
Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour
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September 2026
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Traveler rating
4.9/5
Based on 84 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour worth booking?
Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour is a 8-hour experience in Funchal, Portugal, from $49 per person. It scores 78 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.9/5 rating across 84 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 78 / 100
- Rating
- 4.9/5 (84)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $49 per person
Explore the northwest side of Madeira in a 4x4 vehicle with an open top roof. Volcanic lava pools, a 15–minute levada walk, non-touristic villages, Madeira's UNESCO–listed native forest, waterfalls, sea cliffs, any many
What you get
About this experience
Explore the northwest side of Madeira in a 4x4 vehicle with an open top roof. Volcanic lava pools, a 15–minute levada walk, non-touristic villages, Madeira's UNESCO–listed native forest, waterfalls, sea cliffs, any many more great surprises await you.
What's included
Included
- Local guide
- Driver/guide
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off - Pick up at the Cruise dock extra fee €5.00 per person
- Hotel pickup and drop-off - Funchal area free pick up
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- pick up outside of Funchal may have extra fuel tax
What you'll see and do
Serra de Agua
Serra de agua
Pass by without stopping
Caminho Real da Encumeada PR12
Encumeada
Pass by without stopping
Sao Vicente
Ginjas
10 minutes here
Bica Da Cana
Estanquinhos
Pass by without stopping
Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra
Paul da Serra
Pass by without stopping
Levada do Paul da Serra
Paul da Serra
Pass by without stopping
Vereda do Fanal
Fanal
10 minutes here · Admission not included
Ribeira da Janela
ribeira da Janela
Pass by without stopping
Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela
ribeira da Janela
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Miradouro Ribeira da Janela
ribeira da Janela
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Porto Moniz
porto moniz
45 minutes here
Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools
porto moniz If the weather alows you can swim at the volcanic lava pools
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Seixal
Seixal
Pass by without stopping
Poca Das Lesmas
If the weather alows you can swim at the volcanic lava pools
45 minutes here · Admission not included
Miradouro do Veu da Noiva
Seixal
5 minutes here · Admission not included
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 5 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, pt, en, it, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Green Devil Safari
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 84 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
The guide
10 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Knowledge and storytelling
6 mentionsReviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.
Food and drink
3 mentionsThe tastings and food stops are a highlight for most reviewers.
Photo opportunities
2 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Traveler reviews
84 verified traveler reviews for Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Our guide/driver was Jose...
Our guide/driver was Jose Zescaleipa for a tour of the west of Madeira. The tour was amazing. And Jose was very outgoing and personable. Can’t go wrong with Green Devil Safari!
via Viator
Cannot thank our driver and rate this experience enough!
Incredible experience! Well worth it (I did the Northwest - Enchanted Terraces), you get to see so many beautiful things and our driver Pedro (Peter) Ponchal was so knowledgeable, skilled and friendly and made sure we enjoyed every second of the journey. He even tailored it when certain were shut so we can still learn/do/try things which are authentic to Madeira. I cannot thank him enough, he deserves a promotion!
via Tripadvisor
Great experience
Pick up at hotel on time. Driver - Pedro - very friendly and knowledgeable. Driving safely on sometimes deserving roads. Lots to see and experience. Can only say, thanks to Pedro. If on the island this is one of tours to do.
via Tripadvisor
Great day with Décio
We had a great day with Décio on this tour! He was a great driver and a super-engaged guide who did his absolute best to make it a wonderful experience for us - I'm pretty sure he even moderated his driving on the off-road bits so our skinny seven-year-old would find the bumps fun rather than scary. Décio was a bit worried about the weather at Fanal, but we found the mist to be exactly the right kind of atmospheric - and once we descended into Porto Moniz, things looked up for a lovely time at lunch. We also had a great time at Seixal, though I recommend wet shoes if you're intending to go for a dip. All in all, it was a great day, and Décio was an amazing guide - thank you so much!
via Tripadvisor
Luis from South Africa was our guide for the day and I can only say that it was an excellent experience thanks to Luis..
Plenty to see and do on the trip and highly recommend it.....10 out of 10 and a great experience. Climate change was unreal
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $49 to $69
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 78
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Funchal.
How much does Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour cost?
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Prices start at $49 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 Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour take?
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Plan for about 8 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 Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 78 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.9/5 across 84 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 Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day 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 Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day Tour?
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Around 29 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 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Northwest Terraces and Volcanic Pools 4x4 Full Day 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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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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