Another unmissable activity is a trip to Porto Santo – better known as the ‘golden island’ due to its golden sandy beaches, which contrast with the black sand and pebbles characteristic of Madeira’s natural beaches. The ‘Lobo Marinho’ ship, a kind of ‘mini-cruise’, allows you to make the crossing from the port of Funchal. The […]
For those who enjoy the sun and sea, there is the possibility of taking boat and catamaran trips, with whale and dolphin watching, a good option for enjoying a different kind of day with the family in contact with the maritime environment.
The Pico Ruivo Viewpoint is located at the highest point of the archipelago, at an altitude of 1,862 metres, and offers a wide view over several locations. Located in Santana, it is possible to see Curral das Freiras, in the municipality of Câmara de Lobos, the various settlements of Santana and the deep valley of […]
The Pico do Areeiro Viewpoint, located at an altitude of 1,818 metres, offers a panoramic view of the central massif of Madeira Island. From here, you can start a walking route towards the highest point of the archipelago, Pico Ruivo.
The Madeira Botanical Garden, located in Funchal, boasts more than 2,000 exotic plants from all over the world. This magnificent garden consists of various ornamental trees and shrubs, an orchid area, lawns, viewpoints and an amphitheatre for recreational activities. Given the progressive loss of biodiversity and habitats worldwide, the Madeira Botanical Garden plays a role […]
One of the most iconic places to visit is the famous colourful Farmers’ Market, where Madeira’s most beautiful flowers are on display and all kinds of exotic fruits are available to sample.
The cable car, located in the Old Town, connects Funchal to Monte in about 15 minutes. This trip offers a panoramic view over the bay of Funchal and the surrounding mountains of Monte. Once there, you can visit the fantastic Monte Palace Tropical Garden and the Church of Monte, where the tomb of Charles of […]
The famous basket cars are a unique form of transport that offer an unparalleled experience. Handcrafted from wicker and wood, they have two or three seats and are driven by two ‘carreiros’ (drivers), dressed in white and wearing straw hats, who skilfully use their own boots, with thick rubber soles, as brakes. The journey begins […]
The Cabo Girão viewpoint is the highest cape in Europe, standing at 580 metres high. It is famous for its suspended glass platform (known as the skywalk), which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and the municipalities of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
The Cabo Girão viewpoint is the highest cape in Europe, standing at 580 metres high. It is famous for its suspended glass platform (known as the skywalk), which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the ocean and the municipalities of Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
The levadas are irrigation channels found in mountainous areas on the island of Madeira. They were created due to the need to bring large quantities of water from the north-facing slopes, where it is abundant, to the south side of the island. With a total length of around 3,000 km, it is possible to hike […]
