{"id":1566,"date":"2024-04-26T18:35:34","date_gmt":"2024-04-26T17:35:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/que-faire-madere-attractions\/"},"modified":"2026-08-02T11:41:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-02T10:41:55","slug":"best-things-to-do-madeira-attractions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-madeira-attractions\/","title":{"rendered":"15 best things to do in Madeira (+ photos)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We take you to discover the unsuspected wonders of Madeira! This enchanting destination offers adventure and natural beauty. You won&#8217;t have time to get bored: hikes, natural pools, charming villages, unforgettable views, lush gardens&#8230;<br\/><strong>Here&#8217;s our selection of must-see activities and places in Madeira<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/best-things-to-do-Madeira-attractions.jpeg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/best-things-to-do-Madeira-attractions.jpeg\" alt=\"things to do in Madeira attractions\" class=\"wp-image-1556\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/best-things-to-do-Madeira-attractions.jpeg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-1559\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/best-things-to-do-Madeira-attractions-300x225.jpeg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This opinion is completely <strong>independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We made our own choices, visited the area anonymously, and paid our bills in full.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Just drive and enjoy the views<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11h-Miradouro-da-Portela\/i-h5mMbJh\/2\/FWst5mB88gJZMqvcWHZWSdqp7tmFgZZQK9gdCvnK\/L\/Miradouro_da_Portela_Madeira-7225507-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11h-Miradouro-da-Portela\/i-h5mMbJh\/2\/FWst5mB88gJZMqvcWHZWSdqp7tmFgZZQK9gdCvnK\/L\/Miradouro_da_Portela_Madeira-7225507-L.jpg\" alt=\"Miradouro da Portela\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Miradouro da Portela<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11h-Miradouro-da-Portela\/i-h5mMbJh\/2\/FWst5mB88gJZMqvcWHZWSdqp7tmFgZZQK9gdCvnK\/L\/Miradouro_da_Portela_Madeira-7225507-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-1\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11h-Miradouro-da-Portela\/i-h5mMbJh\/2\/FWst5mB88gJZMqvcWHZWSdqp7tmFgZZQK9gdCvnK\/L\/Miradouro_da_Portela_Madeira-7225507-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On a trip to Madeira, you&#8217;ll be transformed by the scenery.<br\/>Nature here is so impressive and lush that all you need to do is drive a little and open your eyes for an unforgettable vacation.<br\/>Yes, the roads are winding and sometimes narrow, but they&#8217;re worth the effort. Take your time, admire the scenery and stop off at all the viewpoints known as Miradouros.<br\/>See our articles on <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/most-beautiful-roads-madeira\/\">Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful roads<\/a> and viewpoints <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-viewpoints-madeira-miradouros\/\">(miradouros<\/a>).<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING YOUR CAR AT <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">\nMadeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a car with a good engine for hilly roads, but not too big for manoeuvring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s plenty of demand and few cars, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-2\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Visit a botanical garden<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/7c-Monte-Palace-Tropical-Garden\/i-3vJD26V\/2\/FRGQ7pS5mvmPn8M8gb4M4bvBCrNqTMfxHP65v2DPX\/L\/Monte_Palace_Tropical_garden_Madeira-7194068-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/7c-Monte-Palace-Tropical-Garden\/i-3vJD26V\/2\/FRGQ7pS5mvmPn8M8gb4M4bvBCrNqTMfxHP65v2DPX\/L\/Monte_Palace_Tropical_garden_Madeira-7194068-L.jpg\" alt=\"Monte Palace tropical garden\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Monte Palace tropical garden<\/strong><\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/7c-Monte-Palace-Tropical-Garden\/i-3vJD26V\/2\/FRGQ7pS5mvmPn8M8gb4M4bvBCrNqTMfxHP65v2DPX\/L\/Monte_Palace_Tropical_garden_Madeira-7194068-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-3\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/7c-Monte-Palace-Tropical-Garden\/i-3vJD26V\/2\/FRGQ7pS5mvmPn8M8gb4M4bvBCrNqTMfxHP65v2DPX\/L\/Monte_Palace_Tropical_garden_Madeira-7194068-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is nicknamed the Island of Flowers, and to discover it even better, we recommend visiting at least one of the island&#8217;s gardens. Enjoy a patchwork of colors and fragrances, exceptional trees, collections of cacti and tropical plants.<br\/>If you only need to make one, we recommend it:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The Monte Palace Tropical Garden<\/strong>, a must-see but with lots of sloping paths.<br\/>Allow a minimum of 2 hours, but we recommend 3 to 4 hours.<br\/>Visit on your own or with a guide to learn more &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.fr\/madere-l67\/madere-visite-guidee-privee-des-jardins-d-une-demi-journee-t346166\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unless you have difficulty getting around\u2014in which case we recommend the Funchal Municipal Garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See our list of <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-gardens-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the most beautiful gardens in Madeira<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Take a boat trip to see the dolphins<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-p2BrsbN\/2\/1f5c961f\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204488-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-p2BrsbN\/2\/1f5c961f\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204488-L.jpg\" alt=\"dolphins off the coast of Madeira\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-p2BrsbN\/2\/1f5c961f\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204488-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-4\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-p2BrsbN\/2\/1f5c961f\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204488-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A must-do activity in Madeira is a boat trip to observe whales and dolphins.