yeah I remember that! Think they are making some decent money off this one given how popular it is! One of those things you have to do though, I think.
We did this on Saturday after the cable car and the Monte gardens. It was about a 40 minute wait which wasn’t actually too bad as it’s mostly in shade. The ride it’s self is a need to do in Funchal, what I can say is, we’ve now done it and won’t feel the need to go again. It’s good fun, it’s not an adrenaline inducing hyper ride (there’s plenty of guided down hill MTB tours for that. €35, it’s pricey, but, you do have to do it. My recommendation is to get the bus back down to Funchal, Madeiran bus drivers are a breed un to themselves😉
Hahha you can never beat the queues; people get there early - even when it’s raining! I really enjoyed seeing your POV. It felt like we were on the journey with you 😊
At one time the toboggans used to travel across cobbles and all the down into Funchal. We've taken the toboggan from Monte many times whilst on holiday in Madeira and usually walk the remainder of the journey back into Funchal ending at the market to top up on fresh fruit.
I think I would have caught the bus back up, that would be one steep walk . We caught the bus up to Monte from Funchal, explored the area then went to gauge the queue for the toboggan bit it was huge on the day we visited so we just enjoyed watching others. Those roads certainly take some hammering, very shiny surface. I agree you do it as it is unique and to tick a box but not such fun if you are stuck in a queue or behind cars. Glad you hata better run this time round. Keep the Madeira content coming 👍😀☀️
Hi Joe great to meet you in person. We bumped into you and you recommended Bela 5 it was closed when we got there. We intend coming back next year and maybe retire. Keep up the good work. Steve and Allison 🎉
Another crazy good vlog about beautiful Madeira❤ I never saw such hilarious funny slides in the dry season - where is the snow ? Lol !I`m a fan of Madeira and Funchal, there is really a lot to discover and it has many beautiful views and food - lucky you, Joe❣👍😊
Great & informative video re the toboggan ride (can’t believe you actually cycled up to Monte, now that’s keen lol). Worth noting that it’s not that long of a walk into the city centre if you fancy a stroll. Keep up the good work Joe!
Lol the years when madeirans where the " rich lords " dance monkeys is Over, back in the XVIII hundreds and XIX Hundreds those men where worth less than the cobblestones in the ground, today... They have a mini bus, and a truck that carries them and the wiker carts uphill
I’m sorry to hear that. No I don’t think so, you aren’t jumping all over the place. Perhaps let them know (even translate into Portuguese) and avoid them going from side to side like they do sometimes. (Not medical advice haha)
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I remember I did something similar in Chiang Mai, cost me 50 THB or about 2 Euro!! Madeira looks gorgeous non the less
yeah I remember that! Think they are making some decent money off this one given how popular it is! One of those things you have to do though, I think.
Thanks Joe ☺
This is probably the best video guide I've seen for the toboggan.
Enjoy the rest of your Labour Day my friend!
ah thanks Rue, appreciate it.
@@TheJoeyP You're welcome! I didn't get a notification for your reply for some reason!
We did this on Saturday after the cable car and the Monte gardens. It was about a 40 minute wait which wasn’t actually too bad as it’s mostly in shade. The ride it’s self is a need to do in Funchal, what I can say is, we’ve now done it and won’t feel the need to go again. It’s good fun, it’s not an adrenaline inducing hyper ride (there’s plenty of guided down hill MTB tours for that.
€35, it’s pricey, but, you do have to do it.
My recommendation is to get the bus back down to Funchal, Madeiran bus drivers are a breed un to themselves😉
it is a bit pricey, that is for sure, but like you say, it is one of those things that you will not really find anywhere else isn't it
We thoroughly enjoyed this toboggan ride. It was fast and lots of fun. They really know what they are doing and you really have to try it.
yeah the guys are great, that is for sure!
at the end of the ride there's also a bus stop. It costs +-2€ per person.
True! I should have mentioned that
Hahha you can never beat the queues; people get there early - even when it’s raining!
I really enjoyed seeing your POV. It felt like we were on the journey with you 😊
thank you, happy that you enjoyed it.
At one time the toboggans used to travel across cobbles and all the down into Funchal. We've taken the toboggan from Monte many times whilst on holiday in Madeira and usually walk the remainder of the journey back into Funchal ending at the market to top up on fresh fruit.
yes! I would love to do that, I always feel that I would like to keep going, the end does come too fast!
I think I would have caught the bus back up, that would be one steep walk . We caught the bus up to Monte from Funchal, explored the area then went to gauge the queue for the toboggan bit it was huge on the day we visited so we just enjoyed watching others. Those roads certainly take some hammering, very shiny surface. I agree you do it as it is unique and to tick a box but not such fun if you are stuck in a queue or behind cars. Glad you hata better run this time round. Keep the Madeira content coming 👍😀☀️
hahah the things I do to get more shots and footage for the video, right? haha
Hi Joe great to meet you in person. We bumped into you and you recommended Bela 5 it was closed when we got there. We intend coming back next year and maybe retire. Keep up the good work. Steve and Allison 🎉
It was a pleasure to meet you guys too. Shame about Bela though, only means one thing... you will have to come back.
Another crazy good vlog about beautiful Madeira❤ I never saw such hilarious funny slides in the dry season - where is the snow ? Lol !I`m a fan of Madeira and Funchal, there is really a lot to discover and it has many beautiful views and food - lucky you, Joe❣👍😊
hahaha snow? Actually rarely in the mountains you get a sprinkling.
Good fun #Toboggan ride in #Madeira 😎🙌🏼
Thanks Rosie! It was fun
Great Video, that looks like lots of fun. Hope you had a cold drink and an ice cream at the top...
Thank you! it sure was fun without all the stopping for cars!
Wow an Updated video. This is way more better and more informative. ❤
Haha you think?
Great & informative video re the toboggan ride (can’t believe you actually cycled up to Monte, now that’s keen lol). Worth noting that it’s not that long of a walk into the city centre if you fancy a stroll. Keep up the good work Joe!
haha I wish I cycled! I went on my small motorcycle. glad you enjoyed :)
Another good vlog 👍🎥
Glad you enjoyed it
It’s Friday evening and I’m on the #4 bus. I just saw you eating dinner at La Vaca Negra. Hopefully, we can meet face to face on the island. Troy
haha yes! filming with my father! so good there, right?
Hi Joe 👋
Hey supatra
wow ... cool ride English
Hahaha thanks
It has to be pretty steep to be able to go down with wood skids. Can you imagine the speed if they installed wheels on those toboggans😂
hahaha exactly! and they used to go all the way down the the city in the past, I would love to do that.
FFS, that was a stupid coment dude.
Walking back up that hill is BRUTAL. We’ve only ever driven up it, but I may have stalled the car one or twice 😅
yeah, absolutely brutal, but anything to get some shots for the video hahaha
Lol the years when madeirans where the " rich lords " dance monkeys is Over, back in the XVIII hundreds and XIX Hundreds those men where worth less than the cobblestones in the ground, today... They have a mini bus, and a truck that carries them and the wiker carts uphill
Hey Joey i jusr subscribed to you, great content.
thank you :)
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Thank you
I have had a neck injury. Did the ride feel like it would be problematic for someone with a neck injury?
I’m sorry to hear that. No I don’t think so, you aren’t jumping all over the place. Perhaps let them know (even translate into Portuguese) and avoid them going from side to side like they do sometimes. (Not medical advice haha)
Give me a skateboard and clear the roads please 😂
Hahaha now you’re talking!!
Los cicos se cansan tanto 🤨👌
Hahaha they must be
Can I join you as food vlogger?
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