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Madeira with Kids: The Best Family Itinerary

Madeira is fun for families, with cable cars and dolphins. Here is how to spend a family trip on the island — with the best-rated kid-friendly tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Monte cable car
  2. 2Toboggan ride
  3. 3Dolphin watching
  4. 4Lava pools

Monte cable car & toboggan

Soar up and slide down in a wicker sledge.

Dolphin watching

Spot dolphins on a gentle catamaran.

Lava pools

Swim in the natural Porto Moniz pools.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Funchal — prices per person.

Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari: Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest
Madeira
Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari: Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest
5.0(126)·8 timer
fra$64/ person
via Viator
Hoteller i nærheden af Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão
Funchal
Hoteller i nærheden af Fanal, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Cabo Girão
4.8(978)·7 timer
fra$78/ person
via Viator
Jeep Safari 4x4 West Madeira - Porto Moniz - Fanal - Cabo Girão
Madeira
Jeep Safari 4x4 West Madeira - Porto Moniz - Fanal - Cabo Girão
4.8(19)·8 timer
fra$70/ person
via Viator

Madeira with kids — FAQ

Is Madeira good for kids?
Yes — the Monte cable car and toboggan ride, dolphin-watching cruises and the natural lava pools at Porto Moniz make Madeira a fun family island.
What are the best things to do in Madeira with children?
Top family picks are the Monte cable car and toboggan, a dolphin-watching cruise, and a swim in the Porto Moniz lava pools.
Is the Monte toboggan suitable for children?
Yes — the wicker sledge ride is gentle, fun and steered by experienced carreiros, popular with families.

Explore more in Funchal

Levada Walks & HikingPeaks & Sunrise4x4 Jeep SafarisDolphin & Whale WatchingMonte Cable Car & City