<br\/>This archipelago is, in fact, one of the best destinations in Europe to see them, as the waters are clear and have ideal temperatures.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The tour offering is wide and varied. You&#8217;ll find different options depending on the style of boat you prefer:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Catamaran excursion including time for swimming under the cliffs of Cabo Girao &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Funchal%20dauphins%20catamaran&amp;searchSource=8&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See options and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Speedboat excursion, more adrenalin, but less comfort &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/funchal-croisiere-pour-observer-des-dauphins-et-baleines-t141240\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See details and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tour authorized to let you swim with dolphins &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/quinta-do-lorde-baignade-avec-les-dauphins-t229471\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See details and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Going out at sunset &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/funchal-l1026\/sunset-catamaran-trip-from-funchal-t57245\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See details and availability<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\" style=\"padding-top:10px;\">WHERE TO STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\">Our independent picks for <strong>the accommodation of your dreams<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-madeira-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-luxury-hotel-funchal-madeira-5-star-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best 5-star hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-boutique-hotels-funchal-madeira-charm\/\">Best boutique-hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-old-town-funchal-avis\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels in Funchal Old Town<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-adults-only-hotels-funchal-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best adults-only hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-family-hotels-madeira-kids-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best hotels for families<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hotels-all-inclusive-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best all-inclusive hotels<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/beste-romantic-hotels-funchal-madeira-lovers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best romantic hotels<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" alt=\"Engenho Velho Hotel\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-5\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Accommodation\/i-TtZHSRZ\/1\/7f80cf7d\/L\/Arco_da_Calheta_hotel_Madeira-8896-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. See the sunrise from Pico do Areiro<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11ac-Pico-Areiro-sunrise\/i-vjHDDxS\/2\/dvgb43P7H5FZ2kpbM2kZgKn9DqskG83JfDCZFgFb\/L\/Pico_areiro_Pico_ruivo_hike_Madeira-7224769-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11ac-Pico-Areiro-sunrise\/i-vjHDDxS\/2\/dvgb43P7H5FZ2kpbM2kZgKn9DqskG83JfDCZFgFb\/L\/Pico_areiro_Pico_ruivo_hike_Madeira-7224769-L.jpg\" alt=\"Sunrise from Pico do Ariero\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11ac-Pico-Areiro-sunrise\/i-vjHDDxS\/2\/dvgb43P7H5FZ2kpbM2kZgKn9DqskG83JfDCZFgFb\/L\/Pico_areiro_Pico_ruivo_hike_Madeira-7224769-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-6\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/11ac-Pico-Areiro-sunrise\/i-vjHDDxS\/2\/dvgb43P7H5FZ2kpbM2kZgKn9DqskG83JfDCZFgFb\/L\/Pico_areiro_Pico_ruivo_hike_Madeira-7224769-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pico do Arieiro is one of the most famous spots on the island. At over 1,800m, the summit is accessible by car, so everyone can enjoy the breathtaking scenery.<br\/>You really are at the top of the island, surrounded by sharp peaks and lush valleys, with the sea on both sides of the ridge.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To make the most of it, we strongly advise you to get up early, so you can arrive 45 minutes before sunrise, find a place to rest, and start the day with an unforgettable experience!<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fittest can combine this with the famous hike between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo. It&#8217;s an intense walk (with steep stairs) but it&#8217;s sure to be your best memory!<br\/>Find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-pico-do-arieiro-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pico do Arieiro&#8217;s attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Walking along a levada like 25 Fontes<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/5a-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-sgxx5Pb\/2\/f486b4ac\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162311-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/5a-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-sgxx5Pb\/2\/f486b4ac\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162311-L.jpg\" alt=\"trees around the levada like 25 Fontes\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/5a-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-sgxx5Pb\/2\/f486b4ac\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162311-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-7\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/5a-25-fontes-levada-hike\/i-sgxx5Pb\/2\/f486b4ac\/L\/Rabacal_25_Fontes_walk_waterfall_Madeira-7162311-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Set off on an adventure along Madeira&#8217;s levadas: an unforgettable experience in the heart of lush nature. The levadas, centuries-old irrigation canals that criss-cross the island, offer hikers picturesque paths through breathtaking scenery. Walk along the edge of dizzying cliffs, wander through lush forests, and discover breathtaking panoramic views as you explore the island at your own pace.  <\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned hiker looking for a challenge or a lover of leisurely strolls, Madeira&#8217;s levadas promise unforgettable adventures for all skill levels. Get ready to marvel at the island&#8217;s natural beauty and create memories that will last a lifetime on these enchanting trails.&#8221;<br\/>See our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hike-levada-caldeirao-verde-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the best levada hikes in Madeira<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/ebook-travel-guide-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\" noreferrer noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/inpost-Madeira-Lovers-EN.jpg\" alt=\"inpost Madeira Lovers FR\" class=\"wp-image-7160\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Swimming in the natural pools of Porto Moniz or Seixal<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3m-Porto-Moniz-natural-pools\/i-wKhFgZ6\/2\/CXdz9vVVDqVbzMCh463rfJTnFhNLrsQMzvnjF3Gdz\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8756-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3m-Porto-Moniz-natural-pools\/i-wKhFgZ6\/2\/CXdz9vVVDqVbzMCh463rfJTnFhNLrsQMzvnjF3Gdz\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8756-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Porto Moniz natural pools<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3m-Porto-Moniz-natural-pools\/i-wKhFgZ6\/2\/CXdz9vVVDqVbzMCh463rfJTnFhNLrsQMzvnjF3Gdz\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8756-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-8\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3m-Porto-Moniz-natural-pools\/i-wKhFgZ6\/2\/CXdz9vVVDqVbzMCh463rfJTnFhNLrsQMzvnjF3Gdz\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8756-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Of course, Madeira is no beach paradise. But you can still have exceptional swimming experiences, thanks to the natural pools formed from lava rocks cooled by the sea.<br\/>The best known are in Porto Moniz. They&#8217;re easy to access, with several arms for easy swimming. The views from the pools are breathtaking: an island, green mountains and the sea!<br\/>The other exceptional option is in Seixal with the lava arch! But you have to make an effort to get down to the foot of the cliffs and enjoy it.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beware: avoid the pools between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m., when most tourists are visiting. You&#8217;ll have a better experience outside these hours.<br\/>See our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madeira&#8217;s natural pools<\/a>.<br\/>If you don&#8217;t want to drive, organized tours take you to see these pools, in the middle of a tour of the island &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/depuis-funchal-terrasses-enchantees-et-porto-do-moniz-t59626\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see program and availability<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Explore Funchal<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6j-Funchal\/i-MdtHfn9\/2\/FDfpKfM26f95sQgDFshjvW94dHs4gNVKFkhbKKPgZ\/L\/Funchal_Madeira-7173280-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6j-Funchal\/i-MdtHfn9\/2\/FDfpKfM26f95sQgDFshjvW94dHs4gNVKFkhbKKPgZ\/L\/Funchal_Madeira-7173280-L.jpg\" alt=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6j-Funchal\/i-MdtHfn9\/2\/FDfpKfM26f95sQgDFshjvW94dHs4gNVKFkhbKKPgZ\/L\/Funchal_Madeira-7173280-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-9\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6j-Funchal\/i-MdtHfn9\/2\/FDfpKfM26f95sQgDFshjvW94dHs4gNVKFkhbKKPgZ\/L\/Funchal_Madeira-7173280-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Funchal, Madeira&#8217;s capital, is a charming blend of cultural richness, historical significance and lively atmosphere.<br\/>The town&#8217;s history dates back to the 15th century, when it was colonized by Portuguese explorers. Today, the vestiges of its past can be seen in its historic buildings, churches and forts.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take time to explore the old town, visit its cathedral, stroll through its gardens, discover its markets and visit its many small museums!<br\/>To plan your visit to Funchal, <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-funchal-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">see our guide to the best attractions<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Explore other towns and villages: Camara de Lobos, Ponto do Sol&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-n7kRnvr\/2\/FFVtTfJpsw7XgCnr9CKxL9Lfb9bRJccx9sS2wVHW3\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173083-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-n7kRnvr\/2\/FFVtTfJpsw7XgCnr9CKxL9Lfb9bRJccx9sS2wVHW3\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173083-L.jpg\" alt=\"Camara de Lobos\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Camara de Lobos<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-n7kRnvr\/2\/FFVtTfJpsw7XgCnr9CKxL9Lfb9bRJccx9sS2wVHW3\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173083-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-10\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6c-Camara-dos-Lobos\/i-n7kRnvr\/2\/FFVtTfJpsw7XgCnr9CKxL9Lfb9bRJccx9sS2wVHW3\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173083-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But Funchal isn&#8217;t the only place to visit on Madeira!<br\/>Although it&#8217;s the main city, there are many charming villages and old town centers to discover all around the island.