Private tour in Funchal Valdemar A
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Hi, my name is Valdemar, a 45 years old Madeira island native. I was born in the capital Funchal but my roots are in the west and east of the island, where my grandparents are from. For 16 years I have worked in a store. Getting in contact with people, knowing their stories, was the best part of it and enriched and gave me social skills. In my free time, this island was my breakout. 10 years ago my breakout became a full-time occupation and I swapped a store for an outdoor office and started delivering tours. First with sidecar motorcycles, then minibus and jeeps, as a freelancer guide and since then, my passion for this island got bigger. The satisfaction and smiling faces of my guests were the cherries on top. Right away I felt this was what I was meant to be doing with my life. I feel blessed and very lucky to be able to do what I love for a living. This year I have joined ToursByLocals private tours because they offer me the opportunity to deliver a tour more personal, tailor-made, and flexible where I can show you the places that made me feel this way! Taking a tour with me, I guarantee a memorable experience, where you will feel local. I will go the extra mile to overcome your expectations and you will go back looking forward to returning. Looking forward to meeting you. See you soon. Certified Tourism Guide/Driver, Licenced by the Autonomous Region of Madeira, in accordance with the ordinance nr. 61/2017. The car is registered according to the Portuguese tourism authority with license number RNAAT 375/2016 with the required by law liability insurance, accident insurance, and personal group insurance for activities outside the car. "Clean and Safe" stamp. Created by Turismo de Portugal authority to approve and distinguish tourist activities that are compliant with hygiene and cleaning requirements for the prevention and control of COVID-19 and other possible infections.
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Combine the best of Madeira in one day, joining an island tour with a walk through some of the most beautiful and diverse landscapes on the island. We leave the usual routes and discover unique places, from cliffs and mountain viewpoints to hidden valleys and traditional paths. The goal is to show you the real Madeira in a relaxed and authentic way. One of the highlights is the Laurissilva Forest, protected by UNESCO since 1999. A prehistoric forest, very well preserved, mostly found on the north side, with a unique atmosphere. We walk along levadas, veredas and old royal paths used before roads existed, crossing farmland, forest and incredible scenery. Hikes range from 5 to 14 km, with different difficulty levels. Along the way, I share local stories, flora and fauna to make it more than just a walk.
After picking you up, we drive straight to the trail. We do not do multiple stops to collect other people, so we get ahead of the big hiking groups! You can choose from these 5 beautiful regions: - Northwest: Lush green landscapes (Porto Moniz and São Vicente) - Southwest: Sunny paths (Calheta and Ponta do Sol) - Northeast: Traditional charm and deep valleys (Santana) - Southeast: Dramatic coastal views (Machico and Santa Cruz) - Central Mountains: High peaks above the clouds. After our hike, we will visit the best scenic highlights of your chosen region. The itinerary is fully flexible and can be customised according to your preferences! ⚠️ Please Notice Before Booking: Book Early: The Madeira government now requires reservations for hikes. The top 3 most popular trails can fully book months in advance. The Terrain: Most hikes on the island will expose you to high heights, dark volcanic tunnels, and uneven walking paths. I will provide flash lights. Walking sticks if requested
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Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
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