Vila, Porto Moniz Trip Overview
Hidden between the valleys of the North of Madeira Island there is a sea level small piece of land that stays in the memory of everyone who visits it.
Historically this was an agriculture area. Wine was its most important product and everything was done using traditional tools and methods.
Nowadays this is a protected area. No electricity grid and almost no cell service. This is a great place to walk, relax and enjoy the view.
This tour begins in Porto Moniz at 09:00 and we head towards the Calhau das Achadas da Cruz.
We return to The Feira do Gado Picnic Park.
In afternoon we go to Paul da Serra to see several viewpoints.
The next stop is Ponta de Pargo Light House.
After that we visit the Garganta Funda Viewpoint and continue to Pico Vermelho Viewpoint, stands on a cliff, 420 metres above sea level with a beautiful view to Atlantic Ocean.
Then we go offroad to to Capela da Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte – Cabo, returning after to your hotel.
Additional Info
* Duration: 6 hours
* Starts: Vila, Porto Moniz, Portugal
* Trip Category: Outdoor Activities >> 4WD, ATV & Off-Road Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Vila, Porto Moniz, Madeira, Portugal
Hidden between the valleys of the North of Madeira Island there is a sea level small piece of land that stays in the memory of everyone who visits it.
Historically this was an agriculture area. Wine was its most important product and everything was done using traditional tools and methods.
Nowadays this is a protected area. No electricity grid and almost no cell service. This is a great place to walk, relax and enjoy the view.
This tour begins in Porto Moniz at 09:00 and we head towards the Calhau das Achadas da Cruz.
We return to The Feira do Gado Picnic Park.
In afternoon we go to Paul da Serra to see several viewpoints.
The next stop is Ponta de Pargo Light House.
After that we visit the Garganta Funda Viewpoint and continue to Pico Vermelho Viewpoint, stands on a cliff, 420 metres above sea level with a beautiful view to Atlantic Ocean.
Then we go offroad to to Capela da Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte – Cabo, returning after to your hotel.
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Porto Moniz Natural Swimming Pools, Rua do Lugar, Porto Moniz, Madeira 9270-156 Portugal
The natural pools of Porto Moniz are the ex-libris of the municipality, which is a major tourist attraction. This holiday complex consists of pools formed from volcanic rocks with very singular shapes, where the sea comes in naturally always providing fresh and clear waters.
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro da Santa, ER101 46, Porto Moniz, Madeira 9270-000 Portugal
This viewpoint provides a beautiful view over the village of Porto Moniz and of its natural swimming pools, as well as the Mole Islet.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: R. Levada da Ribeira da janela, 9270 Levada Grande, Portugal
Visit the beginning of Levada Ribeira da Janela
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Teleférico das Achadas da Cruz, Vereda da Achada do Calhau, Caminho do Teleferico, 9270-015 Porto Moniz, Portugal
Visit Calhau das Achadas da Cruz in cable car.
This modern means of transport provides excellent panoramic views over the green hills and the blue sea.
The Achadas da Cruz Cable Car provides access between the Achadas da Cruz area and the small pebbled beach located in this area. It also provides support to the local farmers of this area in accessing the farmlands and carrying their harvests.
Duration: 1 hour 20 minutes
Stop At: Bica Da Cana, Er110, Ponta Do Sol, Madeira Portugal
Viewpoint
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse, Rua do Farol 1, Ponta do Pargo, Calheta, Madeira 9385-251 Portugal
The Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse viewpoint, located in Ponta Vigia, on the island’s westernmost cape, rises to an elevation of 312 m, offering stunning views of the immense ocean and the rugged landscape, extending from the Ponta do Pargo lighthouse to Achadas da Cruz.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro do Pico Vermelho, Caminho Lombada Velha, Ponta do Pargo, Calheta, Madeira 9385-288 Portugal
Viewpoint
Duration: 10 minutes
Stop At: Capela Nossa Senhora da Boa Morte – Capela do Cabo, Ponta do Pargo, Calheta, Madeira Portugal
Despite the short route to the viewpoint, the view is stunning, the green of the mountains and blue of the sea make a beautiful backdrop.
Duration: 15 minutes
Stop At: Miradouro do Veu da Noiva, Er 101, Seixal, Madeira 9270-154 Portugal
The Véu da Noiva Viewpoint, located between Seixal and São Vicente, enables visitors to see the Véu da Noiva waterfall and the northern coast of Madeira Island. Situated on the old road which connects Seixal to São Vicente, the Véu da Noiva Viewpoint offers one of the most typical landscapes of Madeira. From this point you can see the Véu da Noiva Waterfall, which resembles a bride’s veil, due to its height and the torrents of water that gush down the hillside.
From this viewpoint there is also a pleasant view of the Atlantic and the slopes of the northern coast of Madeira.
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Seixal Natural Pool, Praia do Porto do Seixal-Madeira, Seixal, Madeira 9270-132 Portugal
Here you can enjoy pleasant moments at the Natural Pools of Seixal. This bathing area allows contact with the sea in pools formed by volcanic black stone, with a view of the mountains and nature that surrounds them.
Along the old road that connects the parish of Seixal to the town of São Vicente there is the “Véu da Noiva” Belvedere, from where you can view a waterfall that pours a strong load of water down the slope, reminding us of a bride’s white veil.
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Ribeira da Janela, Ribeira da Janela, Madeira, Madeira Islands
Its name comes from a small island, which rises about 100 meters from the mouth of the stream, and which has an opening that looks like an open window. This parish has about 750 inhabitants living in traditional houses, in an environment of great calmness and tranquility.
In relation to economic activities, agriculture, some services and tourism homes in rural areas stand out.
In Ribeira da Janela we find the Viewpoint of Traquada that offers a wonderful view over the north of the island. This Viewpoint has tables and benches which can be used for picnics.
At the mouth of Ribeira da Janela there is a campsite with excellent facilities and various services and infrastructure to support campers.
Duration: 25 minutes