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s a tough choice&#8230; But if you only need to visit 3 of them, to get a taste of the different styles, we recommend you do so:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-camara-lobos-madeira-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">C\u00e2mara de Lobos<\/a> and its harbour of colourful boats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-da-cruz-madeira-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Porto da Cruz<\/a>, less touristy with its sugarcane factory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-jardim-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jardim do Mar<\/a>, with its narrow streets on the cliffs and its beautiful seafront<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>See our selection of the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-towns-madeira-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">most beautiful towns and villages<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Enjoy nature in a different way: canyoning, kayaking&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canyoning\/i-jNZ8X2x\/0\/PSmwx4sMn5LW5TSwLdMZDbQ5zs8BKPKhxQ6bFvrG\/L\/canyoning-madeira-1-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canyoning\/i-jNZ8X2x\/0\/PSmwx4sMn5LW5TSwLdMZDbQ5zs8BKPKhxQ6bFvrG\/L\/canyoning-madeira-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"canyoning in Madeira\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canyoning\/i-jNZ8X2x\/0\/PSmwx4sMn5LW5TSwLdMZDbQ5zs8BKPKhxQ6bFvrG\/L\/canyoning-madeira-1-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-11\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canyoning\/i-jNZ8X2x\/0\/PSmwx4sMn5LW5TSwLdMZDbQ5zs8BKPKhxQ6bFvrG\/L\/canyoning-madeira-1-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As well as magnificent hikes to the mountain peaks and along the levadas, Madeira also offers great outdoor experiences for those looking for a little adrenalin while admiring nature.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We particularly enjoyed canyoning and kayaking. But there are other choices. Here is our selection:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Beginner canyoning &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=madere+canyoning&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see options<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Intermediate canyoning &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/depuis-funchal-aventure-canyoning-intermediaire-avec-transfert-t421109\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see program and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kayak &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s\/?q=kayak+madeira&amp;searchSource=3&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see options<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coasteering (jumping into the sea!) &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/madere-excursion-d-une-demi-journee-en-cabotage-t352126\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira9\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see program and availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Surf lessons &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/funchal-lecon-de-surf-en-groupe-sur-l-ile-de-madere-t312983\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">see availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A lot of fun! See our complete guide to <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/canyoning-madeira-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">canyoning in Madeira<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#ffffff;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-not-stacked-on-mobile texte_planif has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" style=\"background-color:#72ba2038\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column img_icone is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:25%\"><div class=\"wp-block-image image_icone\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"400\" height=\"400\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png\" alt=\"madeira plane\" class=\"wp-image-6342\" style=\"object-fit:cover;width:100px;height:100px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png 400w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-150x150.png 150w, https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-75x75.png 75w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 400px) 100vw, 400px\" \/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane.png\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-img-6345\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/madeira-plane-300x300.png\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center paragraphe_une is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:90%\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">It&#8217;s time to book!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/skyscanner.pxf.io\/dONaXy\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Compare everything:<\/strong> companies, prices, schedules and availability.<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Enjoy the contrast at Ponta de Sao Louran\u00e7o<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2a-Ponta-sao-Louranco-hike\/i-fDzr3JW\/2\/37c69d7f\/L\/Ponta_de_Sao_Louranco_Madeira-7130334-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2a-Ponta-sao-Louranco-hike\/i-fDzr3JW\/2\/37c69d7f\/L\/Ponta_de_Sao_Louranco_Madeira-7130334-L.jpg\" alt=\"Magnificent volcanic cliffs at Ponta de Sao Louran&#xE7;o\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2a-Ponta-sao-Louranco-hike\/i-fDzr3JW\/2\/37c69d7f\/L\/Ponta_de_Sao_Louranco_Madeira-7130334-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-12\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2a-Ponta-sao-Louranco-hike\/i-fDzr3JW\/2\/37c69d7f\/L\/Ponta_de_Sao_Louranco_Madeira-7130334-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;ve had enough of the lush vegetation, head for Ponta de Sao Louran\u00e7o. This is the &#8220;Madeira tail&#8221;.<br\/>The climate here is semi-arid and the wind prevents trees from growing.<br\/>This is the best place to discover Madeira&#8217;s volcanic origins. You&#8217;ll see many different types of rock, from yellow to orange, red to black basalt.<br\/>It&#8217;s a fascinating place.