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Madeira Island Motorcycle Tours
madeira island motorcycle tours, a biking experience for experienced bikers .
I offer exclusive motorcycle guided day tours for experienced riders . All my bikes (the Honda NC750x and BMW F700gs ) are maintained to a high standard by the experienced owner.
EXPLORE THE LUSH,GREEN,SUB-TROPICAL PORTUGUESE ISLAND BY MOTORCYCLE
Motorcycle day tours from 150 euros.
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All Bikes Maintained to a high standard
With direct ,Inexpensive flights from all over the UK and Europe this makes the island, Famous for Seafood,Rum,Wine and lush fruits ,Easily accessible.
The stunning mountain and coastal roads make for an ideal flyride,relaxed,adventure motorbiking getaway..
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MAIN OFFICE EDIFÍCIO NAVIO AZUL Estrada monumental, Centro Comercial Navio azul, Loja 17, 9000-100 Funchal
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Our Most Popular Tour
Old Road / Photo Oportunity – West
Visit the western side of Funchal, going through the newest part of the city, heading to the typical and unique fishing village of “Câmara de Lobos” making a stop to discover its beautiful landscape.
120€ per vehicle / 1 or 2 Passengers / Driver included
Popular Tours
We have a unique way of meeting your adventurous expectations!
Duration ± 4h, Calheta
On this tour, you have the opportunity to see some banana plantations, the vineyards for Madeira Wine, sugar cane, as well as, natural and artificial beaches…
160€ per vehicle / 1 or 2 Passengers / Driver included
Downtown / Night Tour
Duration ± 1h40, Funchal
Visit the historical center, passing through the Farmer’s Market, old town, Monte’s Cable car Station (optional short walk through the old town)…
70€ per vehicle / 1 or 2 Passengers / Driver included
Around the Island East
Duration ± 8h, Madeira Island East
Touring on the old roads with several stops for photos, talking and enjoying the views up to Monte where the Tobbogan starts, with a stop at Terreiro da Luta…
280€ per vehicle / 1 or 2 Passengers / Driver included
Top Destinations
Find the best places around the island!
Visit 500 year old downtown of Funchal
Ribeira Brava
Explore breathtaking views of Madeira
Breathtaking places
Câmara de Lobos
A breath of fresh air
Exploring the Calheta city
Paúl da Serra
Appreciate the southern&northern part of the island
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- (0.00 mi) The Bay House full Ocean view and Funchal Bay
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- (0.00 mi) Enotel Lido
- (0.05 mi) Barceló Funchal Oldtown
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Rent a Harley-Davidson or Indian Motorcycle , Scooter or Quadbike and start exploring Madeira Island on these motorbikes. Rent your dream bike!
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Pick up your dream premium motorcycle, scooter or a quad bike and go explore Madeira Island.
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Harley-Davidson Pan America
Harley-Davidson Sport Glide
Indian CHALLENGER
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Do you want to rent several Rides for a Private Group?
We offer you solutions with or without a Private Guide.
Gather your friends and book your favourite ride for a Trip around the beautiful Madeira island on a Harley-Davidson or an Indian Motorcycle. Contact us for a personalized quote.
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ENDURO & OFF-ROAD DIRT-BIKE TOURS
The best way to discover madeira island, enduro vacation.
The perfect one day escape, trail-riding and exploring the beautiful mountains of Madeira Island with our dirt-bike tours. Choose between a Half-day or Full-day ride.
5 Days Stay in Madeira, with a couple of Hotel options to choose from (downtown Funchal or Caniço), including 3 riding days with bike, fuel, guide, transfers, etc, covering different parts of the island, with good variety of terrains and a mix of challenging tracks for all levels.
8 Days Stay in Madeira, with a couple of Hotel options to choose from (downtown Funchal or Caniço), including 5 riding days with bike, fuel, guide, transfers, etc, covering different parts of the island, with a lot of challenging tracks and a good mix of trails, fireroads, single tracks, etc. Physically challenging!
Guided Enduro Dirt-Bike Tours
Madeira island, hi i am joão, co-founder and guide at enduromadeira.
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Madeira Island, Enduro Paradise!
If you are looking for an Enduro and Off-Road Dirt-Bike Adventure in Madeira Island , look no further.
