Madeira Happy Tours

Madeira Happy Tours

Madeira Happy Tours
4.5
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8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Monday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tuesday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wednesday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thursday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Friday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM - 10:00 PM
About
Madeira Island Tours and Levada walks Live and experience the unparalleled wonders of Madeira Island with the company of Madeira Happy Tours. Who is Madeira Happy Tours? We are a company born from the passion and love for Madeira Island and blending the experience of more than 25 years of work in tourism to become Madeira’s leading walks and tours operator. Our consistency and dedication to our guests made us earn a high reputation on our vast offer of services to our guests, friends, and visitors. Which makes us very proud of our team. Madeira Happy Tours is an official government bonded and licensed travel tour agent booking tours and Levada walks in Madeira island. It means that you are fully protected while traveling with our company. We have a safety record of 100% on our tours and walks that makes us very proud of our commitment to safety and the well-being of our passengers. Our drivers and guides are all qualified and approved professionals by the government rules.
Funchal, Portugal
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GOgirl
United Kingdom316 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022
We used Happy Tours for both the island tours we booked. They charge €10 per person less that jet2 and it’s all small numbers on the minibuses.
We took the East tour first and it was an enjoyable 7 hours for €25 each and just 8 on the bus. The driver/guide gave information as we went along.
We took the west tour for €25 each which had 16 passengers. This tour was 15 minutes late picking up then we had to return for passengers which another bus had left behind, making it 30 mins late. The driver explained it was due to administrative errors and was very apologetic. He was more informative throughout the day than the previous driver/guide.
I emailed and reserved both these in advance and walked to the shop and paid once we arrived but they can all be booked and paid for on line if that’s your preference.
Both these trips were exceptional value for money. We tipped the drivers €5 at the end of each.
Written July 27, 2022
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Robert D
Brooklyn, New York5,375 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Solo
I took five tours with Madeira Happy Tours during my week on the island and was pleased with the company. I described my full day tours separately under each tour. This is a review of the Madeira by Night Tour.

I was surprised when I was picked up at my hotel by a car instead of a van or bus. I was the only person who booked the tour on that evening. Instead of cancelling the tour, I was picked up in a car and brought to the restaurant, A Parreira. I was seated by myself at the front of a long table, with a space between me and the next group. The food was a set menu with unlimited refills. I enjoyed the salad and the beef skewers.

The show itself was in two acts. A folklore group gave an excellent performance for about 30-40 minutes, took a break, and then returned for another 30-40 minute performance. I had an excellent view of the show.

At the end of the show, my driver brought me back to my hotel. I think the driver was the company owner/manager. It was very nice to get a taste of the local culture on my last night on the island. Thank you Madeira Happy Tours.
Written September 22, 2023
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Aligbsn
Glasgow, UK71 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Couples
Ricardo was our driver and he was gregarious and energetic.We were picked up from our hotel as promised and spent the day with 6 other people in the jeep, visiting various tourist spots and doing a couple of short levada walks. What a day-we both thought it was wonderful.The off-road part was fantastic and Ricardo is a very good driver. I suppose you are reliant on the other passengers being good company and they were.The tour was in French for them and English for us but it was also good practice for us to understand French.We all had lunch together-3 courses for 15 Euros including wine, water and coffee.We visited a rum distillery and various other spots.We went from being absolutely frozen to boiling hot so wear layers! I highly recommend this company.We went to places you would never venture in a hire car and we always felt safe.
Written April 10, 2023
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Flyer2024
Newcastle upon Tyne, UK63 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023
Our hotel collection failed to show until we were directed to local office, where the vehicle had broken down. After 30 minute wait we started the tour but with minimal time in each stop, I would recommend a day tour instead of half day if visiting the Nuns Valley. More time in fishing village rather than valley village owing to what there is to explore and see.
Written March 23, 2023
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Splutface
Birmingham, UK86 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
I booked three trips with Happy Tours, Go West, a Levada Walk and a whale watching boat trip. All three tickets looked very similar (attached is the one for the boat trip we missed). Each show our hotel, room number and pick up time. The first two worked out well, picked up on time and had enjoyable days’ out.
We expected to be picked up at our hotel (10.00 am) for the boat trip, but no pick up by 10.30am. When I managed to get to the Happy Tours office, was told that I should have gone to the harbour for the boat. However, if this was the case, this ticket should not have had out hotel name on, but the location of the wharf where the boat would be moored, and instead of “pick up" 10.00 am it should have read “embarkation time”. I had no idea where the boat would be located as I had no other documentation than the ticket, so my presumption, based on the previous two trips booked with Happy Tours, that we would be picked up by mini-bus at the hotel as before.
In fairness, the rep at Happy Tours did offer to re-book us, but as it was our last day in Madeira it was too late. No refund was offered, so I can only give a two-star review. Also, although their office should be open at 9.00 am, when I attempted to speak to them at 10.30 am on the day of the missed trip, the office was still closed, so only able to speak to them later in the day after we had made other arrangements to have a nice day in Funchal.
So please take care when you book with Happy Tours, ask when the ticket says "hotel" and "pick up time", that that is actually what is supposed to happen.
Written April 4, 2024
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Carol J
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
We booked the Nuns valley half day tour. This was very good, we were collected in a small coach at 9am, returned at just after 1. The driver also did the commentary. He was well informed and provided plenty of info. There was adequate time allowed at each stop.
The Nuns Valley scenery was breathtaking, beautiful. The fishing village was pretty.
The tour was good value for money.
Written March 16, 2023
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Andre Sousa
2 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2022
Only giving 1 star to Madeira Happy Tours as it was the minimum allowed.
We visited Funchal last month and were extremely happy to book 3 trips with them.

