
Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour
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Is Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour worth booking?
Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour is a 4-hour experience in Funchal, Portugal, from $28 per person. It scores 64 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 64 / 100
- Rating
- 5/5 (3)
- Duration
- 4 hours
- From
- $28 per person
Tour the north-eastern coast of the island while enjoying the amazing volcanic landscapes and learning the island's origin. Join us on this journey several million years back in time to some of the best geological sites
What you get
About this experience
Tour the north-eastern coast of the island while enjoying the amazing volcanic landscapes and learning the island's origin. Join us on this journey several million years back in time to some of the best geological sites of the Island to learn all about the origins, age and landscapes of Madeira Island and its neighbouring Islands within the archipelago. A famous tour that explains all about the Madeira archipelago's islands. A must for first time visitors! The tour includes visits to some volcanic cones, old and young lava flows, fossil beds, rift zones, prismatic basaltic outcrops among other geologocal features. Tour also includes equipment to enrich your experience and help you to observe the other Islands within Madeira archipelago. The tour is easy, accessible to most people and made at a relaxed pace in small groups, normally of 8 people and some sections out of the beaten track. Our guides are all naturalist guides or biologists.
What's included
Included
- Tour includes pick-up, drop off, insurance, geomap, binoculars, field telescope and coffee break.
Not included
- Extra food and beverages other than specified by the guide during the tour.
What you'll see and do
Madeira
On this tour we will visit several locations throughout the eastern side of the island, where we'll get to know about the origins of this archipelago and how its formation unfolded.
240 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Funchal
Christ statue parking lot near the cablecar to Garajau beach
Meeting point
Funchal
Funchal Lido monumental bus stop meeting point
Hotel pickup
Pickup is available for selected locations. Pickup begins about 15 minutes before departure.
Ends at
Christ statue parking lot near the cablecar to Garajau beach
Ends at
Funchal Lido monumental bus stop meeting point
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Wed
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Madeira Fauna Flora
Know before you go
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
2 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
1 mentionReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Traveler reviews
3 verified traveler reviews for Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Enjoying!
Great! Both the guide and the driver were very friendly and gave us a lot of information. We would do it again.
via Viator
Excellent introduction to the geology of Madeira!
An excellent and informative introduction to the geology of Madeira. Our guide was very knowledgeable and his explanations were excellent!
via Tripadvisor
Star gazing and Geology tours
We had an amazing evening with you guys with the Star Gazing. Will be recommending you guys to everyone and once again thank you for the great tours you have provided us.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Wed
- Price range
- $28 to $55
- Hotel pickup
- Available for selected locations
- Booked in 30 days
- 1
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 64
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Funchal.
How much does Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour cost?
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Prices start at $28 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Funchal usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour take?
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Plan for about 4 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Funchal is not rushed.
Is Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 64 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Funchal, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 4-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour?
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Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Funchal can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Funchal and add a light layer if any part of the 4-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Madeira: Geology The Origins Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Funchal within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Funchal?
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On Outty we rank every Funchal experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4, West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Funchal?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Funchal?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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