We have everything you need to ride here on our beautiful Island!!!
Husqvarna Motorcycles
Available we have the new Husqvarna Enduro Models. These are Husqvarnas’ flagship machines for enduro!
Do you have what it takes?
Small Groups!
Private groups of you and your friends, make your motorbike journey more enjoyable, and provide a closer more personalized experience!
All you have to do is get in touch with us, and we will sort everything out for your trail riding experience.
All Levels are welcome!
For the biker who’s looking for his first off-road experience, to the hard enduro rider, we will customize your tour accordingly, always keeping your experience safe and challenging!
Everything you need to ride is here!
From awesome brand new bikes, truck for transportation and support, full riding gear sets, to local guides that know the coolest places to ride!
Enduro Cross Track!
For those looking to hone their skills, we offer a closed private enduro-cross style track with a few obstacles like tires, logs, rocks, to practice your enduro technique!
Where We Go
Discover Madeira like a local, riding with a local, discovering the local things. Get away from the beaten path, and avoid the crowds for a days tour or multiple days out riding.
A note about Madeira Island
Madeira is a Portuguese island famous for its wine, gastronomy, breathtaking views and mild subtropical climate all year round. The climate here averages 25Cº during summer and 17Cº during Winter.
Madeira is perfect for enduro, trail riding, and for the whole off-road scene in general because of it’s hills, wide variety of terrains and really awesome weather.
Here we can venture off-road and enjoy a huge variety of courses, from open road, full gas, to the really slow technical side of trails.
Madeira happens to be the perfect place to bring your family!
With an extensive list of things to do and discover, you can bring your family along, enjoy riding the best trails of Madeira, and return to your loved ones to recover for the next riding day.
Let us take you on a journey up the hills of the Island, and discover the true spirit of Nature!
If you’re looking for an adventure in madeira island, and would love to ride a motorcycle off-road for a day, our guided tours are one of the best ways to discover our beautiful island, we tailor adventures for tourists who are looking for their first enduro dirt-bike experience , to the hard enduro riders , who are looking for the true “bring-the-pain” experience. 😉, ride away from the crowds, and stay off the beaten path with our enduro tours, you can also customize your dirt-bike holidays, and ask for a specific number of riding days, accommodation nights, and activities., we will make it happen, single day rides.
Prices are according to group size, even when you are by yourself and matched with more people.
Real Enduro Experiences in Madeira
We offer single day tours, full or half day, for those who love riding motorbikes and are looking for an unique experience.
A Full-day tour usually starts at 10:00 and finishes at 16:00, with a lunch break of an hour.
Half-day tours usually starts at 10:00 and finish at 13:00
If you are booking a motorcycle tour with us, make sure you read our general terms and conditions.
What’s Included:
- Racing Dirt-Bike: Husqvarna (2T or 4T)
- Riding Gear (helmet, boots, armour, goggles, gloves, etc.)
- Flexible planned route
- Basic Rider Insurance
- Road Insurance
- Guide and Support
- HD Photos and Videos
Good to know/Must Have:
- Valid EU Driving License (A Class) / No Driving License? Contact us!
- Bike Deposit (500€)
- You are responsible for your safety and your bike
- We cover for light damages, scratches, dents, and easy fixes. Replacement parts not included
What people say
Testimonials.
Jan Baumeister
Simon Buckles
This was a really really cool experience! João Soares is a very good rider and always ready to teach the one who are experiencing Enduro or Mx for the first time. The Hondas are also amazing. I can recommend this to anyone who’s into adventure.. A truly food way to see Madeira Island from its best perspective.
— with Joao Pedro Soares .
João Pedro Nóbrega
Einfach perfekt!
Auch für “Anfänger” geeignet. Der Joao hilft, unterstützt und lässt erst machen bevor die Theorie beigebracht wird. Jeden Cent wert und besseren Guide trotz nur eintätigen Ausflüges kann man sich nicht wünchen!
Fotos mit stops für außergewöhnlichen Ausblicken sowie haufenweise Spaß sind inklusive.
Thank you mate for the most exciting day in our one week vacation! See you next time. Ride safe :).