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can&#8217;t hike, go and see the view from the hike parking area and from the Ponta do Rosto viewpoint not far away. You&#8217;ll already have great views.<br\/>If you&#8217;re up for a bit of walking, we highly recommend this hike, one of Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful. 6.4km\/3 to 4h round trip to Sardinha Caf\u00e9.<br\/>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hike-ponta-sao-lourenco-pr8-madeira\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"5081\">Ponta de S\u00e3o Louren\u00e7o<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11. Getting dizzy at Cabo Girao<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Gb-Cabo-Girao\/i-ZVFjHnq\/2\/PkKPhLzTj7cxL2gR8X7VCrtWLKZtqjmNDfXkLhHg\/L\/Cabo_Girao_platform_Madeira-7172988-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Gb-Cabo-Girao\/i-ZVFjHnq\/2\/PkKPhLzTj7cxL2gR8X7VCrtWLKZtqjmNDfXkLhHg\/L\/Cabo_Girao_platform_Madeira-7172988-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from the Cabo Girao platform\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Gb-Cabo-Girao\/i-ZVFjHnq\/2\/PkKPhLzTj7cxL2gR8X7VCrtWLKZtqjmNDfXkLhHg\/L\/Cabo_Girao_platform_Madeira-7172988-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-13\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/Gb-Cabo-Girao\/i-ZVFjHnq\/2\/PkKPhLzTj7cxL2gR8X7VCrtWLKZtqjmNDfXkLhHg\/L\/Cabo_Girao_platform_Madeira-7172988-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s not here that you&#8217;ll find the most beautiful scenery on the island. But certainly impressive.<br\/>Cabo Girao is Madeira&#8217;s most famous viewpoint. You access a glass platform atop Europe&#8217;s highest cliffs, almost 590m high.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s easy to get to, just a 20-minute drive from Funchal.<br\/>Cabs take you there easily.<br\/>Small entrance fee.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/cabo-girao-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about Cabo Girao<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Defying gravity in cable cars<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3k-Teleferico-das-Achadas-da-Cruz\/i-JSW8B9X\/2\/pprFj79wDzjhzDgtgs2DVNHNq66HzmMdFbVN4Rjt\/L\/Teleferico_das_Achadas_da_Cruz_Madeira-7141585-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3k-Teleferico-das-Achadas-da-Cruz\/i-JSW8B9X\/2\/pprFj79wDzjhzDgtgs2DVNHNq66HzmMdFbVN4Rjt\/L\/Teleferico_das_Achadas_da_Cruz_Madeira-7141585-L.jpg\" alt=\"Achadas da Cruz gondola lift on the way down\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3k-Teleferico-das-Achadas-da-Cruz\/i-JSW8B9X\/2\/pprFj79wDzjhzDgtgs2DVNHNq66HzmMdFbVN4Rjt\/L\/Teleferico_das_Achadas_da_Cruz_Madeira-7141585-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-14\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3k-Teleferico-das-Achadas-da-Cruz\/i-JSW8B9X\/2\/pprFj79wDzjhzDgtgs2DVNHNq66HzmMdFbVN4Rjt\/L\/Teleferico_das_Achadas_da_Cruz_Madeira-7141585-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another special feature of Madeira is the presence of numerous cable cars.<br\/>As the mountains slope steeply down to the sea, every little piece of flat land is used for agriculture. These small strips of land are called Fajas.<br\/>And in the 20th century, to make it easier for farmers to get there, gondolas were installed.<br\/>Today, some of them are open to tourists, and the descents are impressive. We particularly recommend the Teleferico das Achadas da Cruz near Porto Moniz<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are also two cable cars in Funchal, which are convenient for visiting the gardens but less spectacular.<br\/>See our article on <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/cable-cars-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madeira&#8217;s cable cars<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13. Searching for shapes in the Fanal forest<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/4b-Fanal-Forest\/i-T3qrB7p\/2\/FSdsnLkxK9JS85r927KcQHpxvksPk3bq8HBWKVTbf\/L\/Fanal_Forest_Madeira-7151831-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/4b-Fanal-Forest\/i-T3qrB7p\/2\/FSdsnLkxK9JS85r927KcQHpxvksPk3bq8HBWKVTbf\/L\/Fanal_Forest_Madeira-7151831-L.jpg\" alt=\"Fanal forest\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/4b-Fanal-Forest\/i-T3qrB7p\/2\/FSdsnLkxK9JS85r927KcQHpxvksPk3bq8HBWKVTbf\/L\/Fanal_Forest_Madeira-7151831-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-15\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/4b-Fanal-Forest\/i-T3qrB7p\/2\/FSdsnLkxK9JS85r927KcQHpxvksPk3bq8HBWKVTbf\/L\/Fanal_Forest_Madeira-7151831-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For another change of scenery, we now take you to the Paul da Serra plateau, in the heart of Madeira&#8217;s western half.<br\/>Here lies a Lauriferous forest. Around 90% of it is primary forest.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you like imagining shapes in the clouds, you&#8217;ll love taking a walk here too. The trees are twisted, and inspiring.<br\/>Don&#8217;t hesitate to go if it&#8217;s foggy or misty. This makes the place even more magical and inspiring.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14. Explore off the beaten track<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6a-Calhau-da-Lapa\/i-sC6N2Ts\/2\/PdpLzp2kvbDKJ4B2GpVZNRNZMr3PqMRRfwf7H4KW\/L\/Calhau_da_Lapa_beach_Madeira-7172881-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6a-Calhau-da-Lapa\/i-sC6N2Ts\/2\/PdpLzp2kvbDKJ4B2GpVZNRNZMr3PqMRRfwf7H4KW\/L\/Calhau_da_Lapa_beach_Madeira-7172881-L.jpg\" alt=\"Calhau da Lapa\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Calhau da Lapa<\/strong><\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6a-Calhau-da-Lapa\/i-sC6N2Ts\/2\/PdpLzp2kvbDKJ4B2GpVZNRNZMr3PqMRRfwf7H4KW\/L\/Calhau_da_Lapa_beach_Madeira-7172881-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-16\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/6a-Calhau-da-Lapa\/i-sC6N2Ts\/2\/PdpLzp2kvbDKJ4B2GpVZNRNZMr3PqMRRfwf7H4KW\/L\/Calhau_da_Lapa_beach_Madeira-7172881-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is becoming increasingly popular, but as the airport is limited in size, so are the numbers of tourists. So there are still some &#8220;secret&#8221; places where you&#8217;ll find fewer people.