Madeira Wine Tasting Jeep Tour
4.9 · 112 Tripadvisor reviewsCombine Madeira wine tasting with a six-hour jeep route through Câmara de Lobos and the surrounding countryside. Explore agricultural terraces, the Levada do Norte and viewpoints above Curral das Freiras, with off-road sections and a stop at Cabo Girão. The day includes a guided tasting at a local winery and time for lunch, with the meal paid separately.
- Half Day (6 hrs)
- Up to 6 Guests
- Adults €50 · Children €30
- Shared or Private
- Pay on the day, in person
Pickups outside Funchal have an additional fee.
The route
Journey through Câmara de Lobos fishing village learning about poncha and local heritage, then climb through rural roads lined with banana plantations and vineyards to Quinta de Santo António's private agricultural terraces. Explore the historic Levada do Norte irrigation system, reach the breathtaking Boca dos Namorados viewpoint over Curral das Freiras, and tackle off-road sections through cherry and chestnut trees. Finish at Cabo Girão's glass skywalk 580m above the ocean, with a guided wine tasting at a local winery and a stop at a traditional Madeiran restaurant for lunch (meal not included, paid on site).
- 1Câmara de Lobos fishing village and poncha origins
- 2Quinta de Santo António private agricultural terraces
- 3Levada do Norte historic irrigation system
- 4Traditional poncha tasting with step-by-step explanation
- 5Boca dos Namorados viewpoint over Curral das Freiras
- 6Off-road through cherry and chestnut tree groves
- 7Cabo Girão glass skywalk, 580m above the ocean
- 8Guided Madeira wine tasting at a local winery
- 9Lunch stop at a traditional Madeiran restaurant (meal not included)
What's included
- 4x4 vehicle
- Multilingual local guide throughout
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Guided wine tasting at local winery
- Time for lunch at a traditional Madeiran restaurant (meal paid by guests)
How booking works
Send your preferred date and group size.
Safarico confirms availability, usually the same day.
You finalize pickup details directly after confirmation.
You pay in person on the day of the tour. Nothing is charged online.
What Our Guests Say
“André was a excellent guide! We had an amazing day, told us a lot about the local history, showed us a local farm, we had a great lunch, the best live made poncha ever and a very nice off road tour with his jeep! Completed with a good wine tasting and viewing point excursion. Best driver of Madeira by far;)”
Frank
“We had such a good time! Our guide Andre was fab - his passion and local knowledge really shone. We loved experiencing the poncha, wine tasting and off-road adventure, and met some lovely people along the way. Thank you again!”
Hannah
Questions about this tour
What else is on the route besides wine tasting?
The itinerary includes Câmara de Lobos, Quinta de Santo António’s agricultural terraces, Levada do Norte, the Boca dos Namorados viewpoint and Cabo Girão. Off-road sections through the countryside connect the sightseeing and wine experience.
Is this wine tour available shared or private?
The tour is offered as a shared or private experience. Share your date and group size when you enquire so we can confirm the available format and price. The guided wine tasting is part of the tour; lunch is paid separately.
Is hotel pickup in Funchal included?
Yes. Pickup in Funchal is included. Pickups outside Funchal have an additional fee.
When do I pay?
You pay in person on the day of the tour. Nothing is charged online when you send a request.
Can I request a German-speaking guide?
Yes, but German-speaking guides are limited and are not available on every departure. Request German guiding when you enquire and wait for our confirmation for your date.
Can you pick us up near Funchal cruise port?
Pickup is available beside the port, outside the terminal. Contact us before booking to confirm the meeting point and discuss whether the tour fits your time ashore. Share your arrival and required return times with your request.
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