Lukas Sidaras
This was a fantastic experience and the highlight of my trip. I have good street riding experience but little to none off-road. Joao took the time to coach me as we went along with great patience. I gained new skills and confidence as we advanced, and learned so much in just half a day. The day felt like riding with a friend. It was evident that with Joao’s experience level and the amazing beauty of Madeira, there was great potential for everyone from beginner to advanced riders to have an unforgettable experience.
Super fun day with an amazing guide (the owner) with a premium Bike. Great track. Easy communcation and he has 20 years of experience with MC.
The most fun ive ever had.
I recommend you have a lincence or decent experience with motorbike (any kind) in advance along with decent physical shape
Thomas Virik
Quite simply – the best day I’ve had on 2 wheels.Joao quickly assessed my riding ability and asked what I wanted from the day. He certainly pushed my limits on several occasions and give me just the right level of advice to ride sections I might not.have thought possible. Madeira is stunning and seeing it on a dirt bike is unbeatable.We bumped into some local riders who were all extremely welcoming. I was lucky enough to share a Poncha with them and just chat bikes!!!
If you’re thinking about booking but are worried about the type of trails or the level of challenge – don’t!! Joao will provide you with an unforgettable day. Book it and smile for days!!!
Jason Nicholls
Um dia incrível e muito bem passado! Nunca andei de Mota na terra e o joão ensinou me tudo o que deveria fazer desde como usar a embraiagem em subidas íngremes, posição não Mota entre outras coisas, o equipamento sempre limpo e a cheirar bem , as motas estão muito bem mantidas e não ocorreu nenhum problema ! A Mountain Gadget leva-nos a sítios incríveis e muito deslumbrantes, experiência única recomendo a qualquer um desde a um simples principiante a um expert nas motas !
João Ferreira
João is a great guide. Awsum rider and Taylor’s the ride to your ability. He knows the mountains well. Great bikes husky 300 tpi . Road all day up the mountains , amazing views and some technical stuff as well. I will definitely come back next time I’m in medira.
Joe Shoestring Racer
Big recommendation for all level riders. Alltough I had no enduro experience I had a blast. Joao will challenge you according to your skill and in the end you’ll look back to an amazing day. The bikes are kept in great condition and the gear was clean. Go book a tour, you won’t regret it.
I went in October 2021 and again July 2022 always have a great time amazing off road experience best off roading i have ever done will be back every time I come to maderia
Adam Chalmers
La CRF 450 est très puissante et le service de Joao est très bien! J’avais l’impression de rouler avec un ami! Equipement complet sécurisé compris. Bon rapport qualité prix!
Ilias Sahra
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Motorcycle dual-purpose and Adventure, Madeira Pearl of Atlantic
* In case the minimum number of participants is not reached,the tour can be cancelled or extra charges applied
Our Guided Motorcycle Tours allow you and your party to truly enjoy touring Madeira Island in style. On Arrival Day we'll greet you at the airport, providing transport for you and your party towards your accommodation. On the scheduled Tour day after a small safety briefing we will present you to your ride, supplying all selected gear. In our Tours we will be visiting amazing places as well, experiencing delicious regional specialties served in local restaurants carefully chosen for you, adding flavor to your experience with us. Our knowledgeable and friendly guides are highly committed to ensuring your needs are cared for, all team is excited to have you on board in this fantastic experience, we will take you and your party in a truly lifetime experience.
Day 1 Funchal - Funchal - 160
Here we presents our Southeast and North wonders Tour, our first day starts off from the reception area of your hotel at about 9h00 duration 8h. We make our way to southeast of the island from Funchal. The first stop is at the cliffs of Garajau where we stop to see the statue of Christ, some fantastic views from up there towards Funchal Bay. We then make our way to the village of Santa Cruz, followed by a visit to Machico the very first village in Madeira. We then make our way to the most eastern peninsular, Baia de Abra where we will stop at two different viewpoints and we can see Ponta de São Lourenço in Caniçal, where the views are absolutely magical. From up here you can see the north and the south part of the island as well as Porto Santo and Desert Islands. We then make our way up and along the coast to Porto da Cruz. On this viewpoint you get some splendid views of the north coast especially over Porto da Cruz and the Eagles Rock which stands 580 meters high here you will have the possibility of visiting the “Northern Milling Company” for its sugar cane rum production, which is not always in time of the harvest or fermentation but still you can see all the procedure and history of one of the most important mills of the island. Our next stop is Santana with its typical emblematic straw-roofed houses. There are people that to this day live in these type of houses. For those garden lovers you will find a wide variety of flowers on display right throughout the year. Next we stop in Faial where we normally stop for lunch. Lunch is at a restaurant called Grutas do Faial which means the caves of Faial. The restaurant is built into a rock and is described by all visitors as the highlight of the east tour. After lunch we take the most scenic route in Madeira, driving through the Laurissilva forest to Ribeiro Frio. Here we could stop to do an optional short levada walk to the Balcões. We recommend that everyone tries this one out as it is a flat an easy walk to one of the most amazing views on the island. From here we carry on the scenic drive up the second highest peak on the island Pico do Arieiro (1818m). If you lucky you will be able to view a sea of clouds below and a clear blue sky above. Our last stop on this east tour, before we descent down to Santo de Serra where we visit the market. At the end of the our east tour we make our way back down to Funchal via Gaula and Santa Cruz towards your hotel.
