Cabo Girão & Rabaçal Offroad Day Trip
Description
Embark on an adventure through the Rabaçal Valley, where the lush laurel forest awaits, along with its enchanting waterfalls. This offroad excursion promises stunning vistas of the Madeira coastline, highlighted by a visit to the Cabo Girão viewpoint.
Day Trip Overview
Your journey begins with a pickup from your hotel located in downtown Funchal at a pre-arranged time. We will then travel for an hour in an offroading vehicle, heading toward the captivating Rabaçal Valley.
Once in this remarkable setting, you'll experience a 3-hour trek through the rich laurel forest, home to numerous springs, impressive waterfalls, and the renowned levadas de Madeira. Curious about these unique irrigation channels? You will have the chance to uncover their secrets on this adventure! Following the hike, we will return to our vehicle and continue to Paúl da Serra for a meal break.
Subsequently, we will head to Cabo Girão, the tallest cliff in Europe. Here, the glass-floored viewpoint offers a thrilling experience for those not afraid of heights. Take in the breathtaking scenery of the Atlantic Ocean and the picturesque town of Câmara de Lobos.
Your day will conclude as we bring you back to your hotel, marking the end of a memorable 7-hour excursion.
Hotel Pickup Information
This tour facilitates a pickup service from hotels and apartments situated in the Funchal city center. If accommodations are outside this area in the southern part of the island, an additional fee will be required on the day of the tour. Please be advised that pickup services do not extend to the northern areas of the island.
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop–off (only in downtown Funchal)
- Transport in offroading vehicle
- English–speaking guide
What's not included
- Admission to Cape Girão: 3EUR per person
Cancellation policy
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima (local time)
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Important information
On the day of the activity, the local provider will pick you up from your hotel in downtown Funchal at the scheduled time. Please be ready and waiting in the reception of your accommodation at least 10 minutes in advance.
Pickup Times
- Caniço: between 8:20 am and 8:30 am
- Funchal Port: between 8:45 am and 9:00 am
If you're staying in other areas in the south of the island, the local provider will contact you to confirm the exact pickup time. In this case, you'll have to pay an additional supplement in cash on the day of the tour: between 5 and 15 euros per person, depending on your location.
Minimum Age
The minimum age to participate in this activity is 7 years old.
Important Info
The ticket to Cape Girão is not included in the price. On the day of the activity, you'll need to pay 3EUR per person.
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