"To be honest, still a little emotional. Will miss you much. We had a lovely day in Funchal and even seen some pilot whales 🥹"
HT
Happy Tourist
West Coast Scenic Ride
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By Antonio Coutinho
Calheta Taxi: Private Airport Transfers and Taxi Service in West Madeira
Calheta Taxi provides pre-booked Madeira Airport transfers, local taxi rides, levada transport and private guided taxi tours from Calheta for up to six passengers. Antonio confirms each pickup, route and fare directly.
Book directly with Antonio in English or Portuguese
Up to 6 passengers
Based in Calheta
Based in Calheta, with service in English and Portuguese
Taxi Tours
Popular Taxi Tours
All taxi tours include pickup from your Calheta destination, local knowledge, and flexible stops
Every tour is flexible, Antonio adapts the route to your pace, the weather, and what you want to see.
Additional stops and custom requests are always welcome, pricing adjusts to match.
Pico do Areeiro Sunrise Taxi Ride
Watch the sunrise above the clouds at 1,818m
€1203-4 hours (approximate)Pickup at 5:30 AM
Trail Logistics
Levada Walk Transport
Antonio drops you off at the trailhead and picks you up when you're done. Round-trip transport from € 55.
- Rabacal / 25 Fontes
- Fanal Forest
- Alecrim
- Caldeirão Verde
- Balcões / Ribeiro Frio
- Levada do Rei
- Pico do Areeiro
- Pico Ruivo
Your Driver
Meet Antonio Coutinho
Your personal driver in West Madeira
I take bookings directly and provide airport transfers, local taxi rides, levada transport and private guided taxi tours from Calheta.
I don't just drive point-to-point. I share local stories, recommend restaurants, and suggest scenic stops that fit your day. My goal is simple: make your Madeira trip smooth and memorable.
6
Passenger seats
2025
Volkswagen Caddy
Local
Calheta-based driver
More to Explore
Top Activities Near Calheta
From cliffside adventures to misty forests, these are three of the most striking experiences near Calheta.
~15 min from CalhetaCascata dos Anjos (Angel Falls)
Waterfall beside the old coastal road at Ponta do Sol. Road access can change, so confirm the route before travel.
~25 min from CalhetaPonta do Pargo Lighthouse & Sunset
Lighthouse viewpoint on Madeira's western coast, with direct return transport or a sunset-and-restaurant plan.
~14 min from CalhetaMadeira Paragliding
Tandem paragliding flights launching from Costa Verde, Arco da Calheta. We drop you off and pick you up - just send us your pick-up location (usually Madalena do Mar).
Airport Taxi
Reliable pickups and dropoffs at Funchal Airport.
Flight tracking · Meet & greet · Fixed pricing
From €65 day / €75 night
Airport transfer service, booking, capacity and luggage detailsWhy Antonio
Why Ride with Antonio?
Your trusted local driver in West Madeira
Book Directly with Antonio
Antonio confirms the route, pickup time, passenger capacity and fare with you.
West Madeira Route Knowledge
Get practical local context, viewpoint suggestions and route advice.
Fare Confirmed Directly
Airport transfers and scenic routes are priced before travel. Local Calheta rides use the meter.
Flexible Route Planning
For scenic routes, Antonio confirms the stops and timing with you before travel.
Comfortable Vehicle
Brand-new 2025 VW Caddy with A/C. Seats 6 passengers with room for your luggage.
WhatsApp Support
Message Antonio directly in English or Portuguese before and during your trip.
No Language Barriers
Antonio carries a Vasco Q1 handheld translator that covers up to 80 languages in real time. It supports natural conversation without passing a phone between passengers.
Your Vehicle
VW Caddy 2025
6 Seats
A/C
Trunk
Chargers
Travel in a brand-new vehicle with premium comfort. Equipped with iOS and Android phone chargers so you can stay connected on the road. Even with all 6 seats occupied, the trunk fits 6 small suitcases or 4 large suitcases with 2–3 bags on top.
Direct customer feedback
What travelers say about Antonio
4.9/5from 247direct customer reviews of Antonio's service
Feedback received directly from Antonio's customers. Selected comments are published with written permission from the customers.
"You are an absolute diamond of a geezer. (The highest compliment a Brit can ever give to a foreigner outside of knighthood). I will always treasure our memories together ❤️"
UC
UK Couple
Custom Scenic Taxi Ride
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"Thank you so much!! It was a pleasure and so lovely to go around Madeira with you! We wish you and your family and your Jack Russell all the health and happiness too 🩵"
B&T
Brídóg & Timothy
Madeira Scenic Taxi Ride
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"We have to thank you for your trips, your information and your patience, which has definitely improved our vacation. All the best for the future"
TF
Thobe Family
Multi-Day Taxi Service
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"Your mother's cake was AMAZING… so so delicious. It was lovely to meet you and we are grateful for you looking after us. Next time I'm coming to Calheta I will let you know. Maybe I'll help you with the potatoes?? 🥔🍠"
A(P
Alex (Kitchen Professional)
Local Scenic Taxi Ride
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"Thanks for taking care of us so well. 🌈 We will definitely keep your number for next year. Ps Chocolate was delicious 🌷"
C&A
Christine & Antonio
Multi-Day Taxi Service
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"Outstanding service! Antonio was waiting at the airport with my name, helped with luggage, and gave us amazing local tips. The vehicle was spotless."
SK
Sarah K.
Airport Taxi Pre-Booking
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"The west coast ride was the highlight of our Madeira trip! Antonio took us to viewpoints we never would have found."
M
M.S.
West Coast Scenic Ride
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"Called for airport taxi and Antonio was waiting right on time. Made it to my ship with time to spare. Very professional!"
CSP
Cruise Ship Passenger
Airport Taxi
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"Great service, very punctual."
UV
UK Visitor
Airport Taxi Pre-Booking
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