Guided tour of the Fanal Forest near Porto Moniz, Madeira

Organized by Overland Madeira

Activity Snapshot

Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 4 hrs
Spoken languages: Portuguese, English
Minimum age: From 2 years-old and up
Cancellation policy: flexible More info
Opening seasons:
  • J
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  • M
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  • M
  • J
  • J
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Activity description

Step back in time with this hiking tour through the enchanted Fanal Forest and connect with the natural heritage of Madeira Island.

In Madeira we can find natural forests in the north of the island, specifically in the municipality of Porto Moniz, where the Fanal Forest is located 40 minutes away from Ponta Delgada. This forest is known for its magical landscapes thanks to the presence of lime trees growing in a wooded environment. This forest has a mystical atmosphere with twisted trunks where you can see the interplay of light through the leaves. The Fanal Forest is located in a mountainous region offering a trail that you can discover with Overland Madeira's guided tour, where you can explore the natural beauty of this environment.

The instructor will pick you up from your accommodation and take you to this enchanting Fanal forest for a magical 4 hour excursion travelling through the laurel forest with its mystical atmosphere. You will have the opportunity to explore the natural beauty, the local flora and fauna such as the famous 600 year old trees and learn more about the history of this magical area. You will visit ribeira da janela viewpoint, the seixal beach and São Vicente town.

Discover the most characteristic flora and fauna of Madeira with this magical hiking tour through the Fanal Forest where nature comes alive in every corner.

Course of events

- Pick up from your accommodation.

- Transfer to the starting point, Fanal forest.

- Briefing of the activity and picnic in Fanal forest.

- Start of the route to explore the natural beauty of the laurel forest for 4 hours.

- Visit the Ribeira da Janela viewpoint, the Seixal beach and São Vicente town.

- Transfer to your accommodation.

 

Activity requirements

All children must be accompanied by an adult.

The minimum height is 1.20m.

Special terms

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to plan the meet-up / pick-up time and place for your activity.

Children will have to be accompagnied by an adult.

The price will be according to the number of people:

- 1 person 150€/ person

- 2 people: 120€/ person

- 3 people: 80€/ person

- 4 people: 75€/ person

- From 5 people:70€/ person

 

Included
  • Tour guide
  • Photos
  • Video drones
  • Pick up and drop off
Excluded
  • Lunch
Do not forget to bring
  • Backpack
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Confortable clothes
  • Confortable shoes
  • Warm jackets
100% secure payments
by credit card or Paypal
Meeting point
Pick-up in your accommodation. Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule