4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other
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4x4 Safari Private Jeep, Full Day, Customizable Santana or Porto Moniz or other
By Up Mountain Madeira
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Duration: 7–8 hours
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Live guide: Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
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- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Live commentary on board
- Local guide
- Professional guide
- Driver/guide
- Port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Local taxes
What's not included- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.Pickup details
- Pickup in hotels and Airbnbs - as its a private tour other areas can be also arranged. extra charges my be aplied please contact for arrangements.
Hotel pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.Airport pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included airports.- Madeira Airport, Funchal, Madeira Portugal
Port pickup offeredDuring checkout you will be able to select from the list of included ports.- Funchal, Portugal
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point. - Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Pushchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 36979P14- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- Most travellers can participate
- Children must be over 5 year old and accompanied by an adult
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
- If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 36979P14
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- 286vickic0 contributionsRapid road to everywhereThis is the second time we have taken this jeep safari tour and enjoyed it just as much the second time. Our driver was knowledgeable and kept the tour running on time. He ordered the coffee for us at the coffee break stop, as he knew the language difficulties. I tried the famous fruit drink, which has rum in it, and was suitably dropped under the table for a while. Delicious, though.Written 3 January 2025
- jeanieh850 contributionsMadeira delivered splendidly!Edgar was friendly and professional. From Picking us up at the port, sipping wine, explaining everything about his beautiful island, 4wheel driving, site seeing, you name it, he delivered all extremely well! Thank you, Edgar, for a memorable day on Madeira!Written 28 December 2024
- paulbT3581RK0 contributionsGreat Personalized Service. Nico and his Team fully deserve their fantastic Reviews!Amazing hike, albeit not one for the faint-hearted! LOTS of steps! Upmountain cannot be faulted. Nico was delighted to offer a totally personalised walk for just 2 people, with transport to and from hotel. All smoothly booked online from UK. Our driver and guide for the day was David. He was great. Friendly, knowledgable, polite, always alert to our safety. Scenery was magnificent. Whole Experience was exceptional. From personal experience of previous visits to the Island, infinitely better than the mass "touristy" group walks offered by the bigger operators. Worth every bit of e. 285 cost for the day. So pleased we stumbled upon Upmountain when searching online from UK, with all other companies approached seemingly totally disinterested in meeting our requirements.Written 27 December 2024
- drmetter0 contributionsWonderful tour!My friends and I had a wonderful day with our tour guide Filipe. He was knowledgeable, kind, and very fun to spend a day with exploring the beautiful island. We loved all the stops we went to, each one better than the last. Communication and booking ahead of time was straightforward. Would definitely recommend UpMountain Madeira for a tour!Written 16 November 2024
- K597LFalexr0 contributionsBest experience with a tour guideWe had the absolute BEST experience with UpMountain Madeira— their crew has been FUN, flexible, and so knowledgeable. They have taken us all over on multiple excursions since we have been here this week. HIGHLY recommend David for all the hikes and Diego for the jeep tour. We did 25 fountains at the end of the week and we did a full day off road tour another day.Written 15 November 2024
- Odyssey138676195830 contributionsExcellent!Excellent off-road safari experience to west/north of Madeira. Standing in an open roof army jeep going through narrow streets of little villages and wild forests up in the mountains was an unforgettable experience. Tobias was excellent guide and driver!Written 13 November 2024
- AnthonyG18140 contributionsFantastic walk with David!We had an absolutely fantastic time with David on this guided hike. We only ended up doing it because we tried to book the guided walking route PR1 Vereda do Areeiro through Viator with Up Mountain, and had the booking rejected. We initially couldn’t understand why, but booked a self-guided walk on that route (just transport to/from the walk). David was then kind enough to reach out later via WhatsApp, completely unprompted, to explain that the PR1 route was closed and any booking for it would result in disappointment! He offered us this alternative and we were delighted to accept, and so glad we did, cancelling our other booking, and he was very accommodating re the only date we could do, running the hike for just four of us even though there would normally be 8. The hike was stunningly beautiful, David was great company and very knowledgeable, and we got to see a beautiful sunrise with stunning weather; the landscape was so dramatic I’m sure it would be beautiful in most weathers! We got a great swim at the end too. David even took us for a “proper” Poncha local drink at a local place he knew on the way home, as we were assured that the one we had in our hotel would not have been a true taste of this drink! A wonderful trip we can highly recommend to anyone with Up Mountain, and if you’re lucky, with David!Written 1 November 2024
