Nature and Wildlife Tours in Funchal at a glance
- Our pick: Madeira: Porto Moniz, Seixal & Fanal Forest Jeep Tour, € 69 per person (7h 30m, 4.92★ · 3,912).
- Top rated: Funchal West Tour: Waterfalls, Natural Pools & Cabo Girão, € 39 per person (7h 30m, 5.00★ · 123).
- Best value: Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching: Hybrid-Electric Catamaran, € 35 per person (3h, 4.56★ · 2,288).
Price per person across the 25 options priced per person: € 35–€ 100 (median € 69). With 100+ reviews: 15 of 30.
Of the 30 options: 30 with live guides in English, 30 with free cancellation, 25 with instant confirmation, 22 with hotel pickup, 18 kid-friendly, 5 private and 17 bookable last-minute.
How we rank: quality, number of reviews, availability, booking conditions and relevance to the topic. In the comparison table, our top 3 comes first. Prices are per person, except options priced per group: that price is for the whole group, and the per-person figure assumes the group is full. “Top rated” = the highest score among options with at least 100 reviews.
Nature and Wildlife Tours in Funchal — Cabo Girão, Pico do Arieiro, Porto Moniz and 14 more
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30 options
The 15 best
Ranked by quality, reviews, availability and booking conditions.
Madeira: Porto Moniz, Seixal & Fanal Forest Jeep Tour Feel the wild side of Madeira on a jeep tour to Porto Moniz pools, Seixal black sand beach, Fanal Forest and Cabo Girão Skywalk. Includes pickup from Funchal. Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3 ★ 4.92 (3,912 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching: Hybrid-Electric Catamaran Hybrid-electric catamaran dolphin and whale watching tour off Funchal, Madeira. 2.5–3 hours with certified guides, two viewing decks, and silent engines. Every day · 10:00 and 14:30 · All ages ★ 4.56 (2,288 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 35 per person
Whale and Dolphin Watching in Funchal: Luxury Boat Trip with Swim Whale and dolphin watching boat trip from Funchal with Portuguese wine, snacks and a swim stop at Cabo Girao: everything included, showers and towels on board. Mon–Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 · From age 3 ★ 4.91 (1,989 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · PT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 79 per person
Madeira Whale and Dolphin Watching Motor Yacht Tour with Swim Whale and dolphin watching tour on Madeira's southwest coast aboard a motor yacht with a land-based spotter and professional crew. Every day · 10:00, 13:30, 16:30 and 19:30 · All ages ★ 4.93 (1,325 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 74 per person
Catamaran wildlife tour Funchal: Dolphins, whales, turtles Three-hour catamaran trip from Funchal Marina searching for dolphins, whales and turtles in their natural habitat. Every day · 10:30 and 15:00 ★ 4.53 (541 reviews) Duration: 3h Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 35 per person
Private Whale Watching Calheta: Yacht with Sparkling Wine Sail from Calheta on a private yacht with a professional crew to spot whales and dolphins. Sparkling wine, snorkeling gear and refreshments included. Every day · 10:00, 13:30, 16:30 and 19:30 ★ 4.94 (566 reviews) Duration: 2h 30m Live guide: EN · PT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 524 per group
Madeira: Dolphin, Whale & Turtle Watching Sea Safari Tour Feel the Atlantic wind as you spot dolphins, whales, turtles & seabirds near Funchal. Small group boat tour with marine biologist guide, wildlife guarantee & coastline views. Every day · 10:00 and 14:00 · From age 6 ★ 4.73 (374 reviews) Duration: 2h Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 50 per person
Madeira Peaks 4X4 Tour: Open-Top Views of Pico do Arieiro Feel the wind on an open-top 4x4 day trip through Madeira Peaks, with stops at Santana’s thatched houses, Pico do Arieiro views, and local village life. Includes pickup. Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun · 08:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.90 (125 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
25 Fountains Levada: Rabaçal Valley Hiking Tour with Waterfall Hike through Laurissilva Forest in Rabaçal Valley with a local guide, descending from Paul da Serra and passing Risco Waterfall before returning. Fri and Sun · 08:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 8 ★ 4.70 (213 reviews) Duration: 7h Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 48 per person
Dolphin and Whale Watching Funchal: Small-Group Catamaran Dolphin and whale watching from Funchal on a sailing catamaran. Max 35 guests, professional guide, snorkelling gear included. Swim stops available. Every day · 10:30 and 15:00 · Up to age 80 ★ 4.90 (117 reviews) Duration: 2h–3h Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 40 per person
Funchal West Tour: Waterfalls, Natural Pools & Cabo Girão West Madeira full-day tour from Funchal with Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão viewpoint, forest walks and volcanic pool swimming. Includes lunch and WiFi. 8 hours. Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 5.00 (123 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 39 per person
