A Small Company With A Big Heart
I started Hit the Road Tours in July of 2012 with my Land Rover, by myself.
I very soon discovered what the “formula” was for a successful tour and got to work on growing my reputation. After 2 years and many tours, we were listed as the 2nd best tour company in Madeira, according to Tripadvisor.
My clients were all looking for genuine experiences and to get away from the beaten path. I tailored every single tour, wasn´t afraid to try something new and always made sure to leave our guests better than I found them.
Fast forward 12 years and we’re now a team of 6 guides, all from different walks of life but with the same philosophy.
Our mission remains the same; provide a personal experience, escape the crowds and leave our guests better than we found them. After 1000 reviews on Tripadvisor, we’re proud to have stayed in the top 10 of Madeira with a 97% 5 star rating, statistics which are hard to beat after 12 years in business!
We´re a small company with big dreams and big hearts. We love what we do and we look forward to seeing you in Madeira soon!
Let’s Hit The Road!
Jeff De Gouveia,
Owner and Guide.
Meet The Team
Jeff
Owner and GuideJeff founded Hit The Road Madeira in July of 2012 and has not only lead hundreds of tours but also found and trained a team of passionate and talented individuals he now calls the Hit The Road family.
A positive, long-term thinker, hard worker and a big dreamer, you’ll most probably find him at a scenic sunrise spot above the clouds, away from the crowds!!
Hugo
4x4 GuideDefinitely the funniest of the group, Hugo’s energy is contagious and his playful outlook on life is a breath of fresh air. Hugo will make you laugh, give you great advice and maybe even make fun of you a little bit.
He’s also an ex footballer and in better shape than most people 20 years younger than him.
Fernando
4x4 GuideThere’s no school like the old school and Fernando is Old School! A former accountant and banana farmer in his free time, Fernando got into the 4×4 tour business to have a good time and oh how glad we are he did!
A tour with Fernando is a good laugh!
Fabio
4x4 GuideFabio is our youngest recruit at Hit The Road Tours and we have high hopes for his future. He’s outgoing, sociable and can think on his feet, everything we want from a rockstar guide.
Since 2023 we’ve had nothing but 5 star reviews from his clients, claiming his tours to be “fabulous”
Tiago
4x4 GuideTiago is a bit, one size fits all. Great with his hands and exceptionally “street smart”, Tiago is a man of many talents, a great cook, a handyman, a negotiator and a plant enthusiast. He’s studied in the Azores and worked in a Michelin star restaurant in Iceland and continues to grow, the future is bright for this young man.
You’ll be very lucky to explore Madeira with Tiago and the White Pearl!
Emilio
Our youngest member in the team, Emilio handles our communication and structure, making sure everyone knows where they should be and what they should be doing. A young man with a promising future learning the ropes from within the business.
When he´s not working you´ll find him creating content for his tiktok and instagram channels or picking tangerines in the fazenda.
Vitor
If there´s a tough job to be done, Vitor is the first person we all call. A handyman at heart, Vitor is our “faz tudo”, in his hands, nothing is too big of a challenge for him. Vitor has been with us almost since the start of our tour business and has lead hundreds of tours of all genres from hiking to food tours to sunrise and sunset tours, you name it.
If Jeff´s done it, Vitor probably has too. Vitor is old school Hit The Road Family.
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Influencers
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Travel Agents
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Whether you’re looking for a romantic escape or a group getaway, we provide all of the professional and personalised services to cover your needs.
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Planning any type of travel can be overwhelming, which is why it’s beneficial to have an experienced professional by your side.
Through this service, you can count on us to guide you in every step of the process helping you plan the perfect vacation in Madeira.