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Featured tour – Madeira

Book 1 day by itself or all 6 as a package

Discover the magic of Madeira with a private tour:
Day 1: Seixal – Fanal – 25 Fontes
Day 2: 25 Fontes – Bica da Cana – Encumeada
Day 3: Encumeada – Pico Grande – Curral das Freiras
Day 4: Curral das Freiras – Pico Areiro – Pico Ruivo – Ilha
Day 5: Ilha – Santana – Porto da Cruz
Day 6: Porto da Cruz – Secret Beach – Ponta de São Lourenço

Explore nature with me!

If you’re as passionate about nature as me, join me for an unforgettable wild hiking experience to crazy mountains, amazing waterfalls and World Heritage Site forest.

I adore my home island of Madeira and also love the Azores and Brazil. I can’t wait to share these special places with you!

Locations

Madeira and Porto Santo

My home, my world. I’ll take you to experience incredible hidden sunrise spots, lagoons, beaches and waterfalls far beyond the tourist traps.


Azores

Discover the stunning Azores islands, with spectacular craters and waterfalls, and where nature remains almost totally untouched.


Brazil

My second home! Based at Guarapari beach in Espírito Santo, you will experience the beaches, waterfalls, mountains and rivers of your dreams.


A tour guide who does things differently

Olá, I’m your crazy-for-nature tour guide, João! I’m an experienced and certified mountain guide and am featured in the Lonely Planet Pocket Madeira Guide and the Madeira Island Magazine.

Can’t decide where to go? Let me choose for you. Tell me when you want to travel and your fitness level and I will create a personalised itinerary for you. Booking a private tour will make sure you have the best experience.

Read below to see what people are saying about my tour experiences on Airbnb!

A man with long hair and sunglasses in a selfie photo on a sunny day in front of the sea and a cliff.
  •   So… Where to start… As You have already read, this tour is something much more, than a typical tour. Anyway, in my opinion there is not enough wonderful and… read more

    thumb Eva
    March 2, 2026

  •   A Journey You Absolutely Won’t Regret🥹🥹
    Joao is super experienced nature lover, following him is a guarantee you won’t go wrong.
    It’s truly a hidden gem of Madeira.
    The views… read more

    thumb Ka Wai
    March 2, 2026

  •   This was my second hiking trip with João, which honestly says everything because I almost never repeat tours. Madeira completely stole my heart, and João is a big part of… read more

    He takes you to places that are absolutely breathtaking but far from the usual tourist paths. Every trail felt intentional and special, not crowded or rushed. You can tell he genuinely loves the island and wants you to experience the real magic of it.

    I always felt safe, well taken care of, and confident in his guidance. He’s incredibly trustworthy, calm, and thoughtful.

    If you’re considering booking, do it. It will be the highlight of your trip!!

    thumb Elizabeth
    February 28, 2026

  •   The sunrise tour was wonderful. It was easy to communicate with Joao, pick up was exactly on time and the hike wonderful. I had a sufficiently challenging hike and loved… read more

    thumb Sille
    February 25, 2026

  •   A unique hike, breathtaking sunrise, heartfelt stories, insightful and inspiring company. I was lucky enough to have the perfect day in Madeira. João leads you on his own trail and… read more

    thumb Kenneth
    February 24, 2026

  •   This was honestly one of the most memorable experiences I’ve ever had. João is so special and showed me some of the most gorgeous scenery I’ll cherish forever. He’s so… read more

    thumb Kaylin
    February 24, 2026

  •   I had a wonderful day and saw great places that I would not have seen without Joao! It was adapted to my level so that I felt safe and comfortable… read more

    thumb Marleen
    February 21, 2026

  •   Wow. What a day! I would recommend this guide to everyone. He knows every hidden gem on the island, knows exactly where to go, understands what suits you as a… read more

    thumb Jennifer
    February 20, 2026

  •   Our guide, João, was absolutely unforgettable. He was energetic, fun, and full of personality — the perfect mix of adventurous and reassuring. He gave us the freedom to truly enjoy… read more

    What stood out most was how kind and thoughtful he was. He genuinely went out of his way to make sure our experience was special — from pointing out breathtaking views to sharing his love and knowledge of Madeira. You can tell he truly loves what he does, and that passion makes all the difference.

    If you love hiking, jaw-dropping scenery, and a bit of adventure, do not hesitate to book this tour. The majestic views alone are worth it — but having João as your guide makes it extraordinary.

    Thank you again, João, for being you and for making this hike such a huge success

    thumb Maggie
    February 18, 2026

  •   Great! Joao is an excellent guide. It has its own trails where you can admire Madeira. The difficulty level was optimal. We got tired, but it was very pleasant. A… read more

    thumb Adrian
    February 13, 2026

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