Madeira Sunrise Hike: Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Small Group Watch the sunrise above Madeira’s clouds on a guided Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo hike, with hotel pickup and a small group for a quieter mountain morning. Every day · 06:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 10 ★ 4.97 (152 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 100 per person
Madeira: Porto Moniz Lava Pools, Fanal Forest & Cabo Girão 4x4 Tour Feel the Atlantic spray at Porto Moniz lava pools, wander Fanal’s misty forest, and stand on Cabo Girão’s glass skywalk. Includes pickup from Funchal. Mon–Sat · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3 ★ 4.85 (147 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Jeep Safari Funchal: Open-Top 4x4 Through Remote Madeira Open-top jeep safari from Funchal through UNESCO forests, volcanic pools and traditional villages with a live guide and hotel pickup included. Every day · 08:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.80 (91 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Jeep Safari Funchal to Porto Moniz: North Coast & Plateau Jeep safari from Funchal across Madeira's north coast and Paul da Serra plateau: volcanic pools, black sand beach. Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.91 (123 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 65 per person
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Pico do Arieiro & Cristo Rei 4x4 tour from Funchal Feel the wind at Pico do Arieiro, ride open-roof 4x4 trails to Santo da Serra, and end with sweeping views at Cristo Rei. Includes Funchal pickup. Mon and Fri · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3 ★ 4.90 (132 reviews) Duration: 4h 30m Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 45 per person
Madeira West Coast Tour: Cabo Girão, Seixal & Porto Moniz Small-group tour of Madeira's west coast with pickup from Funchal, electric vehicle, and lunch by natural pools at Porto Moniz, seven travelers max. Every day · 10:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.99 (93 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 75 per person
Porto Moniz & Fanal Forest Jeep Tour: West Madeira off-road Drive backroads through western Madeira in a classic 4x4 Jeep with a local guide, visiting Porto Moniz's natural pools, Fanal Forest, and coastal waterfalls. Every day · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 5 ★ 4.97 (78 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · FR ✓ Free cancellation. from € 65 per person
Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Santana Electric Tour with Pickup Madeira east coast tour in electric vehicles visiting Pico do Arieiro, Santana village, levada walk, glass viewpoint and Ponta de São Lourenço. Hotel pickup included. Every day · 10:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (70 reviews) Duration: 7h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · IT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 75 per person
Porto Moniz 4WD Jeep Tour: Laurisilva Forest & Natural Pools Full-day 4WD jeep tour from Porto Moniz through Madeira's ancient Laurisilva forest, across Paul da Serra Plateau, and down to volcanic pools. Every day · 08:30 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 4.87 (70 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · DE · PT · IT +2 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Ponta de São Lourenço Hiking Tour: Rocky Eastern Coast Guided hike to Madeira's easternmost point with views of both coasts. 6 hours including transport from Funchal, with local guide and air-conditioned minivan pickup. Tue · 08:30 · Hotel pickup · From age 8 ★ 4.94 (33 reviews) Duration: 6h Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 48 per person
Madeira: Pico do Arieiro & Santana tour with local guide Experience Pico do Arieiro, Santana’s thatched houses, and Ponta de São Lourenço on a guided Madeira day trip. Includes pickup and rum tasting. Mon, Wed and Fri · 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 3 ★ 5.00 (29 reviews) Duration: 7h 30m Live guide: EN · PT · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Levada & Waterfalls Hike Rabaçal: 17km challenging walk Hike 17km through Madeira's Levada trails and laurel forest to Lagoa do Vento waterfall with a certified guide in a small group of up to eight, with hotel or port pickup. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 10 ★ 4.96 (25 reviews) Duration: 6h–7h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 79 per person
West Madeira 4x4 Tour: Private Customizable Route with Guide Private 4x4 tour of west Madeira with a local guide who tailors the day to your group. Choose from São Vicente caves, levada walks. Every day · 07:30, 08:00, 10:30 and 11:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (20 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 420 per group
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From € 50 per person · 4 h to 8 h
