Câmara de Lobos Fishing Village Tuk Tuk Tour

Explore Churchill’s favorite fishing village by Tuk Tuk

Churchill's favorite village + Poncha tasting

1h30 Easy Private
39per person

Explore the charming fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, Winston Churchill's favorite painting spot.

Discover the enchanting fishing village of Camara de Lobos, located just 9km west of Funchal. This picturesque village, with its colorful fishing boats and dramatic cliff backdrop, captured the heart of Sir Winston Churchill during his visit in 1950.

Your tuk tuk guide will take you along the scenic coastal road, passing through banana plantations and traditional Madeiran villages. Upon arrival, stroll through the narrow cobblestone streets and discover why Churchill chose this exact spot to paint.

Visit the local harbor where traditional fishing boats bob in crystal clear waters. Try the famous Poncha, a traditional Madeiran drink made with aguardente, honey and lemon. Learn about the village’s deep connection to fishing culture and its transformation into one of Madeira’s most visited destinations.
1
Hotel Pickup

Pickup from your Funchal hotel

2
Coastal Drive

Scenic route through banana plantations

3
Camara de Lobos Village

Walking tour, Harbor visit, Photo stops

4
Churchill’s Viewpoint

Photo stop, Historical commentary

5
Drop-off

Return to hotel

TukTuking Meeting Point — Avenida do Mar e das Comunidades Madeirenses, Funchal

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Pick-up is available from hotels in the Funchal area. Please provide your hotel name when booking.

Pick-up is also available inside the cruise ship port for an additional fee of €5.

Tour Highlights

  • Discover Churchill’s favorite painting spot
  • Stroll through colorful fishing harbor
  • Taste traditional Poncha drink
  • Scenic coastal drive from Funchal
  • Learn about Madeiran fishing culture

What's Included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional driver/guide
  • Insurance

Not Included

  • Food and drinks
  • Poncha tasting

Important Information

  • Maximum 3 passengers per tuk tuk
  • Comfortable walking shoes recommended

Frequently Asked Questions

Sir Winston Churchill visited Madeira in 1950 and was captivated by the beauty of Camara de Lobos. He painted the village harbor, and today a plaque marks the exact spot where he set up his easel.

Yes! We can stop at a local bar or restaurant in Camara de Lobos where you can try Poncha and other local specialties. Food costs are not included in the tour price.

The village center is compact and mostly flat around the harbor area. There are some cobblestone streets but no steep hills in the main visiting area.

Customer Reviews

MorganSeptember 2024
United States

Ricardo was super attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the area. He showed us some local spots and let us explore. Such a friendly and welcoming guide!

LauraDecember 2024
United Kingdom

Fab time. Worth the money, good fun. Loved it. Recommend it!

NicoleJune 2023
Netherlands

It was wonderful. Really recommended. Very good driver who knew a lot to tell. A real gem!

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