{"id":1876,"date":"2024-05-07T16:50:16","date_gmt":"2024-05-07T15:50:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/plus-belles-plages-madere\/"},"modified":"2024-05-12T09:22:19","modified_gmt":"2024-05-12T08:22:19","slug":"best-beaches-madeira","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-beaches-madeira\/","title":{"rendered":"12 best beaches in Madeira (photos + tips)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira isn&#8217;t the ideal destination for those who dream of fine sand, but you can still enjoy some nice beaches for relaxing and sunbathing.<br\/>Here&#8217;s <strong>our selection of Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful beaches<\/strong>, with map and useful tips in pictures!<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/best-beaches-Madeira.jpeg\" alt=\"Madeira's most beautiful beaches\" class=\"wp-image-1852\"\/><\/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\">Best beaches in Madeira &#8211; map<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s a map of the beaches listed in this article, to help you find your way around:<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Map-best-beaches-madeira-1024x683.png\" alt=\"Maps of the best beaches in Madeira\" class=\"wp-image-1862\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Map: Madeira&#8217;s best beaches<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Madeira is not a beach destination par excellence. We go there above all for its impressive landscapes, lush gardens and unique hikes.<br\/>But if you still want to spend some time relaxing on a beach and taking a dip, there are a few sandy and pebble beaches.<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Praia do Porto do Seixal (black sand)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Seixal\/Seixal-beach\/i-C9vBxCd\/1\/zLhq6Rw75gvxD5CV8hqvBWQbDFHrNsgBQn2cJz7j\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141204-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia do Porto do Seixal and its view\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Seixal is without doubt Madeira&#8217;s most beautiful beach.<br\/>It&#8217;s a natural beach with black sand and views of lush cliffs.<br\/>It&#8217;s not very big, but it offers beautiful black sand, black rocks and even a small waterfall!<br\/>And for those looking for calmer waters, there&#8217;s a seawater pool right next door.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Seixal\/Seixal-beach\/i-XqqT4dL\/1\/DGK7KJLJcD54ptwpwL7nhq6TX5DMZ7WBXQ2LTtRxF\/L\/Seixal_beach_black_sand_Madeira-7141177-L.jpg\" alt=\"Madeira's black sand beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>North coast of Madeira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City of Seixal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 45 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Monis = 15 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Port parking lot nearby<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets and showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurant in season with public pool next door<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\"><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=\"\"\/><\/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. Praia do Machico (golden sand)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Machico\/Beach\/i-jWdfn3L\/1\/sHZbJ8vpsxs5LHRNDzJMSPvzRFbX46BDPvL97t9p\/L\/beach_Machico_Madeira-7230282-L.jpg\" alt=\"Machico beach with golden sand\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re looking for a page of golden sand, Machico is one of Madeira&#8217;s two options, and the larger of the two.<br\/>It&#8217;s a beautiful crescent-shaped cove. But sand is not natural to the island; it was imported to create the beach.<br\/>A breakwater has been built to break the waves, allowing the whole family to swim in calm waters.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Machico\/Beach\/i-hgLk6G7\/1\/FNrrX4xz9mDdXrMtV9tBQWqSwRmb3TWNk4kc9pV6J\/L\/beach_Machico_Madeira-7230278-L.jpg\" alt=\"Machico beach near the marina\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>East coast of Madeira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Town of Machico<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 30 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large pay parking lot, but fills up quickly. We advise you to come in the morning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access by expressway or bus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supervised beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets, showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Volleyball court, pedal boat rental<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurants along the promenade<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There are few hotels in Machico, and you&#8217;ll find mostly apartment and house rentals.<\/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\"><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=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Praia da Calheta (golden sand)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Calheta\/Praia-da-Calheta\/i-WPkfRft\/1\/CQgHTBsd922JSXSVspzGmFVhhnNqPNjks4twFftwK\/L\/Praia_da_Calheta_Madeira-7152140-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia da Calheta - east beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Praia da Calheta is Madeira&#8217;s most famous beach. It was entirely created by man. The site forms an oval with a sandy beach at each end. The sand was imported.