Having seen the top of this ride on two seperate occaisons, we finally decided to do it. In terms of £s per minuite is is quite expensive,(30 euros for two people) but it is also unique. They don't tell you that you'll spend some of the time travelling almost sideways! I probably wont do it again but I'm glad I... More

Try to avoid times when the cruise ships are in town, as this may lead to long queues. This is not the cheapest of trips, but is good fun, and something you certainly will never experience elsewhere. The guys in charge of propelling your sledge seem to respond to your levels of enthusiasm, by speeding up, adding extra twists and... More

You shouldn't go to Madeira and miss doing this ride. My wife had reservations about the ride but once aboard she loved it. The first part of the journey is the most thrilling as you encounter a sharp left turn after having built up a good head of speed. The tobogganeers are very skilled at maintaining control but creating enough... More

I'm surprised this wasn't the top thing to do in Funchal. I went on a cruise and this part of our excursion, and I'm definitely glad that we did it. Although it was a bit scary riding on a sled on pavement and trusting in the drivers to steer us safely down the curvy road, this is definitely a once... More

A brilliant way of transport in the early days when people need to go from Monte to Funchal. thyen came the railroad, then the cablecar and finally the tourists. Knowing this is probably the only place you can try a transport like this, this has turned into a touristtrap. you pay EUR25 for 1 person, 30EUr for 2, put in... More

Definitely ride the cable car up the mountain. The view is spectacular. We were on a cruise and this was my son's and my husband's list of things to do. It was a misty, drizzly day. However, the guides were awesome. I think they slowed us down because the road was wet....I loved this attraction. More

You should do this even if it's only once just for an entirely different experience. Found it very enjoyable More

Was really apprehensive about this heard so many things about it. However, it wasn't as scary as I thought although the weather was a bit damp and maybe this slowed things down. I felt it was a little expensive at 30 euros a sleigh and tip on top. Bit disappointing overall but none the less something you need to do... More

Price has gone up to 30Euros for two people so just about worth the money. Ride down takes about 10 mins and the speed travelled depends on your weight...the lighter the faster as there is less friction on the wooden runners.It is a pretty slick money making machine,but forget that and enjoy the only ride of its type. Walking back... More