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

“It was a fantastic activity. Daniel was excellent throughout the activity. No queues at the toboggan ride, and the Nuns Valley was something else. The time spent on each part of the day was just right to.”

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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 picked us up just near the gangway and made sure we were at the toboggan start nice and early before it got busy. During our couple of hours with her she showed us around her hometown and told us lots about living in Funchal…”

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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

“Gregorio was extremely nice with us, giving useful and informative answers for the whole trip. He even filmed us when we wanted to have a small video with our basket. He gave us tips and tricks for our journey and he made sure that we…”

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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

“Our tuk tuk guide, Gregorio was so friendly and had a feast of knowledge about his home town and the island. The toboggan was a wonderful experience and tropical gardens were a haven of tranquility. I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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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

“Carla was very knowledgeable and showed us all the main points of interest- she answered all my questions too! What a kind and lovely - and beautiful- lady! Her recommendations for restaurants and ice cream were fantastic. Had a delicious meal at Regionale! The gardens…”

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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

“Fantastic tour starting with pick up from hotel and trip up the mountain to toboggans (buy tickets there). Met driver at bottom following an awesome trip down by Sledge to begin tour. The Tuk Tuk was great fun and a terrific way to see Funchal…”

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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.

“Our guide “Ricky” was Excellent! Saw the town and he explained the sites. The sled ride was so fun! (Ticket not included) Stoped at a Poncha bar and got to taste the local spirit. Warning limit yourself to one. Took about 1 1/2 hours which…”

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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

“Fantastic location reached by cable car to a wonderfully productive fruit and veg garden on the sea shore. We did the guided tour and fruit tasting with a very knowledgeable and friendly lady. Restaurant highly recommended and good value.”

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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

“Well worth the private family tour. Our guide was fantastic and went above and beyond! He even held our place in the toboggan queue so we could explore the gardens at our leisure and not have to wait in the 2 hour line.”

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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

“Pedro was very helpful and Insightful. Thos was a good way to see some of Madeira. The only drawback was the tuktuk had little legroom.”

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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

“Fantastic beautiful tropical place although the trip was quite rushed with the tour guide rushing around her part.”

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