FAQs

Our Buggy Tour Madeira FAQ answers the most common questions about licences, safety, pickup, weather, equipment and what to expect.

On all our tours, the participants drive the vehicle. The guides travel in another vehicle to help and provide guidance on the route and any assistance they may need.

Yes, it is possible. Just contact our team and we will give you more detailed information.

Yes, we offer a pickup service between Funchal city and our headquarters in Campanário. If you’re staying in Ponta do Sol, Calheta, São Vicente, or anywhere beyond Campanário, our headquarters are already on your way towards Funchal, so you can meet us directly there.

We have both 2 or 4 seats buggies, perfect for couples, families or friends exploring Madeira together.

Yes, you must arrive at least 30 minutes in advance

- Driver's license

- Comfortable clothing

- A change of clothes in case they get dirty/wet, you can change them at our facilities

- Identity card or passport.

To drive the buggy, you must have a valid category B driver's license in the EU

To participate in the tours you must be at least 6 years old or 1 meter tall.

We provide safety glasses, insurance, helmet and waterproof overalls if you wish.

Yes, it is possible to shower on our facilities. Our facilities are equipped with changing rooms and showers so that they can shower and change their clothes at the end of the tour if they are wet or dirty.

If it rains, the tour will take place as normal but with more adrenaline and excitement on our fantastic trails. As a last resort, if the weather is very bad or there is a red alert and we do not have the minimum safety conditions, then the trail will be suspended. We always try to give advance notice. Cancellation implies a change of date free of charge or a change of reservation to a gift voucher to be used freely on another date.

Yes, you can change drivers, informing the guide of the stop for the change and the guide giving authorization for the respective change.

We use Can-Am buggies , one of the most recognised off-road brands in the world.

- To drive a buggy, you need a valid European Union driver's license

- Civil liability and personal accident insurance and the necessary equipment are included

- It is mandatory to follow the guide's instructions from the briefing until the end of the tour, otherwise the tour may be canceled without refund of the amount paid.

- Always respect the traffic code.

If you still have questions after reading our Buggy Tour Madeira FAQ, feel free to contact us before booking.

THEY DROVE IT. THEY LOVED IT

From mountain roads to off-road trails, our guests took the wheel, embraced the adventure and made unforgettable memories across Madeira. Here’s what they had to say about their Buggy Funtrip experience.

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Matteo Cimarosti
Há 2 meses
A truly wonderful experience! The guide speaks several languages, making communication very easy. He's also incredibly friendly.
The trails we took were delightful and led to stunning viewpoints.
The stop at the village bar was also a lovely moment.
This outing is a must-do.
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elke fordyn
Há 2 meses
A fantastic experience! An adventure to discover Madeira in an active way, with a stop at the Valley of the Nuns as the highlight. Highly recommended!
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Carole Bodoignet
Há 2 meses
An incredible experience! 🤩

We took the 2.5-hour buggy tour and it was simply amazing. The scenery and views were magnificent throughout the entire ride.

A huge thank you to our guide, who was very friendly, professional, and perfectly fluent in French, English, and Portuguese. He made everyone feel comfortable and made the experience even more enjoyable.

I 100% recommend this activity to anyone who wants to discover the island in a different way. A truly memorable experience!
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Théa Andrieu
Há 2 meses
It was a fantastic excursion! We loved it and had a really great time. The guide was excellent and spoke several languages. The transfer from the hotel was very convenient. Several people can drive if needed. We had photo stops and a refreshment break. I highly recommend it if you want to discover hidden trails in Madeira and if you're not afraid to get dirty!
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Octavio Linhares
Há 5 meses
Our four-wheeling excursion in Madeira was absolutely fantastic! The landscapes were breathtaking, and the route gave us the perfect mix of adventure and stunning views. Our guide was super knowledgeable and made sure we felt safe but still had tons of fun. I’d absolutely recommend this to anyone visiting Madeira who wants a bit of thrill and a lot of natural beauty!
It was absolutely incredible! The buggy ride was one of the coolest experiences we’ve had recently 🔥

The route was super exciting: lots of water, mud, and puddles — exactly what you want for a real off-road adventure! It wasn’t just a calm drive, but a full-on experience packed with эмоtions and adrenaline. At times it even felt like we might get stuck, but that only made it more fun 😄

Special mention to the overall experience — great atmosphere, well-organized, everything felt safe, yet you still get that sense of freedom and excitement.

My husband absolutely loved it — he said it was one of the best activities of the whole trip! The kids were thrilled too — for them it was a real adventure they keep talking about 😊

And even the rain didn’t ruin anything — it actually made it even more fun and memorable! 💦

I’m still impressed myself.

If you’re looking for something active, a bit dirty (in the best way 😄), and super fun — this is a must-try!
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Greta Arlaitė
Há 5 meses
Had a pleasure today of meeting Miguel who was our tour guide the most amazing man let me tell you that, we had few stops at observation points, stopped at local pub for a drink and snack he told us a lot of the local history and we tried few local drinks. Hands down the best place to rent buggies in Madeira! Miguel set the new standard for tour guides!
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St3feK
Há 7 meses
In Madeira, you can't miss this attraction, it's worth the price, I really recommend it to everyone. It gives great emotions, adrenaline and beautiful views. The guide was very nice with a great passion to his work, he took us to a beautiful viewpoint and to a local bar. 3 hours passed very quickly and I would come back again, Thank you for the great fun and the nice roads 👌🏻
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April Lowis
Há 8 meses
An unexpected highlight of our holiday!! A fantastic way to see the natural beauty of Madeira and a good balance of scenery and adventure. Miguel is also such a nice guy. Could not recommend more highly.