Self Guided Transfer to Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Reserve
Description
Explore the iconic Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço trail with ease, thanks to convenient local transport from Funchal, Caniço, Machico, or Garajau. This self-guided hike unveils Madeira's stunning coastal landscapes and rich biodiversity over a 6 km round trip. With panoramic views of both the north and south coasts, this moderate trail offers a unique opportunity to witness rare wildlife, including the region’s largest seagull colonies and protected seabirds. After your hike, take a refreshing dip at Cais do Sardinha before your comfortable return to your pickup location, making this experience ideal for nature enthusiasts seeking adventure with flexibility.
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Pickup Locations & Times
Children below 12 years old or with less than 1,35m are not allowed Precise pickup time will be confirmed the day before or in the morning prior to the departure. Wear comfortable shoes and bring rain gear Bring your own food and drinks To ensure a smooth experience for everyone, please be on time as instructed by the driver. Delays affect the entire group, and if you do not arrive at the designated time, the tour will proceed without you. Keep in mind that the government now charges 3€ to enter specific hikes. You can either pay by card or with cash at the location or buy it beforehand. For more information please reach us out after booking.
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(76)
We had an absolutely fantastic experience, and a very special thanks goes to our guide, Vitor. Even though we booked the tour at the very last minute, Vitor went above and beyond by securing our time slots the evening before, despite them already being fully booked. From start to finish, he was always available, kept us well informed about every step of the tour, and made sure everything ran perfectly. Vitor truly listened to our wishes and tailored the experience to our preferences. He also shared countless helpful tips and insider recommendations that made our stay on Madeira even more enjoyable. Throughout the entire tour, he was calm, friendly, professional, and incredibly accommodating. The tour itself was simply breathtaking, with spectacular views and unforgettable scenery. Without a doubt, it was the best excursion we had on Madeira and one of the absolute highlights of our holiday. Thank you, Vitor, for making this such an unforgettable experience.
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us and Vitor, we are glad that he provided an excellent service. Thank you
Terrible experience, even more terrible communication with the company. They said it would last 4 hours but it was 6 due to the pick up location that were not on the way. Instead of 30 min drive we spent 1 hour in the car. Activity provider didn’t think it would be great to inform us in advance. We would not be able to make it to our next booked activity so we had to take a taxi back, the activity provider is not willing to communicate the issue and not willing to make any compensation. You can take a taxi and it will be half the price of this trip.
Unfortunately this review does not portray the truth. This customer wanted to cancel this transfer 8 hours before (which we could not allow) and then asked for a refund. On the day of the transfer immediately started pointing out "imaginary" issues in order to still get a refund. They did not complete the whole experience as you can see by the review, they decided to leave on a taxi. We wish you all the best
It was a great experience, the hike is sublime and our driver, Fábio explained everything we needed to know very well! I recommend it
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We are glad that everything worked out well and that Fabio helped you having a better day.
Fabio is so lovely and helpful! Thank you very much for a wonderful day and being giving great advice. Wonderful clear communication. I would recommend plenty of suncream
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We are glad that you had a great day. Thank you for reviewing Fabio
Everything was perfect from pickup to drop, helping with ticket booking. Everything went well! Fabio was very communicative and informative about the trek! Will book again with this team!
Thank you very much for taking the time to review us. We are glad that you had a great day. Thank you for reviewing Fabio
Excellent service and on time. The guide Fabio was the best!!!
Thank you very much for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are glad to read that Fabio helped making your experience even better. Thank you
The whole experience was effortless. Clear instructions on where to meet and drop off. Very professional and appreciated the regular communication both on the day and prior. Would recommend for easy travel to this beautiful hike.
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I arranged for several days of hiking transfers from our hotel to various trailheads across the island. This service was prompt, dependable and accommodating for a group of 16 hikers. We were met with smiles each morning and given good instructions and timeframes to complete our hikes. Extremely pleased with the service.
Thank you very much for taking the time to review your experience with us. We are glad to read that your hiking experience in Madeira was great. We were really happy to have your group with us and we look forward to welcoming you again. All the best Thank you
The driver Fabio was very friendly, punctual, and gave us many helpful travel tips. The hike on the PR8 is beautiful and absolutely recommended. We were very satisfied today and can gladly recommend this tour.
Thank you very much for taking your time to review us and Fabio. We are glad to read that everything worked out well. Thank you
Great experience, good communication with driver, came to collect us earlier than scheduled time as our group finished the hike sooner than expected. Highly recommended when wanting to hike PR8. Thank you!
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