Day 2 Funchal - 160
The second day starts off from the reception area of your hotel 9h00 duration of 8h. The first stop will be at the fishing village of Câmara de Lobos. This typical fishing village, which is about 5 km outside of Funchal, is named after the Mediterranean Monk Seals. This picturesque village with its beautiful bay attracted the likes of Winston Churchill that spent his time painting the beautiful surroundings. Câmara de Lobos is also famous for its ‘poncha’, a mixture of lemon or orange juice, honey and sugarcane spirit, available at the many of its local taverns. Next we make our way to the highest sea cliff in Europe Cabo Girão. This absolutely amazing sea cliff which is the highest in Europe and second highest in the world (589m), will present you with breathtaking panoramic views, in a heartless glass balcony floor. Our next stop on this west tour is Ribeira Brava. This was one of the first parishes of the island and its name came from the wild (Brava) river (Ribeira) that flow in this area when the rain falls heavily. We then make our way to Ponta do Sol, Calheta and then towards Jardim do Mar. We visited several small villages with different peculiarities. We will always travel by the sea. It is the zone of Paul do Mar where we will climb a spectacular and curvy road towards Ponta do Pargo. Leaving from the Ponta do Pargo Headlight House we will ride towards Porto Moniz where are the famous natural sea water pools of the island of Madeira. Our next stop is the village of Porto Moniz, which is famous for its series of natural volcanic pools created by reefs in the coastal lava rocks. These clear shallow pools surrounded by volcanic rocks are great for swimming, and attract both locals and tourists alike. Depending on the weather and the time of the year we stop here for lunch. The other alternative is our next stop Seixal. We go along this north coast with the narrow twisting road which is simply spectacular with the most fascinating scenery coming both from its hanging cliffs and from the energetic ocean crashing against the rocks below. There is a beautiful black sand beach where you could also swim. After lunch we make our way to São Vincent, which is one of the most predominant villages of the northern coast of Madeira island. The volcanic caves which are a popular touristic attraction can be found here. Next we head south, up through the deep, green and narrow valleys of Encumeada and Serra de Agua, before making our way back to your hotel in Funchal
Day 3 Funchal - Funchal - 160
Today is our last riding day and we will discover the Nun´s Valley We start from the reception area at 9h00, duration 8h. In this last day of your journey we will visit Funchal city the historical center, and the center of the island which is called as Nun´s Valley . We will take you to the highest road on a fast uphill slope. We will visit one of the highest plateau Paul da Serra ( 1400 mtrs), after Funchal visit we make our way up to Picos dos Barcelos where we make a short stop to enjoy one of the best views over Funchal. This view point is found at an altitude of 335m, between Stº Antonio and Stº Martinho. We then make our way to Nuns Valley or Curral das Freiras, which is a small village nestled at the foot of a deep basin, surrounded by the rugged peaks of the surrounding mountains. Since Madeira is a volcanic island, this is regarded as the mouth of the volcano and hence the amazing surroundings. Once only accessible by foot (or donkey!) Nuns’ Valley can now be reached by road, although the village still remains fairly isolated. The village of the Nuns’ Valley sits in a deep ravine, thought to have been caused either by gradual erosion, or volcanic activity. Dating back to the 16th century, the village was apparently formed in 1566 when nuns from the Santa Clara convent in Funchal arrived here seeking refuge, having fled from attacking pirates. The view from the top at Eira do Serrado is simply breath taking as is the the road leading there. We stay here for lunch absorbing the wonderful sites that are bestowed upon us. We then make our way down into the beautiful village where we get the chance to enjoy the views from the bottom upwards. Then we descend towards Ribeira Brava to reach the amazing uphill Encumeada direction to Bica da Cana in Paul da Serra special place when the weather permits to overlook in the plateau all sea shore and the high mountains and where we ride to Fanal where we visited the lagoon that seems to be out of a movie by the centenary trees. Crossing this wonderful road we finish our trip in direction to Ribeira da Janela , São Vicente we make a small final stop for a for a deserved coffee or traditional drink and appreciate the last 3 days in this outstanding experience, then we make our way to Ribeira Brava and Funchal and finish this amazing journey full off wonderful memories
