23. Experiences & Activities with Discounts

🚗 Car Rentals

AB4 Rent
Our top pick for hassle-free rentals: no deposit, great service, and delivery to airport or accommodation.

• SCDW (full insurance) – no deposit

• CDW (basic insurance) – requires deposit
  💬 5% off if you message them via WhatsApp (+351 966 329 911) or email info@ab4rent.com mentioning Around Madeira
  🔗 AB4 Rent Website

Rent-a-Car Madeira
Reliable and smooth, even without a credit card or deposit.
💸 Use code AROUND.MADEIRA during step 3 to get 5% off
🔗 Rent a Car Madeira Website

What Car to Choose?

• 🛻 Compact cars are best for narrow streets (e.g., Renault Clio)

• ⚙️ Go for at least 70 horsepower to handle Madeira’s steep roads

• 🛡️ Always consider extra insurance (mirrors, wheels, windows)

🐬 Whale & Dolphin Watching

Magic Dolphin
Choose between three boats for the wildlife tour of a lifetime.

• Eco Catamaran (149 pax) – Scenic and relaxed

• Celebrity Catamaran (25 pax) – Intimate and comfy

• Sea Safaris (18 pax) – Fast and up-close
  🔗 Magic Dolphin Website
  🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA10 for 10% OFF

Rota dos Cetáceos
Science-led, smaller group tours with marine biologists onboard.

• 🐬 Ethical dolphin swim option available

• 🔗 Rota dos Cetáceos Website

• 🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA for 10% OFF

🚤 SeaBus Coastal Ferry

A scenic way to move between Funchal, Caniçal, and Calheta.

• 🌊 Stunning views, free WiFi, onboard bar

• 🛳️ Spacious catamaran for a smooth ride
  🔗 SeaBus Website
  🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA for 10% OFF

⛰️ Canyoning with Be Local

Explore wild gorges and waterfalls with certified guides.

• 🧗‍♂️ Small groups, full equipment, photos included

• 🚐 Transfers available
  🔗 Canyoning Info
  🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA for 5% OFF

🌊 Coasteering with Be Local

Swim, climb, and jump along Madeira’s volcanic coastline.

• 🤿 No boats—just pure adventure!

• 👟 All gear included, from wetsuits to special shoes
  🔗 Coasteering Info
  🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA for 5% OFF
  

  🥾 Hiking Transfers with Get to Hikes

  Round-trip transfers to iconic trails from Funchal and Caniço.
  Popular routes include PR1 (Pico do Areeiro), PR13 (Fanal), PR6 (25 Fontes), PR17, and more.
  🔗 Get to Hikes Website
  🎟️ Use code AROUNDMADEIRA for 10% OFF