Enjoy a relaxing and accessible stay in Madeira for 3 days and 2 nights, including a 5-star hotel and airport transfers.

Our travel experts can help you customize this trip to meet your accessibility needs.

Madeira 3-Day Trip (accommodation + airport transfers)

Enjoy a relaxing and accessible stay in Madeira for 3 days and 2 nights, including a 5-star hotel and airport transfers.

Enjoy a relaxing and accessible stay in Madeira for 8 days and 7 nights, including a 5-star hotel and airport transfers.

Our travel experts can help you customize this trip to meet your accessibility needs.

Madeira 8-Day Trip (accommodation + airport transfers)

Enjoy a relaxing and accessible stay in Madeira for 8 days and 7 nights, including a 5-star hotel and airport transfers.

Madeira

A 5-star hotel located on a small island in Portugal, Melia Madeira Mare, Funchal, is the perfect place for relaxation, entertainment and accessibility. Featuring an accessible room with a private bathroom and terrace, enjoying what this town has to offer will be easy, and spending time at your accommodation will be just as fun!

Imposing a high standard on accessibility, the accessible room has step-free entrances both to the bedroom and the bathroom,  free turning space, accessible closet drawers and the telephone and light switches are reachable from the bed. The bathroom is equipped with a roll-in shower with a portable shower seat, and a toilet with grab bars. 

Melia Madeira Mare has an indoor and an outdoor pool, one for every taste and mood. Conference rooms are available, and everywhere you go, ocean views will follow. Free wifi is offered, and  the hotel restaurant serves breakfast everyday: fresh fruit, bread and pastries are displayed.

The hotel is located nearby downtown Funchal, which means that not only beaches like Gavinas and Formosas are steps away, but also Funchal's Museum of Natural History (2.4 km), Cathedral of Funchal (2.7 km) and Sao Tiago Fort (3.5) are not far away. Cristiano Ronaldo Madeira International Airport FNC is 16.1 kilometers away.

Melia Madeira Mare

On a small island in Portugal, Melia Madeira Mare, is the perfect place for relaxation, entertainment and accessibility on Funchal.

The accessible room is equipped with a king sized bed.

Madeira, Portugal

Guides / staff members have experience assisting people with disabilities

Accessible bathroom available in only one stop of the activity

Places present some barriers and minimum assistance is needed

Adaptive equipment is included and two people assisting are needed

This half-day accessible hiking tour is a wonderful way to discover Madeira’s natural environment. The tour begins with a pick-up service from your accommodation and a drive in an accessible van to Rabaçal, Calheta, where the trail starts. The trail is set at 1,000 meters of altitude and is approximately 1.2 - 1.8 miles (2 - 3 km) long through the Laurissilva forest. The trail finishes at the impressive Levada do Risco waterfall. After this, you can choose to visit either the Ponta do Pargo Lighthouse or Calheta Village with your guide.&nbsp;

This tour is accessible to people with disabilities and a Joëlette wheelchair is provided for the hike. The guides will be available to assist you and the transportation is wheelchair-accessible. One of the stops has accessible bathroom facilities.&nbsp;

Half Day Hiking to Levada do Risco Waterfall

A half-day accessible guided forest hiking tour to the beautiful Levada do Risco waterfall, with transportation included. Check out its accessibility here!

A hiking trail in the forest following a water channel.

On this cultural, accessible tour, you’ll discover the history and cuisine of the beautiful island of Madeira. You’ll start your day by visiting the town of Arco da Calheta with your guide, which is one of the most historic places on the island. Here you’ll take part in a traditional bread making class and then head to Rochao to enjoy a lunch of local cuisine, including the bread that you helped to make. In the afternoon, you’ll complete a short hike of approximately 1.8 miles (3 km), with adaptive equipment provided. You’ll learn about the unique natural environment of the island along the hike, as well as the culture and traditions of the people who live there.&nbsp;

This tour is accessible to people with disabilities and includes accessible transportation and experienced guides. Some assistance is required during the tour and adaptive equipment is provided. One of the stops on the tour has an accessible bathroom.&nbsp;

Full Day Cultural and Culinary Tour of Madeira

A chance to discover Madeira’s history and cuisine on an accessible full-day guided tour with lunch and transportation. Check out its accessibility here!

A beautiful and dramatic natural landscape with a waterfall.

Accessible bathrooms at multiple stops during the activity

On this accessible city tour, you’ll be picked up from your accommodation in a wheelchair accessible vehicle before setting off to see many of Funchal's highlights. The first stop is the CR7 Museum which celebrates the footballing achievements of Cristiano Ronaldo, a world-famous Madeiran. Next, you’ll head to the Farmers’ Market where you’ll be able to browse the local produce before boarding the Madeira Cable Car for an exciting journey above the city. The adventure continues as you have the chance to take an exhilarating toboggan ride through the downhill streets in wicker sledges at speeds that can reach up to 40 km per hour! The last stops on the tour are the Santo António Biscuit Factory, the Pereira D'Oliveira winery and the Photography Museum Madeira. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

The tour vehicle is wheelchair accessible with a ramp in the back and you can store your wheelchair in the van if needed. There are multiple accessible restrooms throughout the tour. Some venues on the tour may require assistance to access due to sloping ramps or barriers and your guide will be able to assist you if needed. Some areas of the winery may not be accessible due to the wine-making equipment. The downhill toboggan rides are accessible for wheelchair users and your tour guide can make the necessary arrangements in advance.

Funchal City Tour

Explore Funchal with a guide on this accessible private tour. Check out its accessibility here!

