north west side of the island. We were very happy to have the entire day rather than a half-day, which would have felt too short. Jeff listened to what we wanted to do and customized the day for us. A great value too. I highly recommend this tour.

2. Private Full-Day Personalized 4x4 Safari Santana, Porto Moniz up to 8 Persons

Up Mountain Madeira Walks & Tours, Rùa Imperatriz D Amelia 60, 9000-018 Funchal, Portugal Up Mountain Madeira
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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

Reviewed By daniellelidke

I cannot say enough great thinks about Nico and his crew. They made our trip memorable and customized our tours to meet are needs, timelines & wishes. We were 5 rambunctious ladies looking for adventure. They nailed it! Highly highly recommend!

3. Private Service VIP Halfday Southwest Tour

Pearl of the Atlantic Madeira
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The south west Madeira half day tour begins in Prazeres. Here we have a huge rocky scene that is typical Madeira, here we visit the Farm Animal and try its famous Jellies. We go through Paul do Mar until we get to the Fajã da Ovelha. This site surprises for its magnificent and quiet giving feeling that we are the only local residents. To conclude this itinerary, we have the lighthouse of Ponta do Pargo, situated 312 meters high where you can see breathtaking views of the ocean and the roughness of the landscape.

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

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Fee entrance to Farm Animal Center

Reviewed By RuiPedro65

It was a wanderfull day that i spenddl whit the pearl of the atlatico.Tour west has really beautiful views. The guiedes of the company are really professionals.

4. Excursions, transfers and long or short trips.

Av. D. Manuel I 15, 9370-135 Estreito da Calheta, Portugal Táxi Top Calheta
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We can visit Madeira in 3 excursions. Tour # 1 Cabo Girão, Câmara de Lobos, Pico dos Barcelos, Eira do Serrado and Curral das Freiras. Tour # 2 Ribeira Brava, Sao Vicente, Seixal, Porto Moniz, Achadas da Cruz, Ponta do Pargo and Paul do Mar. Tour # 3 Cristo Rei, Camacha, Pico do Arieeiro, Ribeiro Frio, Santana, Ponta de São Lourenço and Machico. There is no time limit on all tours and they are spoken in Portuguese or English. Mini tour # 1 Ribeira Brava Mini tour # 2 Calheta Trips to Funchal both day and night. Transfers to and from the airport. And much more...

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Reviewed By Skol74

The driver was just in Time - this was very important for us, because he drove us to our Wedding-Place ;-). He was very friendly and the car was clean! So we can only recommend this company, especially Gilberto!

5. Private 4x4 Tour Full Day

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This is a tour for those looking to be more intimate. Ideal for families or romantic getaways. The possibilities are endless and we will do our very best to provide you with an experience you will never forget and always cherish. Whether it's to celebrate or purely to have the attention all to yourselves, there is no better way to explore the island than with a passionate guide and a Land Rover. We are absolutely flexible, we can avoid bad weather easily (95 percent of the time) ​We can do walks, forests, mountains, swimming in rock pools, bars, restaurants, and much more! We have the vehicle, driving skills and creativity to take you to places on the island you never thought existed!

Inclusions: Hotel Pick-up and drop off, Comfortable, closed top Land Rover Discovery perfect for all weather conditions, Qualified fun, friendly and informative guide and driver, Relaxed, no "time schedule" attitude

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

Reviewed By SamNorfolkUK

My guide, Jeff De Gouveia, took me in his Land Rover for an adventurous and informative 4x4 tour of Madeira. Driving from Funchal, we quickly reached Pico do Arieiro, 1,800 metres high, which looks like Scotland or New Zealand. We drove along cobbled roads, originally built by the king and then walked along a levada – part of a 500-mile network of irrigation channels which make ideal trekking routes. After walking along Balcaoes levada, which offers splendid views of a laurel forest gorge, we reached a stunning viewpoint, where birdlife may be spotted, from kestrels and buzzards to robins and the Madeira firecrest. Next was Santana village, famous for traditional thatched houses, and Caniçal, a former whaling village where scenes from 1956 movie Moby Dick were filmed, before heading back to Funchal. It’s a very interesting, entertaining and sociable way to explore off the beaten track and find out about Madeira from a chatty, friendly local. hittheroadmadeira.com [email protected]

6. Private Service VIP The Christmas Nativity Crib Tour

Pearl of the Atlantic Madeira
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The Christmas time in Madeira is celebrated in the whole island, in the southwest of Madeira, there is a tradition among the local people to build the nativity cribs in the representation of the birth of Jesus, some people go over the top to create this nativity scenes with astonishing hard work. We will stop in many different places to see the nativity cribs built by the local people, in the streets or in indoor places. Every year thousands of habitants of Madeira go to the Southwest to have a look at the people's creation, so it is time for you to enjoy something unique from Madeira.

