Duration: 2 hours
Every day (at 10:00 and 14:30)
English-speaking guide

Itinerary: Departing from the port of Porto Santo, you will first visit the uninhabited islets of Cima and Cal (Ilhéu de Cima and Ilhéu da Cal) located off the coast of Porto Santo. You will then continue to Zimbralinho Beach (Praia do Zimbralinho), a small beach bordered by steep cliffs located at the southernmost point of Porto Santo. A snorkelling stop is also planned (snorkelling equipment is provided).

Every day (at 10:00, 14:30, 16:30 and 19:30 - sunset tour available in July and August)
English-speaking guide
Driving licence required

Buggy tours are a great way to connect with nature in its purest form and try out a unique experience. Get your fill of thrills as you navigate a range of trails and overcome exciting obstacles, with the breathtaking landscapes of Porto Santo as your backdrop! These expeditions guarantee unforgettable moments, whether you're looking for an adrenaline rush or just a different way to admire the scenery.

Duration: 3 hours
Thursday (at 2.30pm)
English-speaking guide
Minimum 6 people (small groups on request)

Itinerary: You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the city. The tour begins along the pier, where small and medium-sized boats are moored. You will then see the Padrão dos Descobrimentos monument, which pays tribute to the Portuguese Age of Discovery, before heading to the main church (Igreja da Nossa Senhora da Piedade). Then, there will be a visit to the museum of the famous navigator Christopher Columbus and that of Jorge Brum do Canto, a Portuguese filmmaker. The excursion ends with a tasting of typical island snacks, including one drink per person.

Duration: approximately 24 hours
Thursday (at 7pm)

Itinerary: From the port of Porto Santo, you will take the ferry at the end of the day to Madeira, the neighbouring island. Once there, you will enjoy an overnight stay with breakfast and a whole day to explore Funchal and its surroundings at your own pace. You can stroll through the charming streets of the capital, visit the gardens or sample the local cuisine. This is the ideal getaway to discover the best of Madeira!
Included: transfer from your hotel to the port of Porto Santo, ferry crossing to Madeira, transfer from the port to your hotel in Madeira, one night's accommodation in a hotel in Funchal with breakfast included, and return journey.

Duration: 3 hours
Wednesday (at 3pm) and Friday (at 10am)
English, French and German speaking guide

Itinerary: After departing from your hotel, you will head towards the south-west of the island, where you will make your first stop at Calheta to visit the small natural harbour. On clear days, you may also catch a glimpse of Madeira. You will continue to the golf course, then on to the villages of Campo de Baixo and Campo de Cima. In Lombas, you will stop at the Moinho das Lombas viewpoint to cool off, discover how traditional windmills work and relax on the beach. The tour continues to Tanque, Dragoal and the 437-metre tall Pico de Castelo. It was a refuge for the population when the island was attacked by pirates and privateers, and offers beautiful views of the town and the island. Next, you will descend to Camacha to visit the Cardina Ethnographic Museum and taste some local wines. The museum has an octagonal shape – the same shape as the windmills – and exhibits handcrafted tools and a few models of fountains that the owner designed to scale, preserving the heritage of Porto Santo. Finally, you will head to Serra de Dentro and Serra de Fora to the Portela viewpoint, where you can enjoy a panoramic view of the west of the island and the windmills.

Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
Every day at 10am and 3pm
English, French and German speaking guide

Itinerary: The tour will depart from the hotel and head south-west, stopping first at the Flores viewpoint. Here, you can enjoy beautiful views of the eastern landscapes of the island and, weather permitting, Madeira. You will then head west, stopping at the Morenos viewpoint, where you can see a network of volcanic caves. Next, you will stop at Pico da Ana Ferreira to discover a rare volcanic site with a prismatic shape and almost perfect columns. You will then pass through Campo de Baixo and Campo de Cima before stopping at Quinta das Palmeiras for refreshments and the chance to admire the exotic birds and botanical garden.
The tour continues north, passing through Fonte da Areira, a ‘mini-desert’, and Serra de Dentro. You will also visit Casa da Serra, a house-museum that bears witness to life in the past, gives an insight into the island's historic industries and sells a wide variety of homemade products. You can try Porto Santo wine and typical biscuits, before heading back to Serra de Fora and the Portela viewpoint, which has spectacular views of the west of the island and the old windmills.

