Madeira

15 Best Monte Toboggan & Cable Car

I’ve bundled the ways to do Monte properly, the cable car up from Funchal’s old town and the wicker toboggan back down. Two straw-hatted carreiros steer you down two kilometers of polished asphalt, a tradition running since the 1850s. The sled stops at Livramento, well short of downtown Funchal, so plan a taxi, bus or downhill walk from there.

1.From Funchal: Nuns Valley, Monte and Sleigh Ride Tour

Discover Madeira's stunning vistas, historic sites, and fun toboggan ride on this small-group tour from Funchal, offering authentic scenery and local flavors.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“We loved the tour , our guide Lucy gave us lots of local information and some funny stories about everything that happens in beautiful Madeira. Would highly recommended for the value for money and the content of the tour.”

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2.Funchal: Guided Tuk Tuk Tour to Toboggan Rides & Old Town

Discover Madeira’s charm on a guided Tuk Tuk tour through Funchal’s Old Town with scenic viewpoints, toboggan rides, and insider stories.

★ 4.8

“Laura our guide was great and could tell us a lot of things about the island life. And we arrived 10 minutes before the tour buses at the Toboggans (Wicker basket sleds) so we didn’t have to wait.”

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3.Funchal – Monte Toboggan Experience Tuk Tuk Tour (1h45)

Immerse yourself in a thrilling blend of tradition and adventure in Funchal - Monte Toboggan Experience Tuk Tuk Tour, where the past meets the present in an unforgettable way.

★ 4.9

“Great Tuk Tuk experience around Funchal with 2 great guides who made the drive to the basket run very enjoyable and we learnt a lot about the island. They made sure we saw some great vantage points for photos whilst getting us to the basket…”

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4.Funchal: Monte Tropical Garden & Toboggan Ride by Tuk Tuk

Wander through Funchal's hidden gems on a thrilling tuk tuk ride, but what awaits at the end will surprise you!

★ 4.8

“Laura was a brilliant guide and company, knowledgeable and very kind. We truly enjoyed her as our driver and guide 😘😘😘😘Thank you very much, Laura !!! Love ❤️ from Greece ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️”

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6.Funchal: Monte Palace Tropical Gardens Tour

Discover the enchanting beauty of Funchal's Monte Palace Tropical Gardens. Immerse yourself in a paradise of vibrant flora and fauna. Book your tour now!

★ 4.9

“We had a fantastic time on the Tuk Tuk! Our guide Andrea was lovely and so knowledge about Madeira - we learnt so much from her. The Tuk Tuk itself was a very fun way to get around, highly recommend this activity!”

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7.Funchal: Toboggan and Old Town Experience with Tukway

Discover Madeira's charm on a private tuk tuk tour featuring an exhilarating toboggan ride down Monte and exploring Funchal’s Old Town with expert guides.

★ 4.8

“Enjoyed the ride up to the toboggans. The guide pointed out points of interest on the way. We paid to come down in the toboggans and the guide waited for us at the bottom to carry on with a quick tour around the city. Definitely…”

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8.Funchal: Old Town Tour by Tuk Tuk With Traditional Toboggan

Discover the charm of Funchal's Old Town with a thrilling Tuk Tuk ride and experience the excitement of gliding down the streets on a traditional toboggan.

★ 4.8

“This was a great tour thanks to our tour guide. He was ready when we got off the ship and took us up the hill, got us on like for the toboggan ride down which was a blast. He met us at the bottom and…”

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10.Private Tuk Tuk to Monte Tour From Funchal

Yearning for adventure and eager to uncover hidden gems, join us on a private Tuk Tuk tour to Monte from Funchal and discover the secrets that lie within.

“Had a lovely ride in the tuk tuk with Ricardo who did some stops along the way up to Monte. He has a great sense of humour and we both throughly recommend using this tour as an alternative way to explore the Island. The tobogganing…”

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11.Fajã Dos Padres Organic Farm Tour With Cable Car Ticket – Madeira

Brace yourself for an extraordinary journey to a hidden paradise in Madeira, where breathtaking views and tantalizing flavors converge, but what secrets lie beyond the cable car ride?

★ 5.0

“Great to see a working Faja. Fatima was very informative and the fruit absolutely delicious A beautiful place.”

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13.Private Tour Cable Car Toboggan and Botanical Garden

Savor the breathtaking views, serene gardens, and thrilling toboggan ride on this private tour in Funchal, leaving you yearning for more.

★ 4.5

“Private tour, great driver who had everything arranged. We didn’t have to do a thing. At the end of the tour we wanted to try some Poncha so he took us to an excellent place to get Poncha and a bite to eat. Great day!”

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14.Madeira: Private Monte tour on a Tukxi

Explore Madeira’s highlights on a private Tukxi tour to Monte, with panoramic views, lush gardens, historic church, and optional toboggan ride for a memorable experience.

★ 4.7

“Super fun way to discover the island and great for taking pictures. Daniela was incredible, and so knowledgeable and funny. I would recommend 100%”

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15.Monte Palace Tropical Garden Tour

Yearning for a glimpse of paradise? Embark on the Monte Palace Tropical Garden Tour and uncover the hidden treasures that await...

★ 4.5

“Professional guide, well organised, good information and enjoyable time. Good communication to sort meeting place and time two days before trip.”

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