On this accessible tour, you’ll be met at your hotel and from there you’ll travel in a wheelchair accessible vehicle to the first stop of the day, the viewpoint at Pico Dos Barcelos. Here you’ll be able to take in panoramic vistas over Funchal before traveling on to Eira do Serrado which boasts great views of the region’s mountainous terrain. You’ll also be able to sample some of the area’s local delicacies which are made from chestnuts. Next, you’ll travel to Câmara De Lobos, a picturesque seaside town where you’ll have a 90-minute lunch break. Optional visits to the Press Museum and Henrique &amp; Henrique winery are available here.The last stop on the tour is Cabo Girão. This viewpoint is located at 580 meters above sea level and has a glass platform allowing the bravest tour participants to look directly down onto the crashing waves far below.

The tour vehicle is wheelchair accessible with a ramp in the back and you can store your wheelchair in the van if needed. There are multiple accessible restrooms throughout the tour; some restrooms located in restaurants are paid, however access is free if you eat or drink at the restaurant. Some venues on the tour may require assistance to access due to sloping ramps and uneven terrain. Your guide will be able to help you throughout the tour and an access ramp will be provided at the Cabo Girão viewing platform.

Visit to Cabo Girão Viewpoint

Enjoy breathtaking views from several of Madeira's viewpoints on this accessible tour. Check out its accessibility here!

Colorful boats with the seaside town in the background.

On this accessible tour you’ll be picked up from your accommodation in a wheelchair-accessible vehicle before setting off to discover the varied flora at Madeira’s Botanical Garden. There are over 2000 different plant species from all over the world in the garden, which is possible due to the island’s subtropical Mediterranean climate. You’ll be able to learn about the plants and their properties, or just simply relax while strolling through the gardens and enjoying the floral displays. The Botanical Garden boasts manicured flower beds, impressive topiary trees and various water features.

Transportation to the Botanical Garden is wheelchair accessible with a ramp in the back, and you can leave your wheelchair in the van during your visit if required. Some areas of the garden have uneven terrain and therefore assistance may be required. Staff will be able to help you during your visit. There is an accessible bathroom at the Botanical Garden. After your visit, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Visit to Madeira's Botanical Garden

Enjoy an accessible trip to Madeira's Botanical Garden. Check out its accessibility here!

Colorful flowers and a geometric flowerbed at the Botanical Gardens.

Guides / staff members will be available to assist

This accessible shuttle service in Madeira for five people will provide a safe, professional, and convenient way to move back and forth between the airport and your hotel. Offering an accessible van featuring a wheelchair ramp in the back, enough space to travel sitting in your wheelchair, and safety straps, no matter what Funchal accommodation you choose to stay in, getting to the airport will be easy and comfortable. For other transportation services, please contact our travel experts.

Accessible Airport Transfers - Madeira

Get to the airport or your hotel in an accessible shuttle service in Funchal (Madeira), featuring vans with wheelchair ramp.

Places visited are all wheelchair accessible and can be navigated independently

Adaptive equipment is included and can be used independently or assisted

On this accessible, half-day hiking adventure, you’ll discover the traditional Santana thatched houses in Madeira. You’ll be picked up in an accessible vehicle and driven to the hike starting point at Levada das Queimadas. Here, you and your guide will follow a 1.4 mile (2.2 km) dirt trail over mainly flat terrain, until you reach the traditional houses. These triangular houses are colorful and are part of Madeira’s cultural heritage. You can snap photos here, and your guide will tell you about the houses and the local environment.&nbsp;

This tour is accessible to people with disabilities and includes accessible transportation where you can either ride in your wheelchair or leave it in the vehicle. The mountain eTrike is included in the tour. Upon request and for an extra charge, you can rent adaptive equipment for the hike such as a Joëlette wheelchair. Guides are available to provide assistance and the Levada das Queimadas stop has an accessible restroom.&nbsp;

Half Day Hiking to the Queimadas Forest Park

An accessible half-day private guided hike through Madeira’s Queimadas Forest Park to see the Santana thatched houses. Check out its accessibility here!

A forest trail leading to a thatched house.

Few accessibility measures are in place and assistance is needed for the full experience

On this accessible full-day tour of Madeira, you’ll be met at your accommodation by your guide and a wheelchair-accessible vehicle. From there, you’ll set out on a day of adventure that begins with a stop at Garajau Viewpoint which boasts excellent views of Funchal and its volcanic terrain. Next, you’ll head to Machico which features three separate viewpoints, including a great spot to see aircraft land and take off. You’ll also be able to stop at the seaside town of Caniçal where you’ll have the option to visit the Whale Museum before continuing on to Porto Da Cruz which is home to a well-known rum distillery. At Santana you’ll get to learn about the island’s culture and history as you visit the traditional thatched houses. The last stop on your tour is the viewpoint at São Jorge which offers incredible views over the coastline and the blue sea.

The tour vehicle is wheelchair accessible with a ramp in the back and you can store your wheelchair in the van if needed. Some venues on the tour may require assistance to access due to sloping ramps and uneven terrain. Your guide will be able to help you throughout the day. There’ll be time to stop for lunch at one of the locations on the tour. Accessible restrooms are available at multiple stops along the way. At the end of the tour, you’ll be dropped off at your hotel.

Full Day Tour of Madeira

Spend a day exploring Madeira on this full-day accessible tour. Check out its accessibility here!

A visitor taking in the view of the mountains and valley.

Pick and go. Enjoy accessible, pre-planned packages for you and your companions.

Madeira

Madeira 3-Day Trip (accommodation + airport transfers)

Madeira 8-Day Trip (accommodation + airport transfers)