A compact, private 4-hour 4x4 loop from Funchal that pairs coastal villages with off-road highland views. Visit Câmara de Lobos, SafariCo’s private fields, Boca dos Namorados and the Cabo Girão Skywalk for dramatic cliffside panoramas.
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You turn a coastal road and the sea drops away beneath a cliff—wind pushing the 4x4 as the driver steers toward a glass platform that hangs 589 meters above the Atlantic. The first minutes in Câmara de Lobos place you in a working fishing village: tiled houses, boats bobbing in the bay, and the smell of citrus and sea air.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires short walks on uneven surfaces and ability to board a 4x4.
Wildlife
History
Câmara de Lobos grew as a fishing community and drew 19th-century visitors like Winston Churchill, who painted its bay; terrace agriculture has shaped the island’s slopes for centuries.
Conservation
Visitors should stick to marked paths and avoid littering—Madeira’s steep ecosystems are sensitive, and sustainable tourism helps protect terraces and native flora.
Reserve your spot on the Private 4x4 Shore Excursion 4h Adventure today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring layered wind protection
Cabo Girão and mountain passes can be windy and cooler than the coast—pack a light windbreaker.
Secure camera gear
Strong breezes and uneven ground at viewpoints mean straps and stable grips are useful for cameras and phones.
Prepare for rough tracks
Off-road sections can be bumpy—if you’re prone to motion sickness, sit forward and avoid heavy meals before the tour.
Respect private farmland
SafariCo’s fields are private; follow your guide’s instructions and avoid walking through crops or gates.
Sturdy walking shoes
Low-ankle support and grip are helpful for short, uneven viewpoint walks.
Windproof jacket
Cliff-top winds and changing mountain weather make a light windproof layer valuable.
Sun protection (hat, SPF)
Open viewpoints and coastal sun call for sunscreen and a hat.
summer
Small daypack
Keeps water, camera, and layers organized during on/off-road stops.