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- Yamaha Tracer 700
Supplement price: $54.18
- Benelli TRK 502 X
Supplement price: $0.00
- Yamaha Tenere 700
Supplement price: $65.02
Madeira is situated in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean, close to the African coasts making this island a paradise on Earth with subtropical climate, with maximum temperatures of 32º in Summer and minimum of 16º in Winter time, our sea temperature is all year around between 18º - 21º inviting you and your party for a refreshing swim in our picturesque sea shores where you can swim in our mesmerizing natural volcanic pools. The so-called pearl of the Atlantic is a small island, full of wilderness and winding roads, a rollercoaster of sights, memories and emotions, which makes an exotic ride in a beautiful paradise for those enthusiasts who love to ride a motorcycle. Discover our awarded Laurissilva, rests in view points, explore hidden spots where you can escalate from seashore to the mountain in less than 20 min. Take advantage of the many waterfalls, feel nature with unforgettable landscapes, while riding you can feel the scent of our Laurissilva and forests with abundant eucalyptus and other exotic fauna, where our team will take you and your party to the grandeur that Madeira Has to offer.
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Your madeira story: madeira island on a motorcycle.
UPDATED 16-07-2020 ◊ ZMIEŃ JĘZYK NA: POLSKI
Agata visited Madeira in the same period as me. If I knew that they were on Madeira, I would definitely invite them for a delicious Poncha and I would look closely at all passing… motorcycles and scooters, because that’s how Agata and Mariusz decided to explore the island.
Today, an interesting interview with Agata, creator of the Polish blog Okiemplecaczka , who will tell us all about their trip to Madeira in December , staying at the Dorisol Florasol and give us useful tips for, among others, renting motorcycles and scooters in Madeira.
SYTM: Tell us about your trip – when did you visit Madeira?
I visited Madeira with my husband during the Christmas and New Year period 2018 . Our plan was to spend Christmas Eve with the family, and for the next 7 days take a trip to a motorcycle-friendly place. Analysing the available options and destinations I mainly considered the date, location of the hotel, and things to see. Initially, we wanted to organize everything on our own, but in the end, we decided on a holiday package offered by the tour operator TUI.
SYTM: Do you often travel abroad on a motorcycle?
Motorcycles are our passion, and we frequently explore the world this way. We own for example a Triumph Tiger 1200, and on this motorcycle, we visited an entire Romania.
However, Madeira is the third island that we visited on a rented motorbike. The same way we already had explored Palma de Mallorca and Lanzarote . We love to spend our holidays this way, sunbathing and being lazy is not for us, we would probably die from boredom.
SYTM: Taking your own motorbike to Madeira by ferry is not an option, so your only option was a rental. Are there a lot of local motorcycle rental companies in Madeira?
Researching motorcycle rental companies online is always our first step when travel planning. Only then we focus on choosing the hotel, never the other way around. The hotel’s vicinity to the rental company is a priority, I could not imagine choosing a hotel located on the other coast.
Before arriving in Madeira I found a couple of booking websites; sort of booking engines where you book and pay a deposit, but never receive the address of the actual company. Once we arrived, we found only two rental companies offering motorcycle rentals in Funchal. Renting scooters is a different story, they are much more popular and it is easy to find one.
SYTM: How do you rate their offer? Their prices? Which company would you recommend to others?