<br\/>Find lots of ideas in <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-madeira-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">our article on Madeira&#8217;s secret spots<\/a>. Among our favorite places:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Calhau da Lapa, accessible by 700 stairs or by boat<br\/>This takes you to a beach at the foot of the cliffs with small troglodytic houses.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The village of Madalena do Mar with its short walk through a banana plantation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The Miradouro do Paradeo, a vertiginous viewpoint over the Valley of the Nuns!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">15. Discover the culture: wine, Santana&#8217;s house, tobogganing&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13e-Santana-Houses-park\/i-RT8wMSm\/2\/87852138\/L\/Traditional_Santana_houses_Madeira-7241293-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13e-Santana-Houses-park\/i-RT8wMSm\/2\/87852138\/L\/Traditional_Santana_houses_Madeira-7241293-L.jpg\" alt=\"traditional houses in Santana\" style=\"width:702px;height:auto\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Traditional houses in Santana<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13e-Santana-Houses-park\/i-RT8wMSm\/2\/87852138\/L\/Traditional_Santana_houses_Madeira-7241293-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-17\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13e-Santana-Houses-park\/i-RT8wMSm\/2\/87852138\/L\/Traditional_Santana_houses_Madeira-7241293-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira&#8217;s culture fuses Portuguese elements with a unique atmosphere.<br\/>Although Madeira wines do not enjoy the same international renown as Port wines, they are highly appreciated. Their unique flavor, due to the heating method and storage in a warm environment, makes them an experience not to be missed.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And, as your vacation progresses, you&#8217;ll be able to learn more and visit iconic sites. We recommend the traditional houses in <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-santana-madeira-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santana<\/a>, the basket sleds in Funchal, the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visiter-musee-cr7-cristiano-ronaldo-funchal-madere\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"3108\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CR7 Museum<\/a> dedicated to Cristiano Ronaldo, the banana plantations, and the sugarcane distillery in Porto da Cruz&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#edf8cc;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse box_planif is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:58%\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING YOUR CAR AT <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">\nMadeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul style=\"font-size:14px\" class=\"wp-block-list liste_voiture\">\n<li>Compare prices on our preferred platform: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/en\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">DiscoverCars<\/a> &#8211; one of the best rated sites.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Take a car with a good engine for hilly roads, but not too big for manoeuvring.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s plenty of demand and few cars, so <strong>book early<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column planif-radius-3 is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" alt=\"Car rental in Madeira\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-18\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/2i-Miadouro\/i-j86nfB5\/2\/DRCCwrZmGLt2TxcQqRkkLrm3JR55K3NLchGxDNsx6\/S\/driving_Madeira-7130748-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns planif_bouton is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-fe48e5de wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-white-color has-text-color has-custom-font-size wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.discovercars.com\/fr\/portugal\/madeira?a_aid=zigzag&amp;chan=madeira\" style=\"border-radius:4px;font-size:14px\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">View cars &gt;&gt;<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:14px\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">See our tips<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Madeira&#8217;s beaches&#8230;<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3c-Seixal-beach\/i-MpppTvS\/2\/CrxV62BVZBbFXrXPNw7gdDkqNvb6RrgjnJLPs9CHc\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141190-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3c-Seixal-beach\/i-MpppTvS\/2\/CrxV62BVZBbFXrXPNw7gdDkqNvb6RrgjnJLPs9CHc\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141190-L.jpg\" alt=\"Seixal beach with black sand\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Seixal Beach<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3c-Seixal-beach\/i-MpppTvS\/2\/CrxV62BVZBbFXrXPNw7gdDkqNvb6RrgjnJLPs9CHc\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141190-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-19\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/3c-Seixal-beach\/i-MpppTvS\/2\/CrxV62BVZBbFXrXPNw7gdDkqNvb6RrgjnJLPs9CHc\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141190-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You may be surprised not to see beaches in Madeira&#8217;s 15 must-sees, that&#8217;s because it&#8217;s not a beach destination.<br\/>The mountains fall steeply into the sea.<br\/>You&#8217;ll find Seixal&#8217;s black sand beach, two imported golden sand beaches (Calheta and Machico) and a few pebble beaches.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Learn more about Madeira&#8217;s beaches.<\/a><\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for a long, sandy beach, you&#8217;ll have to go to the nearby island of Porto Santo. Its beach is 9km long!