The website seemed appealing and the prices even more, especially the attractive 15% off bundle they advertised.

We decided to visit the shop personally to decide which trips to book and, when asking about whether the discount was applicable, we were informed that it was only valid on the website - the staff member was then extremely rude and also told us that if we tried to book on the website he would decline applying the discount.

That immediately put us off booking anything with them, as it seemed we were the ones at fault for asking for an advertised deal.

We booked our trips with a different tour operator and got extremely better deals and enjoyed our trip.
Written May 4, 2022
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Lucy A
17 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2023 • Couples
We did the West Island tour with driver/guide Hugo. He was knowledgeable and told us lots of information about the history and culture of Madeira. We had bad weather in the morning but Hugo managed to adapt the tour so that we had more time in the sun on the north of the island. We had a long stop in Porto Moniz with time to swim in the lava pools. Hugo was a safe driver and we had a fantastic day.
Written March 9, 2023
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Kara W
1 contribution
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2022 • Family
We had a wonderful time! Marta our guide was so funny and so kind. Our 8 year old started to feel sick and she went out of her way to make sure she was comfortable. The mini bus was fantastic, extremely clean and comfortable. We will be doing other tours with this company .
Written March 4, 2022
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We are so happy to know of your satisfaction with our trip. We highly appreciate your feeling, happiness and sharing your recommendation to other guests. In behalf of our team and Marta, we are grateful for your reservation.
Written March 10, 2022
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Hazel M
36 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2023
We booked for a tour of the west and a tour of the east. The west tour was way too long for what you actually see, I do appreciate nature and views but would have easily fallen asleep if the guide would have stopped talking. Transport was a very comfortable mini bus but in the back seat, it was difficult to hear what he was actually saying. There were a few stops to admire the views and small villages but in at least two of those, there was no advice given on what to see.
After the tour, we decided to cancel the east tour as we did not want to give up another full day. One week later and I am still waiting for my refund to show on credit card which is not reassuring.
Written February 28, 2023
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Dear Mr./Mrs. Manderson. The West tour which you did is considered a full day trip and it is one of the most spectacular excursions in Madeira island. Full of interesting spots, villages and diversity in landscape, plus you had a fully comprehensive commentary from our driver-guide, therefore, we wish to understand why this amazing trip caused to you a sleepy state? Regarding the refund, we did the operation in the P.O.S. machine correctly and gave you a slip of the reimbursement so it is up to you to contact your bank and ask why it is not yet in your account? We have done every thing properly on our side and it is very unfair of you to come to public with false accusations of not receiving the reimbursement. Our service is second to none in Madeira island and we have the best mini-buses and driver-guides on our service.
Written March 1, 2023
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