Ponta de São Lourenço Trail with a Geologist Private Tour

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5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

- Hike along the iconic Ponta de São Lourenço Trail (PR8): Explore coastal trails with dramatic views over cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean, where the peninsula’s arid climate creates an almost lunar environment — unique in Madeira;
- Discover the island’s majestic volcanic geology: Observe geological strata and dike structures, including rocks less than 5.57 million years old, revealing the long and fascinating story of Madeira’s formation;
- Perfect scenery for photography: Panoramic viewpoints and dramatic landscapes where the warm hues of the geological formations contrast with the deep blue of the ocean — the perfect backdrop for photos and social media content;
- Touches of endemic fauna and flora: Brief encounters with seabirds and reptiles, along with small endemic plants that complete the experience.

What's Included

Private transportation
Entrance fee
Lunch
Breakfast
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please wait at the exact location you specified during the booking (hotel entrance, accommodation main gate, or agreed meeting point). I will meet you there at the scheduled time. Prior to the tour, I will contact you directly to confirm the precise pick-up point and hour, ensuring smooth coordination. The vehicle will be clearly identified at the front with the official RNAAT registration number (National Registry of Tourism Animation Operators): RNAAT 605/2022.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
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    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    Along the Ponta de São Lourenço Trail ( PR8 ), you'll encounter multiple geosites and points of geological interest, turning this hike into a true open-air classroom where you can observe, interpret, and understand the volcanic, tectonic, and erosive processes that shaped Madeira. The trail is located within the Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Monument, which offers a unique chance to explore the geological origin and evolution of Madeira, a volcanic island on the African Plate. The experience is further enhanced by the constant presence of the Atlantic Ocean and the peninsula's semi-arid environment, which hosts a distinctive landscape and ecosystem found nowhere else on the island.

    5 hours • Admission ticket included

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Day Trips
Hiking Tours
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Bus Tours
Private Sightseeing Tours
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Shore Excursions
Port Pickup
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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