Overview
If you are fit, come with us and enjoy a fantastic coastal walk for a 3–4 hour round trip. PONTA DE SÃO LOURENÇO is a unique area with a painting-like scenery on the easternmost tip of Madeira. There is a feel of wilderness and a wide range of little plants and birdlife. You can stand at the top of sheer cliffs and marvel at the seascapes at various points. Every corner you turn, there will be another breathtaking view of both the northern and the southern coasts of Madeira. From the Morro do Furado, you will see the lighthouse in the distance and the neighbouring islands of Desertas and Porto Santo. Do not miss this incredible place – it’s a must! This walk is an opportunity to step back in time with evidence of the volcanic turmoil, the geomorphological processes and the struggle by plants and animals to grab a foothold on a beautiful but hostile landscape. Such rugged terrain for hikers you do not find everywhere. BOOK NOW!
Included & Excluded
- Certified Staff
- Applicable taxes
- Entrance fees (where applicable)
- Insurance (as required by Portuguese law)
- First aid kit (essential items as recommended by ATR)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal and Caniço
- Drinks and meals (Please bring your picnic and water).
- Our pick-up and drop-off services outside Funchal and Caniço are not included by default. However, if you require this service, mention it in the booking notes. Depending on availability, we will send you a proposal. Alternatively, you can meet us at the designated meeting point at the Funchal Cable Car stop. We will email you the exact time and location, ensuring a smooth and convenient start to your tour.
Additional Notes
The Ponta de São Lourenço Walk offers options for every budget, whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or in a group. It guarantees a high-quality experience that showcases the best of Madeira. What sets us apart is our ability to upgrade any tour to a private experience, giving you a more personalised journey with flexible start and stop times. We’ll help you choose the best schedule by considering daylight hours, ensuring a worry-free experience that’s tailored to your preferences.
For something truly extraordinary, we can work with you to design a fully customised journey from scratch, with your preferences at the heart of the planning process. Click here to learn more about our Personalised Madeira Itinerary service. If you proceed with booking the walk, the design fee will be deducted from the total tour cost, making it a seamless and personalised experience from start to finish.
Other Information
Hotel Pick-up Funchal: 08h15 | Caniço: 09h15
A staff member will pick you up at the indicated place and confirm your voucher identification. You can present either a paper or an electronic ticket for this activity. The tour will begin as soon as we finish collecting tour members.
WhenTuesday
Year-round, except on December 25 and January 1
Duration7 hours
The tour starts at 9:00 and finishes around 16:00.
Trip SpecificationsDistance & Altitude
Distance: 8 km (4 miles)
Max. Altitude: 110 m (360 ft)
Min. Altitude: 5 m (16 ft)
Departure Point and TimeConfirmed by email
RequirementsPunctuality & be fit to walk
What do you need to bring?Don't forget
You should bring non-slip walking boots or sports footwear, a camera, and a coat or a jumper if it gets cooler.
We also suggest taking your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and hat if you want to swim—only in summer and if safety conditions permit.
Take a bag to carry your litter away with you.
If you haven’t purchased a picnic, we remind you to reserve enough water and food, as there is nothing available on the route.
If rain is forecast, bring a raincoat or poncho and a wind protection coat, as it gets very windy there.
Walking poles might be a help.
Children: Parents must bring a hiking child carrier backpack to carry their children under 4.
Good to KnowActivity level
This walk is unsuitable for people with vertigo problems; Parts of the path are narrow with a steep drop on one side, but most have a barrier running alongside. There are some steps and narrow sections to overcome. There is only a toilet halfway at Cais do Sardinha. They charge you 1 euro, though.
Children:
Not recommended for children under 9.
SecurityDon't take risks
Better to go with a guide and relax, instead of getting lost in the mountains of Madeira. Knowing that the mountain guide activates the emergency system is reassuring if you fall or feel unwell. He/she sends a warning and the group’s location to the local authorities, enabling a quick rescue. All well worth the money for the hike.
Our ExpertiseWhy us?
We pick you up from where you are staying and drop you off when finished. It is an easy and comfortable way to get to the walk. There are comfort breaks before and after the walk. It’s easy to book. Our staff are qualified. We take you to various sites we know you will want to explore. Our fundamental principles are the comfort, safety, and flexibility of our guests and personnel.
Hotel Drop-off15:30 - 16:00
Please NoteThe order of the itinerary as shown above may be subject to change and/or affected by local conditions.
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damian441 –
In portuguese they call it “Vereda”, I would call it…wonder! Completely different from the rest of the Island, Ponta de Sao Lourenço offers dramatic cliffs where you can see the clear volcanic origin of the island. As Geologist I can say that is one of the best place in the world I ever seen.
danielalanmartin –
I can easily say hand on heart that you will definitely be met by a rare beauty of some vicious landscapes. Its like the gods have used it as their own personnel carving projects. The cliffs are vertically on top of the ocean with a gorgeous tone and mixture of brown and black rocks.