- M2245PDjong0 contributionsMust do Madeira walkAmazing hike, stunning views, and David was a brilliant guide with lots of interesting insight. Definitely worth doing at sunrise to beat the crowds!Written 23 October 2024
- dcyo1230 contributionsHalf day tourGreat half day trip with knowledgeable guide with great sense of humour. The only way to see Maderia in a jeep! Cannot rate these guys enough. Would recommend to anyone with a short amount of timeWritten 5 October 2024
- Rovadia0 contributionsExcellent Madeira Safari half day tour!We were in Madeira on a cruise and did a half day jeep tour with Up Mountain Madeira. Our ship's schedule was changed at the last minute and Nico from Up Mountain Madeira was very accommodating with rescheduling our tour. Tiago, our great guide, picked us up at the port and took us to a few beautiful places on the island like the Cabo Girao skywalk and also did some off-roading in an amazing forest. We really enjoyed our day. Thank you!Written 4 October 2024
- Guide523310745210 contributionsVineyards and ponchaA really lovely experience combining a visit to Camara de Lobos and then off road up into the mountain first to see the vineyards of Henrique and Henrique. Finishing with a trip to ‘The View’ the aptly named roadside cafe where they served superb snacks at very reasonable cost. The whole trip had been changed from the original due to the recent forest fires but we weren’t disappointed. Many thanks for a great tripWritten 12 September 2024
- kevindM3046AT0 contributionsFantastic memories made .Just returned from a full day tour to the West with Diego, what a great knowledgeable safe driver/guide, . Full fun packed day, lots of information , laughs , and opportunities to experience the west of the island . We would highly recommend Up Mountain Madeira as a go to tour company . Thank you .Written 12 September 2024
- Tourist586591528650 contributionsMadeira half day tours #safarimadeiraHad a half day 4x4 tour with John our tour guide, who was very informative, not only pointing out local information but informative about Madeira generally. He told us about the local produce in peoples gardens and showed us some brilliant scenic view points. We stopped off for local Ponca (very potent)at a roadside cafe, then up 4x4 ing in the forest. Well worth the expense. #safarimadeira, #johnWritten 7 September 2024
- Emma W0 contributionsIncredible day 🤩We did a 4x4 tour of the east with Up Mountain Madeira and it was amazing! Our guide and driver, Diogo, was fantastic - such a nice guy and gave us loads of interesting information as well as taking us to places we would never have found ourselves. The off-roading was so much fun too! Highly recommend this company!Written 31 August 2024
- Matthew E0 contributionsAwesome hiking!We had booked to walk PR1 but unfortunately the route was closed due to the wildfires. We were offered a refund on our booking if we wanted but were very keen to hike whilst on Madeira. Nico offered us an alternative walk which was Larano - edge of paradise hike between Machico and Porto da Cruz and we were not disappointed. The hike was really beautiful and we were well guided by Benni who had knowledge of the island, landmarks, fruit, flowers and the local people of the area. It has been a pleasure to deal with Up Mountain Madeira from start to finish and we would certainly recommend them for any hikes on Madeira. Thank you very much!! Matt and Emma.Written 23 August 2024
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Clifton B
11 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
We had a private tour with our guide Niko. He is a very intelligent and kind person. Who showed and learn us a lot about the flora and fauna of the island and also about its local culture. This tour was beyond our expectations and I would definitely recommend anyone who wants to get to know the island from an more exclusive and diverse way.
This gentleman is so relaxed and amiable he makes you feel like you knew him for years.
This gentleman is so relaxed and amiable he makes you feel like you knew him for years.
Written 18 August 2020
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Hello my good friend, i had an amazing time with you and your familly, and really looking foward for some next time we can explore a bit more of the island! thnak you so much for you kind review and see you soon! ;)
Written 20 August 2020
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Alison
United Kingdom1 contribution
We booked the full day private 4 x 4 safari of the eastern part of Madeira for myself, husband and 2 children. It was the most amazing way to see the island. Ricardo was extremely knowledgable of the island and stopped often to show us perfect photo spots and to tell us about the fauna and flora. The off road experience was so much fun in the open top jeep - especially when we were able to stand up. Ricardo took us to a local restaurant in Santana for lunch which was one of the best meals we’ve had so far on the holiday. I really can’t recommend this trip enough. We’ll certainly book to do the western trip when we return…. Hopefully very soon!
