Although we had done canyoning before, we accidentally booked the beginners experience, and we were a bit worried that it might not be challenging enough, especially for our 15 and... read more 18 year old sons. Also, the group consisted of about 16 people, and we prepared ourselves for a lot of waiting.
However, once we got underway, we were pleasantly surprised - although the course was not super challenging, it was far from boring, and we had a lot of fun. Also, the guides worked together very efficiently, so that the group could keep moving for most of the course.
But what really made it go from good to awesome was the interaction with our guides, Beto, Filipe and Jerome. They were very clear with their instructions, taking safety very seriously, but also constantly joking around, chatting with everyone, playful with the kids but just as much with the adults in the group. If anyone was scared to do something, they would encourage and help, but there was usually also an easier way of doing something, and they never forced it.
We would all highly recommend this tour, big kudos and thank you to the guides for making it awesome!!

  It was a wonderful time! Alex and Filip are the best we laughed all the time and it made this experience even more memorable.

  It was amazing trip. Big thank you to Cisar - our guide. One of the best guide I've ever met! Very kind, helpful and funny person with big knowledge and... read more good English. We felt taken care of by him very very well especially our little one year old daughter. The trip was great, we saw many beautiful places, views. Even lunch on the trip was tasty. Trip full of advantages, without any disadvantages. I highly recommend it to everyone!!! ♡

  Fantastic experience, making our trip to Madeira even more memorable. Our guide was knowledgeable, friendly and made us feel very safe. We can't wait to come back and do more... read more activities.

  On a 4x4 excursion from the Marella Explorer we were picked up at the port by Phillip who was one of the best, funny & entetaining tour guides ever. ... read more /> The tour itself was interesting and the commentary knowledgeable and entertaining. The off road parts were maybe a bit shorter than I hoped but they were fun & Phillip was hilarious in his driving style & communications.
There were several photo stops on the tour including the scenic glass walkway. There was also a refreshment stop where we were helped with the menu language.
A very good trip & Phillip deserves a lot of praise for his delivery.

  Two 1/2 day jeep tours with Marco L. . We had a great time. Jeep took us through sites and towns that would’nt be possible with bus or vans.

  We went on the 4x4 trip to the West of Madeira. It was a good mix of off road and sightseeing day, with very good cheap food, fish with bananas... read more was a bit weird to be honest, but the gorgeous red wine went drown a treat. The your guide/driver(Nuno) was great telling us about the places we visited and a good guy. We enjoyed it so much that we are going to book another trip with Discovery Island!

  Highly recommended! We have visited beautiful places, hidden gems you cannot get into without a jeep! Miguel was a great driver and a guide on this amazing adventure!

  Great East Madeira tour with Justin. Fun and educational. Six people. Lunch was very good. Loved the overlooks and the views. Sorry levada walk was nice

  we had a great day full of fun, and guides very helpful. would recommend to everyone, plenty of laughs and enjoyable people