Based on our own experience of renting motorcycles, it is better to book one after arriving, because the actual offering doesn’t usually match the information available online… For example, it was clearly stated on the website that the motorcycle had a top case (which was crucial for us, not only for storing the helmets while we visit the attractions, but also to serve as a support/backrest for the passenger). Unfortunately, in reality, not even one motorbike had it. In addition, most of the advertised motorcycles were not available. True, you can book it on one of the websites, but I do not trust any company that does not respond to questions by e-mail.
Prices for renting motorcycles are unfortunately much higher than renting a car. They depend mainly on the capacity and the duration of the lease, but on average it is around 50 euro per day. In addition, a refundable deposit must be paid in cash or by card (I recommend cash because sometimes it takes a couple of days to have the funds deposited back on your credit card).
SYTM: Which vehicles did you rent in Madeira?
We initially wanted to rent at Rent a Scooter Funchal as we liked their options, especially the Honda NC750X. Unfortunately, it was closed for Christmas when we arrived… In our hotel room, we found a brochure from ESPAÇO MILÉNIO . One Honda CBF600 was available to rent, are we decided to go for it. We rented it for three days.
Later on, we rented, for two days, a scooter – Sym Symphony ST 125cc from Rent a Scooter Funchal .
SYTM: How would you describe roads in Madeira? Would you recommend renting a motorcycle to those who aren’t yet very experienced motorcycle drivers?
The quality of roads in Madeira is very good. However, they are very demanding: winding, sometimes very steep, and located very close to the edge.
The scooter is great for moving within and around the city, but unfortunately, in my opinion, won’t be sufficient to discover the entire island. It is simply too weak and won’t go uphill and believe me, there are many steep roads in Madeira.
Discovering Madeira on a good motorcycle is another story. Madeira will be a perfect destination for experienced motorcycle lovers… driving on beautiful mountain roads on Madeira will be a great experience… Inexperienced drivers, however, might find it a bit challenging.
The most challenging, but also the most beautiful route we took was the route to Pico do Arieiro . At first, we drove through fog with poor visibility and it felt like a gloomy horror film… but once we found ourselves above the cloud level, it was just jaw-dropping… We felt like we were driving in heaven…
On my blog you will find a lot of motorcycle tips and tips on the most scenic roads on Madeira Island.
SYTM: So to sum up; what are your best tips for renting motorcycles and scooters on Madeira?
When choosing a motorcycle, focus on the overall technical condition and especially the condition of the tires. In order to prevent any problems with getting back your deposit, it is always a good idea to take a lot of pictures of the vehicle during the handover. You should take pictures of all the scratches and defects, even small ones. This tip is useful for renting all kinds of vehicles, not only motorcycles.
Some motorcycle rental companies offer also helmets in the price of the vehicle. Since safety and comfort are vital for us, but the choice of rental helmets limited, we always take our own helmet with us. It is important to have a good helmet, which would not only fit and be comfortable but protect us during an accident.
We always pack our full motorcycle outfit; our shoes, pants, jacket take an entire suitcase, but it does not matter. As I say, safety and comfort first. We used to pack also our helmets, but since it got damaged by the airline after our Lanzarote trip, we now take it as our hand luggage. It was allowed to take it on board, but we checked that with the airline beforehand.
SYTM: You stayed at the Dorisol Florasol Hotel in Funchal; How would you rate this hotel?
Very good. It is a 3-star hotel located in the Lido district. We stayed on the 3rd floor in a studio room. From the room balcony, you had (partially) a view of the ocean. The room renovated, the kitchenette was fully equipped (there was even a corkscrew). Breakfasts were tasty, hotel parking was available. There were no evening animations, but it did not bother us, because we spent the evenings in the centre of Funchal. I recommend for everyone whose main purpose is to have active holidays in Madeira.
SYTM: So… Did Madeira meet your expectations?
I read a lot about the island and I prepared an itinerary. However, the reality exceeded my expectations. Madeira offers beautiful views, and if you like hiking, two weeks is, in my opinion, the absolute minimum. We stayed on Madeira for seven active days, and we did not visit everything we planned. In summary – the island is great, I am truly enchanted.
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SYTM: Which are your TOP 3 attractions of Madeira?
It’s really difficult to choose only 3. Everything is worth a visit. For me, the Toboggan ride from Monte was something special (it’s probably the only place in the world where a tourist can take a sleigh ride on streets with no snow).