Written 31 July 2021
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the open top real 4X4 UMM makes all the diference and using our offroute paths we are able to show you a diferent island from the masses, even ina very relaxed way! Loved the day and you family and hope you come back some day soon!!
one big hug
Written 16 January 2022
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BHollahan
Singapore, Singapore92 contributions
Our tour was fantastic from start to finish. We wanted a private tour and we were able to customize our itinerary with Nico before arriving in Madeira. Our guide, Edgar, was knowledgeable, funny, engaging and handled that Portuguese army jeep like a pro when we went off-roading. Value for money was exceeded. I highly recommend customizing your tour if you are a group of 6-8. It was perfect. Thank you so much!
Written 28 October 2022
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matt_28242
London, UK8 contributions
Nico was super communicative in advance and then came to collect us in the 4x4 as arranged. We went for their 'standard' west coast trip and then customised it based on what we had/hadn't already seen. It was a brilliant day - Nico gave us some great info on the island, had great knowledge about its flora/fauna, and nothing was too much trouble. Even had a Poncha on the way home! we're also vegetarian and he made sure to phone ahead and book somewhere we could eat for lunch. Cannot recommend these guys enough - fantastic day!!!
Written 24 May 2021
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we love to personalize and design each tour exactly to your needs, it was really a pleasure!! and hope to see you back some day soon my friends! one big hug
Written 16 January 2022
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Jacob M
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May 2022 • Friends
I never leave reviews, but this trip was so amazing I had to do it this time. Nicolau was our tour guide and showed us the best time. We casually mentioned we wanted to see a winery sometime and he set up a tasting with a winery in the mountains that was incredible and cheap. He was also very knowledgeable, dropping interesting tidbits about the island throughout the trip and was very personable and friendly. The places he took us consistently took our breath away and the sights and activities were so varied. I cannot recommend this tour with Nicolau highly enough, I can honestly say it was the best tour I have ever been on.
Written 2 May 2022
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hello my friend i know and i really apreciate the time for you leaving this one. really had a great time with you as well! hope to see you some day sooN!
Written 29 April 2023
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Beverley S
28 contributions
Sept 2022 • Friends
From start to finish Rodrigoz was an entertaining informative guide teaching us the history of the island and its flora and fauna. The off roading was the best experience ever, exhilarating and scary but we never felt unsafe. View points wonderful with the option of stopping when we saw a shot worth taking. The levada was a nice chance to stretch our legs and experience first hand a Maderian traditional walk. Local cafe stop poncha was organic and freshly made, so tasty. Lunch well were do I start. Make sure you eat a light breakfast as for the extra 15 euros you get local veg soup, bola garlic bread choice of meats on hanging skewers chips and rice. Beers and a bottle of wine all included. Rum factory and a tour of the old capital ending with a final view point then home. We'll recommended. Communication around booking faultless.. We lived it. If you want any tour go with this company.
Written 18 September 2022
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thnak you sooo much for your words. we love to do private tours exactly for that.. to fill up to your expectations and desire 100%
Written 29 April 2023
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TNK
4 contributions
A great private 4x4 tour for just the two of us! The weather could have been better but the guide was extremely knowledgeable and suggested an alternative route that would be less impacted by the rain. As it was the rain only lasted the morning so after a great lunch (venue recommended and booked by the guide) it was roof down and off road. I would really recommend this tour to anyone who wants to see the real Madeira!
Written 26 April 2022
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hello my friend thank you so much for understanding we did our best regarding the weather :D great you still had a fantastic time as we did also.