Duration: 3 hours
Tuesday at 9:30am
English and French-speaking guide
Minimum 6 people (small groups on request)
Recommended equipment: walking shoes and water
Distance: 5 km

Itinerary: You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to Pico Castelo, which is 437 metres above sea level. The ascent is via a path largely made of basalt stones and steps.
During the hike, you will be able to see some native plants such as dragon trees, heather, juniper, as well as other plants recently introduced to the island. This is the only green mountain on the island – its reforestation began in 1912 with the planting of Aleppo pines, Lebanese cedars and other species. You can also observe the local birds that come here to nest. From the top of this peak, you can see the stark relief of the island’s topography and its two volcanic formations at each end, separated by the lower plain.
You will descend to the trail that skirts the island's highest peak, Pico do Facho, which is 517 metres above sea level. This altitude is ideal for enjoying a beautiful 360-degree panoramic view of the island. It was once an observation post during the island’s darker times, when pirates plundered the archipelago. Whenever a pirate ship approached, a huge fire, visible from Ponta de São Lourenço, the eastern tip of Madeira Island, was lit. Successive fires were lit on the peaks, giving the inhabitants of Madeira a few hours to prepare for pirate attacks.

Thursday at 8:00pm

This traditional dinner is an opportunity to discover local traditions and flavours. You will first be welcomed with a glass of poncha, followed by bolo do caco (wheat bread) with garlic butter and a trio of escabèches (marinated fish) made with tuna, gaiado (bonito) and squid.
For the main course, you can enjoy carne de vinha d'alhos (a dish made with meat, wine and garlic), regional espetada (meat skewers) and tuna in vilhão sauce (a sauce made with white wine and vinegar), served with the typical accompaniments of fried potatoes, fried cornmeal and fresh salad.
The meal ends on a sweet note with a passion fruit pudding, accompanied with a glass of Madeira wine.

Duration: 2 hours
Every day at 9:30am, 2:00pm, 5:00pm
English-speaking guide

Enjoy a peaceful and environmentally friendly experience on board this boat, thanks to its almost completely silent operation. It does not emit any air pollutants and does not contaminate the water with oil or fuel, making it an eco-conscious choice of excursion. It has a glass observation deck built into the bottom of the boat, so you can watch the underwater world go by in a unique and immersive way, without getting wet. It’s the perfect blend of entertainment and education, allowing you to appreciate the beauty of the marine ecosystem without disturbing it.
The boat trip starts at the island's marina and heads to Ilhéu de Cima, where there is a 30-minute stop to observe the marine wildlife. Here, you will have the chance to swim and snorkel, whilst Madeira wine, fruit juices, water and traditional Porto Santo biscuits are served on board. The trip continues on to a shipwreck, where you can also see some interesting marine life, before returning to the marina.

Duration: 3 hours
Friday at 9:30am
English and French speaking guide
Minimum 6 people (small groups on request)
Recommended equipment: walking shoes and water
Distance: 5.5 km

Itinerary: You will be picked up at your hotel and taken to the starting point of the hike on the E.R. 111 regional road. On the way to the top of Pico Branco, you will encounter a huge prismatic formation through which the trail has been carved. It also crosses a unique, 460 metre-high rock formation. The summit is covered with cypress trees and is home to most of the native plant species of the island of Porto Santo. This area is also part of the Natura 2000 network.
The steepest part of the hike is along a palisade, reminiscent of some hikes in Madeira, and ends at a rock fissure at Cabeço do Caranguejo. The trail continues through a landscape dominated by cypress trees (Cupressus macrocarpa) until it reaches a fork leading to Terra Chã on the right and Pico Branco, or ‘White Peak’, the second highest peak in Porto Santo, on the left. It takes its name from a white rock column where a large quantity of orseilla (Urzela) – a plant used in Porto Santo for the manufacture of dyes and other special products – once grew. Two remarkable species of seabirds can also be observed here, namely the Cory's shearwater (Calonectris diomedea borealis) and the common tern (Sterna hirundo). This trail was also built to allow mules to pass through when the inhabitants of Terra Chã used to grow barley.

Duration: 2.5 hours
Every day at 10:00am and 2:30pm
English-speaking guide

Itinerary: This excursion includes a walking tour of Farol Island (Ilhéu Farol, an uninhabited island off the coast of Madeira). You will also have the opportunity to go snorkelling (equipment provided), and enjoy a tasting of regional products.