Private electric longboard tour · Madeira
Mountain Tour — ER103 High-Altitude Pine Forest Descent
The Mountain Tour is a private guided electric-longboard descent through Madeira's highlands. You start at roughly 1,400 m near Poiso and flow down the ER103 through pine forest, past the BBQ miradouro and the paragliding launch zone, on 3,000W dual-motor all-terrain boards with smart regenerative braking. It is the higher-adrenaline of the two routes and the reason riders call this land-based surfing.
Duration
2h - 2h30
Group size
Private, max 3 riders
Difficulty
Beginner friendly with a higher adrenaline ceiling
Route
Poiso / Abrigo do Poiso → ER103 pine forest → BBQ miradouro → paragliding zone
Itinerary
- 1
Pickup & transfer
We collect you in Funchal and drive up to the highlands, briefing you on the route and conditions on the way.
- 2
Briefing & 1-on-1 training
At altitude: throttle control, braking on gradient, cornering and line choice. Nobody drops in before they are comfortable.
- 3
ER103 pine forest descent
Flow through misty pine forest on smooth mountain asphalt, with the guide leading the line and controlling speed.
- 4
BBQ miradouro & paragliding zone
Stop at the mountain viewpoint, then finish above the paragliders with the whole south coast below you.
What's included
- • Transfer from Funchal to the mountain start point and back
- • 3,000W dual-motor all-terrain electric longboard
- • Helmet and full protective gear (knee, elbow, wrist)
- • Private expert guide (max 3 riders per session)
- • 1-on-1 training session before the descent
- • GoPro photos and video of your session
What to bring
- • Closed shoes (trainers — no flip-flops)
- • Long sleeves or a jacket — it is cooler at 1,400 m
- • Sunglasses and sunscreen
- • Comfortable sportswear
Good to know
- Start time
- Morning or afternoon (start time agreed at booking, subject to availability)
- Meeting point
- Pickup in central Funchal, then transfer up to the Poiso / ER103 start point (exact spot sent by WhatsApp after booking).
- Altitude & terrain
- Drop-in at approximately 1,400 m
- Minimum age
- 14 years (under 18 with a guardian)
- Fitness level
- Basic mobility and balance — the guide sets the pace and speed limits.
- Experience needed
- None — every session starts with 1-on-1 training.
- Best for
- Adrenaline seekers, experienced riders, photographers, small groups
- Weather policy
- Sessions run in light cloud and wind. If conditions are unsafe, we reschedule or switch to an alternative route at no extra cost, and a full refund is offered when neither works for you.
- Route changes
- If a route is closed or inaccessible for any reason (weather, road works, events), we run the session on an equally epic alternative route.
Adrenaline · Answered
MOUNTAIN TOUR — FAQ
What does the Mountain Tour include?
The Mountain Tour is a private ride down the ER103 through the Funchal Ecological Park at altitude, lasting approximately 2h to 2h30. It includes pickup in central Funchal and the transfer up and back, your guide, the 3,000W board, full safety gear, insurance, panoramic viewpoint stops, and GoPro photos and video of your ride.
Where does the Mountain Tour go?
The Mountain Tour rides the legendary ER103 from the Poiso area through the Funchal Ecological Park, descending through fragrant pine forest with stops at the BBQ miradouro and panoramic viewpoints, finishing above the paragliding launch zone. Dropping in at roughly 1,400 m, you are frequently riding above the cloud line.
Do I need skating experience to join an e-board tour?
No. Most of our guests have never stood on a board before, and that is the normal starting point here. Every Eboard Madeira Adventures tour begins with a full training session on safe, quiet ground, and we only head out once you feel comfortable. Your guide sets the pace around you, not the other way around.
What is the minimum age for an e-board tour in Madeira?
The minimum age is 14 years old for both the Coastal Tour and the Mountain Tour. Riders under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian on the same booking. Teenagers usually pick up the board faster than adults — the tours work well as a family activity with older kids.
Do you offer hotel pickup?
For the Mountain Tour, pickup in central Funchal and the transfer to the ER103 start point are included in the price. For the Coastal Tour, hotel pickup in the Funchal area is available on request — message us on WhatsApp with your hotel when you book and we will confirm it for your date.
What safety equipment is included?
Full safety gear is provided and included in the price of both tours — helmet plus knee, elbow and wrist protection, fitted to you before the briefing. You do not need to bring or buy anything. Insurance is also included in both the Coastal Tour and the Mountain Tour in Madeira.
Do we ride on public roads with traffic?
It depends on the route. The Coastal Tour runs mostly on the Funchal coastal promenade and quiet seafront sections between Praia Formosa and Câmara de Lobos. The Mountain Tour uses the ER103, a wide, low-traffic mountain road through the pine forest, where your guide leads the line and a support vehicle follows the group.
What should I wear and bring?
Wear comfortable closed shoes — trainers are ideal, no sandals or flip-flops. Bring sunscreen and a light jacket, especially for the Mountain Tour, where the weather at 1,400 m can change quickly. Everything else is provided: the board, helmet and full protective gear. Leave heavy bags behind.
What happens if the weather is bad?
Sessions run in light cloud and wind — Madeira microclimates mean a grey coast often sits under clear mountain sky. If a route is closed or inaccessible because of weather, road works or events, we run an equally epic alternative route. If conditions are unsafe we reschedule at no extra cost, and a full refund is offered when neither option works for you.
Do you take photos during the tour?
Yes — GoPro photos and video of your ride are included in the price of both tours, at no extra cost. Your guide carries the cameras and captures the route, the viewpoints and your riding, so you are not trying to film yourself while learning to balance.