<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other activities in Madeira<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Madeira Museums<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/12i-Canical\/i-9Zm7ppm\/2\/CLs3km42nwSgGwWCpw9cBNChpVB95Q9DMNGjpbCLZ\/L\/whale_museum_Canical_Madeira-9815-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/12i-Canical\/i-9Zm7ppm\/2\/CLs3km42nwSgGwWCpw9cBNChpVB95Q9DMNGjpbCLZ\/L\/whale_museum_Canical_Madeira-9815-L.jpg\" alt=\"Whale Museum\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Museu da Baleia de Madeira<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/12i-Canical\/i-9Zm7ppm\/2\/CLs3km42nwSgGwWCpw9cBNChpVB95Q9DMNGjpbCLZ\/L\/whale_museum_Canical_Madeira-9815-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-20\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/12i-Canical\/i-9Zm7ppm\/2\/CLs3km42nwSgGwWCpw9cBNChpVB95Q9DMNGjpbCLZ\/L\/whale_museum_Canical_Madeira-9815-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira also offers a host of small museums. Most are in Funchal, but not all.<br\/>Among our favorites:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-museum-whale-canical\/\" data-type=\"post\" data-id=\"6653\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Whale Museum<\/a> in Cani\u00e7al<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Museum in the Porto da Cruz sugar cane factory<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Blandy&#8217;s Wine Museum<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Madeira Story Experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-museums-funchal\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">the best museums in Funchal<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Excursion to Porto Santo<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/7b-Porto-Santo-North-Coast\/i-KrbpkWT\/2\/CwvSmD4Tp5QcGw7hN5qhpp5WqkB4VF2M3vdLpTJN7\/L\/Capela_nossa_Senhora_da_Graca_Porto_Santo-7183435-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/7b-Porto-Santo-North-Coast\/i-KrbpkWT\/2\/CwvSmD4Tp5QcGw7hN5qhpp5WqkB4VF2M3vdLpTJN7\/L\/Capela_nossa_Senhora_da_Graca_Porto_Santo-7183435-L.jpg\" alt=\"Porto Santo and its long beach\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/7b-Porto-Santo-North-Coast\/i-KrbpkWT\/2\/CwvSmD4Tp5QcGw7hN5qhpp5WqkB4VF2M3vdLpTJN7\/L\/Capela_nossa_Senhora_da_Graca_Porto_Santo-7183435-L.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-21\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/7b-Porto-Santo-North-Coast\/i-KrbpkWT\/2\/CwvSmD4Tp5QcGw7hN5qhpp5WqkB4VF2M3vdLpTJN7\/L\/Capela_nossa_Senhora_da_Graca_Porto_Santo-7183435-L.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can also choose to discover the neighboring island of Porto Santo, which is very different.<br\/>Take the 2.5 hr ferry with its beautiful views and take a sun tour of the island with its viewpoints, sand dunes, basalt organ and long sandy beach.<br\/>Find out more about <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/que-faire-porto-santo-visiter\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Porto Santo&#8217;s attractions<\/a>.<br\/>And <a href=\"https:\/\/www.directferries.com\/?dfpid=1915\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">book your ferry<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Madeira with children<\/h3>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/3D-fun-art-museum\/i-mXk7H5M\/0\/DKjjPd6JQ9n8kRFcsS5pQpnK3HqhJ8pXbFCqvczfR\/M\/3D-fun-art-museum-M.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/3D-fun-art-museum\/i-mXk7H5M\/0\/DKjjPd6JQ9n8kRFcsS5pQpnK3HqhJ8pXbFCqvczfR\/M\/3D-fun-art-museum-M.jpg\" alt=\"optical illusion at the 3D Fun Art Museum\"\/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">3D Fun Art Museum<\/figcaption><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/3D-fun-art-museum\/i-mXk7H5M\/0\/DKjjPd6JQ9n8kRFcsS5pQpnK3HqhJ8pXbFCqvczfR\/M\/3D-fun-art-museum-M.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-22\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/3D-fun-art-museum\/i-mXk7H5M\/0\/DKjjPd6JQ9n8kRFcsS5pQpnK3HqhJ8pXbFCqvczfR\/M\/3D-fun-art-museum-M.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is not a very family-oriented destination.  <br\/>But you can still find attractions that appeal to the whole family:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Funchal&#8217;s toboggan and basket ride<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The whale museum in Canical<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3D Fun Art Museum in Funchal with optical illusions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Walking through the banana plantations of <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-madalena-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madalena do Mar<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Swimming in the natural pools of Porto Moniz<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8230;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Things to do in Madeira when it rains<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When it rains in Madeira, you&#8217;ll be advised:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>to see if another part of the island is dry. with the high mountains at the heart of the island, it&#8217;s quite possible that the whole island isn&#8217;t under water.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>visit Funchal&#8217;s museums<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>to visit the gardens, which are even more beautiful underwater!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>keep exploring, you&#8217;ll have fewer people on the roads!