see you soon my friends
Written 29 April 2023
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John_Tanya37
Romford, UK49 contributions
This is a brilliant trip and a must do for everyone visiting Madeira. Nico was a brilliant guide with great conversation and interesting facts on the island and the flora and fauna, nothing was too much trouble. We enjoyed mountain roads and off-road tracks away from the crowds, a short levada walk (we didn’t want too much walking), and a trip to the volcanic pools a t Porto Moniz. I wish we had stayed a bit longer at the pools as this was a great place to swim, dive and hang out. Nico arranged a lovely meal at the sea view rooftop restaurant. This is a stunning venue right above the pool and sea with amazing views. The food was also excellent and great value at around £40 for two adults and a child. This included several courses and drinks. On the route back to Funchal we also visited the north coast with some waterfalls and the glass skywalk overlooking a 580m cliff. Overall this trip was the highlight of our holiday and great value considering this was nearly an eight hour day out and we had the jeep to ourselves on a private tour. When I visit again I will book the east tour. So glad I did not hire a car as this is the only way to see the island and see it’s full potential. Thank you Nico for a brilliant day out
Written 27 August 2021
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my sweet friends, so happy you had a great day with us, we loved meeting you Thank you so much for
your words and your support, so happy you had a good time for us it was a pleasure makes us very
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Written 16 January 2022
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Amanda
Angers, France32 contributions
Sept 2022
We booked a private day jeep tour for 4 adults and it was the highlight of our week's holiday. We paid a little extra to be picked up close to our accommodation near Calheta, which is 45 minutes from Funchal, and it was well worth it. Our driver Edgar was amazing , very knowledgeable and told us a lot about the geography, history and economics of Madeira throughout the day. We tailored the 8 hour trip a little as we wanted to go to two swimming spots. Porto Moniz is a " must do" ( and was fabulous) and Edgar recommended Seixal. Seixal has a beautiful beach with black sand , which carries on as you walk into the sea so no rocks or seaweed. It was a lovely spot for swimming in the sea. There are 3 basic changing rooms too. During the day we stopped at some lovely viewing spots , did the 30 minute walk along a Levada, Fanal forest, off road as well as swimming. The old Portuguese army jeep was more comfortable than we were expecting and was great in both the rain ( we had a little in the mountains) and the sun. All in all a great day out and I thoroughly recommend this trip with Up Mountain Madeira.
Written 18 September 2022
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John C
17 contributions
We arranged a 4x4 full day private tour on the Far West route.
We had an amazing and unforgettable day. Edgar was our guide and driver. He was professional, cheerful, polite and very informative. We felt safe in his hands.
The trip included some of the old roads on the island, an incredible off road section, a 30 min Levada walk and lots of stops at other interesting sites with lunch at Porto Moniz.
The 4x4 was a Vintage Portuguese Military vehicle that was very comfortable and managed all the terrain without any difficulty. The open top made for great viewing and it was exhilarating to be able to stand for some of the sections.
Thank you Edgar - we would have no hesitation in travelling with you again
We had an amazing and unforgettable day. Edgar was our guide and driver. He was professional, cheerful, polite and very informative. We felt safe in his hands.
The trip included some of the old roads on the island, an incredible off road section, a 30 min Levada walk and lots of stops at other interesting sites with lunch at Porto Moniz.
The 4x4 was a Vintage Portuguese Military vehicle that was very comfortable and managed all the terrain without any difficulty. The open top made for great viewing and it was exhilarating to be able to stand for some of the sections.
Thank you Edgar - we would have no hesitation in travelling with you again
Written 14 October 2022
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Our cruise ship will be there Aug. 5 from 8:00 - 16:00. Can you work around that time frame? Is it possible to add a toboggan ride in the itinerary? We are a group of 4.
Written 17 July 2022
Hi, we are staying in saccharum resort & spa in Calheta. Would you be able to pick us for the trip?
We are staying in calheta from Sunday - Wednesday and then moving to Ried’s palace on Wednesday-Saturday.
We can travel on Monday or Tuesday for this tour from Calheta. There are 3 of us.
Thanks,
Umber
Written 19 August 2021
Thomas K
Cumming, Georgia
The cost you show is for a group. What is the cost for (4) adults?
April 28/ 2022
Written 27 July 2021
Hi. We are very excited to be visiting Maderia in August. There are 7 of us in the party, 3 adults and 4 teenagers but when I went to book it says the activity is limited to 6 even though the headline indicates up to 8? Ideally we are looking for an around the island excursion taking in key sights for the 7 of us.
Written 28 April 2019
How accessible is this tour? I have limited mobility and would want to take a portable buggy with me. We'll be on the Marella on a cruise. Thanks Kate
Written 15 January 2019
My immediate answer would be to contact the company and explain your needs. They are so helpful that if they can make it happen I’m sure they will. There may be additional cost though because probably taking a buggy would mean less paying customers for them. Or they may suggest a tour where it would not be necessary to get out. Try them and see.
Written 17 January 2019
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