Published on Aug, 2022

This was our second time using the Pearl of the Atlantic Madeira tours and it was an exceptional experience. Richard guided us again and he's a pleasure to walk with. He has great knowledge of the area and is very insightful. The walk was extra special this year as I chose this location, the Fanal Forest, to propose to my other half. Richard was so helpful and recorded the moment for us. Something that we will now have forever. She said Yes! I cant recommend their service enough. All the best Richard and hopefully we will cross paths again!

Published on Jul, 2022

The walk is very beautiful not many people around, it is very different from a levada walk, a bit harder, but doable. As always the staff from pearl are great, guiding us and explain story about Madeira and the nature around. It is a recommended walk and recommended company to do this in private without no worries.

Published on Apr, 2022

We enjoyed the fanal walk a lot. Nice nature, views and not so crowded. Richard was a friendly guide who told us a lot about the nature. He was also a safe driver.

Published on Oct, 2021

Absolutely fantastic experience today on our guided walk. We got picked up outside our accommodation by Richard our guide for the day and our driver (who’s name escapes me at the moment). The drive was relatively quick and comfortable and we had a nice chat on the way to our starting point. Richard was very knowledgeable and provided us with excellent insight to the area and it’s history. We took the walk at our own pace, stopping for water and photos as needed. Richard took photos for us also and will send them on as part of the package. It’s a decent trek but nothing too strenuous if you’re used to hiking and the path led us to the Fanal forest which was the icing on the cake of a wonderful walk. The forest is stunning and one of the highlights of our trip! We were returned to Funchal at the end, very happy and can’t recommend this experience enough. Richard was more than happy to answer any question we had and was keen and eager to help.