Private Sunrise Hike Funchal: Pico do Arieiro or Custom Route Private guided hike in Funchal with a certified mountain guide, hotel or port pickup included, and the freedom to choose Pico do Arieiro. Every day · 08:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 4.95 (20 reviews) Duration: 6h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 450 per group
Madeira: Ponta de São Lourenço Sunrise Hike & Picnic with Pickup Start your day hiking Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço at sunrise, guided by a local expert. Includes hotel pickup, small group, and picnic time by the sea. Every day · No fixed time · Pickup available · From age 10 ★ 4.78 (18 reviews) Duration: 4h–5h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 70 per person
Levada do Rei hike Funchal: Small group with local guide Small group hike on Levada do Rei in Funchal with certified mountain guide, hotel pickup and driver included: maximum 8 walkers, no crowds. Every day · 08:00 and 09:00 · Hotel pickup · From age 8 ★ 4.94 (17 reviews) Duration: 7h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 50 per person
Funchal: Pico do Areeiro & Santana 4x4 Off-Road Tour Madeira's 3rd highest peak at 1,818m, UNESCO Laurisilva forest, 240-year-old Santana house & traditional lunch. Small groups, cruise pickup included, 8 hours. Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun · 08:30 and 09:00 · Hotel pickup · All ages ★ 5.00 (5 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · DE · PT · FR +1 ✓ Free cancellation. from € 69 per person
Desertas Islands Catamaran Tour: Monk Seals & Snorkeling Sail a private catamaran from Funchal to the Desertas Islands nature reserve to see endangered monk seals and seabirds. Swim. Next departure: 15 May 2027 ★ 5.00 (3 reviews) Duration: 8h Live guide: EN · PT ✓ Free cancellation. from € 3,150 per group
Private Madeira shore excursion from Funchal: 4x4 west coast tour Private 4x4 tour from Funchal cruise terminal along Madeira's west coast, visiting Porto Moniz natural pools, Paul da Serra Plateau. Every day · 08:00, 08:30, 09:00, 09:30 and 10:00 · Hotel pickup ★ 5.00 (1 review) Duration: 7h–8h Live guide: EN · PT · FR · ES ✓ Free cancellation. from € 420 per group
The top 12 of 30 options, side by side
✓ 2026-11-14| Option | Price | Duration | Rating | Days and times | Guide languages |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeira: Porto Moniz, Seixal & Fanal Forest Jeep TourOur pickGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | € 69 per person | 7h 30m | 4.92★ · 3,912 | Every day · 09:00 | English, Spanish, French +1 |
| Funchal West Tour: Waterfalls, Natural Pools & Cabo GirãoTop ratedGroup of up to 8 · Pickup offered | € 39 per person | 7h 30m | 5.00★ · 123 | Every day · 08:00 and 08:30 | English, Portuguese |
| Madeira Dolphin & Whale Watching: Hybrid-Electric CatamaranBest value | € 35 per person | 3h | 4.56★ · 2,288 | Every day · 10:00 and 14:30 | English, Portuguese |
| Whale and Dolphin Watching in Funchal: Luxury Boat Trip with Swim | € 79 per person | 3h | 4.91★ · 1,989 | Mon–Sat · 10:00 and 14:30 | English, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Madeira Whale and Dolphin Watching Motor Yacht Tour with SwimGroup of up to 12 | € 74 per person | 2h 30m | 4.93★ · 1,325 | Every day · 10:00, 13:30, 16:30 and 19:30 | English, Portuguese |
| Catamaran wildlife tour Funchal: Dolphins, whales, turtles | € 35 per person | 3h | 4.53★ · 541 | Every day · 10:30 and 15:00 | English, Portuguese |
| Private Whale Watching Calheta: Yacht with Sparkling WinePrivate | € 524 per group up to 7 people · ≈ € 75 per person if 7 go | 2h 30m | 4.94★ · 566 | Every day · 10:00, 13:30, 16:30 and 19:30 | English, Spanish, Portuguese |
| Madeira: Dolphin, Whale & Turtle Watching Sea Safari Tour | € 50 per person | 2h | 4.73★ · 374 | Every day · 10:00 and 14:00 | English, Portuguese |
| Madeira Peaks 4X4 Tour: Open-Top Views of Pico do ArieiroPickup offered | € 69 per person | 7h 30m | 4.90★ · 125 | Tue, Thu, Sat and Sun · 08:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| 25 Fountains Levada: Rabaçal Valley Hiking Tour with WaterfallGroup of up to 15 · Pickup offered | € 48 per person | 7h | 4.70★ · 213 | Fri and Sun · 08:30 | English, German, Spanish +2 |
| Dolphin and Whale Watching Funchal: Small-Group Catamaran | € 40 per person | 2h–3h | 4.90★ · 117 | Every day · 10:30 and 15:00 | English, Portuguese |
| Madeira Sunrise Hike: Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo Small GroupGroup of up to 8 · Pickup offered | € 100 per person | 6h–8h | 4.97★ · 152 | Every day · 06:00 | English, Spanish, French +1 |
By what you need
- Private (5): Private Whale Watching Calheta: Yacht with Sparkling Wine (€ 524 per group) · West Madeira 4x4 Tour: Private Customizable Route with Guide (€ 420 per group) · Private Sunrise Hike Funchal: Pico do Arieiro or Custom Route (€ 450 per group)
- Small groups (up to 15) (14): Madeira: Porto Moniz, Seixal & Fanal Forest Jeep Tour (€ 69 per person) · Funchal West Tour: Waterfalls, Natural Pools & Cabo Girão (€ 39 per person) · Madeira Whale and Dolphin Watching Motor Yacht Tour with Swim (€ 74 per person)
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