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Madeira Traverse: The Ultimate XC Experience

Experience Madeira your way. We specialize in private, tailor-made tours, ensuring that 90% of our rides are exclusive to you, your family, or your friends. We rarely mix groups, prioritizing a high-quality, personalized experience over crowds.

Adjusted to the group's level, this is our best tour. Committed to the quality of service, we present a more flexible tour with small groups, avoiding mixing people with different skill levels.

Get ready for an adrenaline-fueled adventure with our Cross Country mountain biking tour! Designed for riders who have a good level of fitness and riding skill, this tour will take you on an exciting journey through diverse landscapes and thrilling trails on Madeira Island. As a cross country rider, you'll encounter a mix of terrains, including singletrack, fire roads, and some technical sections that require a certain level of riding expertise. Expect moderate to challenging climbs as you explore the island's scenic trails, and get ready to be rewarded with breathtaking views at various points along the route.

Our experienced guides will ensure your safety and provide expert guidance throughout the tour. They will lead you through the best trails, sharing their knowledge of the area and offering tips to enhance your riding skills. Whether you are a seasoned cross country rider or someone looking to test your limits and take your skills to the next level, our Cross Country tour offers an unforgettable mountain biking experience.

EACH TOUR INCLUDES:

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Full Suspension Bike
"The perfect mix of XC & Enduro trails."
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Open Helmet
"O´neal/Cube/others"
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Pick-up/drop-off in Funchal
"If outside of Funchal there might be an extra fee, depending on the location."
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Shuttle
"Transportation during the tour"
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Certified Guide
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Small groups or private tour
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Knee Protections(XC/Enduro)
"IXS/Fox/others"
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Gloves(XC/Enduro)
"Fox/O´neal/others"
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Full Helmet (XC/Enduro)
"O'NEAL BACKFLIP Helmet ECLIPSE V.21 Multi"

***only included in the XC / Enduro Tour
VIP XC / ENDURO - Bicycle not included.

🗺️ Tour Timeline

Pick Up 09:00 AM

Collection from your accommodation.

Coffee & Safety 09:30 AM

Quick coffee stop (not incl.)

Gear check.

Briefing

Tour Starts 09:50 AM

10:00 AM: (approx.): Trail 1 - Viewpoint

10:10 AM: Trail 2 - Viewpoint

10:20 AM: Trail 3 - Viewpoint

11:00 AM: Trail 4 - Viewpoint

11:20 AM: Trail 5 - Viewpoint

11:40 AM: Trail 6 - Viewpoint

12:00 AM: Trail 7 - Viewpoint

Finish Line 12:00 PM : 13:00 PM

Arrival at destination.

Ride Details

   Distance: Approximately 30 to 50 kilometers
   Duration: Around 4 to 5 hours
   Elevation Gain: 150 meters
   Starting Point: ±1650-1813 m (alt.)
   Elevation Loss: ±700-1650
   Off-road (80%)
   Road sections (20%)
   Fitness Level: 90% Downhill or Flat Ground

No electric bike needed, as the tour is mostly downhill or flat, allowing you to cover a long distance with ease.

Due to the nature of this tour, a security deposit of €100.00 will be required, payable in cash or by bank transfer, at the start of the tour. This amount will be fully refunded at the end of the tour, upon confirmation that the bicycles and equipment have been returned in the same condition as they were received.

It is highly recommended that each rider has his own Personal Accident Insurance that covers any hospital expenses in case of injury. We offer a base insurance, and we are not responsible nor do extra payments in case the coverage by the insurer is exceeded.

The time and kilometers allocated to each tour are an average. This data can vary depending on your physical condition, we can take longer, or finish sooner.

Offer - Drone Video: Teaser 20 s

Drone Video*** link

DRONE VIDEO*** - The package price includes videos shot with a drone, however, it's important to note that drone recording can be affected by adverse weather conditions, such as rain, strong wind or fog, which may prevent the capture of high-quality images. Additionally, the availability of the drone pilot is also a factor to consider. Confirm the pilot's availability at the time of booking. This additional service is included, but there is no guarantee that the filming will be done.

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