Ponta de São Lourenço enchanted me with colours (especially during the sunrise), and the New Year’s fireworks display was one of the most beautiful moments of my life (I really recommend spending New Year’s Eve in Madeira ).
SYTM: And the other way around: What did not impress you at all?
Somehow I was not convinced by the Chinese and Japanese elements mixed with the landscape of Madeira at the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens . Out of these two biggest botanical parks in Funchal, I found the Jardim Botânico to be a much more pleasant place. More peaceful, quiet, less crowded…
SYTM: You favourite Madeira food and drinks…?
I love seafood. Grilled Octopus was the best main course I’ve had on Madeira. Lapas (limpets) served in shells, baked with garlic butter and sprinkled with lemon, are an excellent appetizer. I liked Poncha, no matter which tastes. However, we did not like the taste of Madeira wine.
SYTM: Did you have any funny moments on Madeira, any interesting encounters with the locals?
A friend recommended us Bar o Avo in Funchal , which owner collects beers and scarves of football teams from around the world (this is the largest collection in Europe – currently about 1,800 pieces). We handed the owner a scarf from a local team (GKS Tychy) brought from Poland.
To thank us, the restaurant owner showed us around the premises, in particular, all the “exhibits” from our country, he treated us with dinner and local drinks… Such a nice memory, it was nice to make someone happy with such a small gift.
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SYTM: If you could summarize your trip with just one sentence…..?
Christmas/NYE on Madeira Island – aka – The Island of eternal spring on a motorcycle!
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Madeira Island Motorcycle Tours,A biking experiencefor experienced bikers. I offer exclusive motorcycle guided day tours for experienced riders . All my bikes (the Honda NC750x and BMW F700gs ) are maintained to a high standard by the experienced owner.
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Add a fun twist to your Madeira sightseeing tour and explore the island in a motorcycle sidecar. Sit back and soak up the scenery as you are chauffeured around the island on this 3-hour tour; enjoy spectacular views of the coastal cliffs, sparkling ocean, and lush countryside; and hop off to take photos. Cruise around the island in a motorcycle ...
Deposit of security 950 euros. The colors of the motorcycle can be different. MOTORCYCLE SPECIFICATION. Fuel capacity 18 litres of gasoline 95/98. Engine: BMW 890cc liquid-cooled, DOHC, inline 2-cylinder; Power: BMW 889cc high-torque engine produces 93 Nm@ 8,500 rpm, with maximum power output of 105 HP @ 10,000 rpm.
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We offer exciting guided sidecar tours in Madeira island Portugal. Have an unforgettable trip through both tourist sites and undiscovered lanes. Book now! +351 969 691 007 [email protected]. Home; Tours. Short Tours. Downtown \ Night Tour; ... Duration ± 8h, Madeira Island East.
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7M Rides allows you to Rent a Harley-Davidson or Indian Motorcycle, Scooter or quads and explore Madeira Island. Let's rent your motorbike. (+351) 966 498 194 (9am to 7pm GMT+1) [email protected]
Madeira Island Guided Motorcycle Tours, Funchal. 744 likes · 3 talking about this · 1 was here. All our bikes (the Honda NC750x) are maintained to a high... All our bikes (the Honda NC750x) are maintained to a high standard by the experienced owner.
The perfect one day escape, trail-riding and exploring the beautiful mountains of Madeira Island with our dirt-bike tours. Choose between a Half-day or Full-day ride. from 965€. 5 Days Stay in Madeira, with a couple of Hotel options to choose from (downtown Funchal or Caniço), including 3 riding days with bike, fuel, guide, transfers, etc ...
Our Guided Motorcycle Tours allow you and your party to truly enjoy touring Madeira Island in style. On Arrival Day we'll greet you at the airport, providing transport for you and your party towards your accommodation. On the scheduled Tour day after a small safety briefing we will present you to your ride, supplying all selected gear.
Add a fun twist to your Madeira sightseeing tour and explore the island in a motorcycle sidecar. Sit back and soak up the scenery as you are chauffeured around the island on this 3-hour tour; enjoy spectacular views of the coastal cliffs, sparkling ocean, and lush countryside; and hop off to take photos. Cruise around the island in a motorcycle ...
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