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\" class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\" style=\"max-width:700px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box_titre gb-block-container\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<h5 class=\"titre_box\">PLAN YOUR STAY IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre2 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Best of<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-madeira-attractions\/\">Things to do in Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-viewpoints-madeira-miradouros\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful viewpoints<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful beaches<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-gardens-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful gardens<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/natural-pools-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Natural pools<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-hikes-madeira-walks\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful hikes<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/most-beautiful-roads-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Most beautiful roads<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/hidden-gems-madeira-secret-places\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Secret places<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-wp-lb-image=\"1\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" alt=\"Navia Rock\" title=\"\"\/><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" data-fancybox=\"wpcp-wp-wpcp-wp-23\" class=\"wpcp-lightbox-trigger wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon wpcp-position-top-right wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover wpcp-global-lightbox-icon wpcp-lightbox-icon--global wpcp-lb-icon-style-default\" data-wpcp-lb-icon-source=\"global\" aria-label=\"Open image in lightbox\" data-thumb-src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/13d-Rocha-do-Navio\/i-T3f6J48\/2\/d3DHMbHtwPMz7Tj9qDPmRxGpbxx5RBRCr4LrPp2c\/S\/Roacha_do_Navio_cable_car_Madeira-7241164-S.jpg\" data-wpcp-lb-single=\"1\"><span class=\"wpcp-icon-container\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 20 20\"><path d=\"M17.6585 16.025L14.2437 12.6198C15.1716 11.3338 15.6121 9.7613 15.4871 8.1819C15.362 6.60251 14.6795 5.11847 13.5607 3.99351C12.936 3.36206 12.1916 2.86066 11.3709 2.51845C10.5502 2.17623 9.66952 2 8.77995 2C7.89039 2 7.00969 2.17623 6.18899 2.51845C5.36829 2.86066 4.62395 3.36206 3.99919 3.99351C3.36594 4.61649 2.86312 5.35871 2.51992 6.17708C2.17673 6.99545 2 7.87365 2 8.76068C2 9.64772 2.17673 10.5259 2.51992 11.3443C2.86312 12.1627 3.36594 12.9049 3.99919 13.5279C5.11957 14.6901 6.62279 15.4103 8.23285 15.5562C9.84291 15.7022 11.4517 15.2641 12.7639 14.3224L16.1788 17.7275C16.3849 17.9034 16.6473 18 16.9186 18C17.1899 18 17.4523 17.9034 17.6585 17.7275C18.1138 17.16 18.1138 16.5925 17.6585 16.025ZM5.59278 12.0523C5.16258 11.6298 4.82094 11.1263 4.58774 10.5709C4.35455 10.0156 4.23446 9.41951 4.23446 8.81744C4.23446 8.21536 4.35455 7.6193 4.58774 7.06394C4.82094 6.50859 5.16258 6.00503 5.59278 5.58257C6.01644 5.15359 6.52144 4.81292 7.07838 4.58039C7.63532 4.34786 8.23308 4.22811 8.83687 4.22811C9.44066 4.22811 10.0384 4.34786 10.5954 4.58039C11.1523 4.81292 11.6573 5.15359 12.081 5.58257C12.5112 6.00503 12.8528 6.50859 13.086 7.06394C13.3192 7.6193 13.4393 8.21536 13.4393 8.81744C13.4393 9.41951 13.3192 10.0156 13.086 10.5709C12.8528 11.1263 12.5112 11.6298 12.081 12.0523C11.6573 12.4813 11.1523 12.822 10.5954 13.0545C10.0384 13.287 9.44066 13.4068 8.83687 13.4068C8.23308 13.4068 7.63532 13.287 7.07838 13.0545C6.52144 12.822 6.01644 12.4813 5.59278 12.0523Z\" \/><\/svg><\/span><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background is-style-wide hr-box-planif\" style=\"background-color:#ccd3dd;color:#ccd3dd\"\/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Practical advice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/how-to-get-around-madeira-transport\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Getting around Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/renting-car-madeira-tips-experiences\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rent a car in Madeira<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/driving-madeira-tips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Driving in Madeira<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/where-to-stay-madeira-best-areas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Where to stay in Madeira<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Itineraries: 3 days &#8211; 4 days &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-5-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">5 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-6-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">6 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-one-week-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">7 days<\/a> &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/visit-madeira-10-days-itinerary\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">10 days<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" 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class=\"wp-block-columns box_sans_border is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column texte_planif is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"font-size:14px;flex-basis:60%\">\n<p class=\"option_titre wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Places not to be missed<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\"><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/dolphin-watching-madeira-whales\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dolphin watching<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-funchal-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Funchal<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-camara-lobos-madeira-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Camara de Lobos<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-ponta-do-sol-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ponta do Sol<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-santana-madeira-visit\/\">Santana<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-pico-do-arieiro-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Pico do Arieiro<\/a><br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-santo-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Best things to do in Porto Santo<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-top planif-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:40%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large img-portrait\"><div class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-host wpcp-advanced-image-lightbox-icon-hover\"><a class=\"wpcp-wp-lightbox-image-link\" 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