Inclusions: Driver/Local guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Free WIFI onboard, sightseeing of the local people nativity cribs

Exclusions: food and drinks

Reviewed By RuiPedro65

It was a wanderfull day that i spenddl whit the pearl of the atlatico.Tour west has really beautiful views. The guiedes of the company are really professionals.

7. Rabaçal Waterfalls : Full Day Hike and 4x4 Tour

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The walk takes place in the middle of the Rabaçal valley, one of our most prized nature attractions in the Madeiran Laurissilva forest, the largest laurel forest in the world! ​Possibly the most underrated hike on the island, away from the big crowds and a must do for all nature and Madeira Lovers! The hike is a moderate, 15km walk, including a fair amount of steps to overcome as well as a tunnel, flat and spacious.​ It takes approximately 4:30 hours to complete ranging in altitudes of 900m to 1290m above sea level. We are one of the smaller operators on the island and all our hikes are in small groups of 7 persons maximum. This creates a more intimate setting where everybody can hear the guide and feel more involved in the experience. We take our time and personalise the experience according to the day, the weather and group dynamic and we are very attentive to our clients photography needs. Nobody regrets booking with us.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Driver/guide, Professional Mountain Guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By blesso870

We just completed a full-day west end tour led by Jeff. It was a fantastic day all around. Jeff arrived on time and showed us many beautiful sights we never would have found on our own. We did some off-roading in his Land Rover and felt completely at ease with him driving on these Madeira roads. We then went and saw many of the highlights of the north west side of the island. We were very happy to have the entire day rather than a half-day, which would have felt too short. Jeff listened to what we wanted to do and customized the day for us. A great value too. I highly recommend this tour.

8. Paul do Mar - Private Full-Day - Safari 4x4 Tour - SouthWest

Praia Formosa, 9000-250 Funchal, Portugal Miguel Is Here
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The south west tour offers you unforgettable views (high cliffs), tropical vegetation and hidden fishing villages and many many cows So many experiences, in just one day… You can discover the less touristy places of the Island, swim in crystal clear waters or simply take a walk in remote villages, contemplating its magnificent landscapes. Get ready to be amazed by panoramic views and explore the heart of nature, while learning all about Madeira's traditions and history. I have the BEST vehicle for that, an UMM (open classic ex-army Portuguese jeep - it has a cover also for all weather conditions) and creativity to take you to places that you just have to see! So, join me and let´s have fun together, exploring without stress, no Rush… as friends, fleeing the Tourist Traps and Crowds. We have time! I will do my best to provide you a unique experience that you will never forget!

Inclusions: Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch not included – extra 12,00€

Reviewed By melaniem842019

Great day trip with Miguel. We visited a lot of beautiful parts of Madeira, the views were breathtaking, the discovery of the island was amazing. Miguel was a really friendly guide, very patient, helpful, caring of us and teaching us a lot of things.

9. Private Service VIP South Tour

Pearl of the Atlantic Madeira
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South Tour begins in the city of Ribeira Brava, known for the charms of its wild stream. Then we carry on towards Ponta do Sol this beautiful and cultural village where we visit the downtown as well as it's harbor and we can see where the sea in the winter goes over a Bar next to the Bay. Advancing on the route, we will go to visit the Madalena do Mar Harbor for nice Pictures and see some fisherman houses until we arrive to Calheta, a place known for his artificial sand beach and production of Sugar Cane Rum. We carry on towards the mountains of Prazeres where we can visit a Farm Animal Center and try its awarded jelly flavors (fee applies) Continuing we go to Paul do Mar through amazing old roads with old tunnels open by the men.

Inclusions: Driver/Local guide, Live commentary on board, Hotel/port pickup and drop-off, Private tour, Transport by private vehicle, Free WIFI

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Farm Animal Admission Ticket

Reviewed By RuiPedro65

It was a wanderfull day that i spenddl whit the pearl of the atlatico.Tour west has really beautiful views. The guiedes of the company are really professionals.

10. Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour in Madeira

Marina da Calheta, 9370 Lombo Do Doutor, Portugal On Tales
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Whales and Dolphins Watching Tour: Come experience the marvellous nature of the south west sea of Madeira Island on board Miranda, a refined and comfortable motor yacht. Feel the happiness of being near the wild marine nature: dolphins, whales, turtles, and other amazing animals that we can find! Be there and join them while they cruise along on their journey in the open seas. Enjoy the Atlantic Ocean from a luxurious view and cruise on its waters discovering the Island by sea.

Inclusions: Light refreshments (water, fruit juice, soft drinks, beer), Snorkel equipment (masks, fins and tubes), Hair and body towels, Blankets, Shower after swimming time, Toilet, Cabin, Bottled water

Exclusions: Transportation to/from attractions. We can organize hotel transfers upon request. There might be an extra charge for this service, depending on the location of your hotel.

Reviewed By fOcile2019

Hello. True profesional boat driver! Staff friendly. We reand a boat for 3 hous. It was worth every penny!

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