<br\/>This allows you to swim in very calm waters and enjoy one of the sunniest parts of the island.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Calheta\/Praia-da-Calheta\/i-LcdfvfC\/1\/md3ZxTVgxfNvCkDkCDv8JF2pFPNRvqxcVc7rnmG6\/L\/Praia_da_Calheta_Madeira-7152139-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia da Calheta - west beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On the south coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arco de Calheta<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 40 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 40 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay parking along the beach, but it fills up fast. We advise you to come in the morning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supervised beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sun loungers for hire<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Water sports activities with equipment rental<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets, showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>There&#8217;s a luxury hotel right next to the beach &#8211; the Saccharum Resort &amp; Spa &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.booking.com\/hotel\/pt\/saccharum.html?aid=2410700\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">See photos and availability<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\">4. Praia de Faial (pebbles)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Faial\/Praia-Faial\/i-6qRBsPL\/1\/CPvCbwVh7JfJT6K5fh4VL52fwLTVPZQ4kxVpFF63k\/L\/Faial_beach_Madeira-0040-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia de Faial\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Faial beach is one of Madeira&#8217;s lesser-known beaches, but one of our favorites.<br\/>We really liked the layout and access to water.<br\/>And above all, the views of the cliffs are magnificent.<br\/>In the semi-pool created by the dike, you can enjoy calm water, but climb the dike and you can admire the waves crashing against the cliffs!<br\/>On the other hand, it&#8217;s a pebble beach. Not a trace of sand here&#8230;<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Faial\/Praia-Faial\/i-2C66gp9\/1\/Cndx32w73ccsS92ZQvFxHGDs4M66JWCV352rH2QS7\/L\/Faial_Madeira-7241384-L.jpg\" alt=\"View from Faial beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>North coast of Madeira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Small town of Faial<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 35 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 55 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large parking lot next to the sports complex<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In-season monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beware, however, that the access stairs can be slippery!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Games for children<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurant and bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-container box gb-block-container\" style=\"background-color:#f4fae2;margin-top:8%;margin-bottom:8%\"><div class=\"gb-container-inside\"><div class=\"gb-container-content\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns inverse 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 FAVORITE ACTIVITIES IN <span class=\"titre_box_manuscrit\">Madeira<\/span><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Catamaran tour to see dolphins and Madeira&#8217;s giant cliffs. &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/s?q=Funchal+dauphins+catamaran&amp;searchSource=8&amp;partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">View the schedule and availability\u2014and make a reservation!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Canyoning among the rocks! &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/canyoning-tc65\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View options and availability<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"font-size:16px\">Gastronomic tour to discover local specialties &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madere-l67\/visites-gastronomiques-locales-tc532\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">View options and availability<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column ville-radius is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:42%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized img-portrait\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/9c-Dolphins\/i-whpFzdc\/1\/2fa5ccf1\/L\/dolphin_cruise_boat_Tour_Madeira-7204502-L.jpg\" alt=\"\" style=\"width:319px;height:303px\" title=\"\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Praia de Vigario (Camara de Lobos)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Camara-de-Lobos\/Praia-de-Vigario\/i-PJ9BdWj\/0\/FBbndtrXzTBTRzMz2x9mg9RtKSjPHBBkPj5KbZWM3\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173027-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia de Vigario\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Camara de Lobos is one of Madeira&#8217;s most famous towns<a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-towns-madeira-villages\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">(see our list<\/a>). The center features charming alleyways and a small harbor with colorful boats.<br\/>But to the west of the town, you can also enjoy a long grey pebble beach protected by cliffs.<br\/>We really liked the atmosphere<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Camara-de-Lobos\/Praia-de-Vigario\/i-3NVgtdL\/0\/DWFR2kb3NJmdcDVJNmDTxQh3QSFqwPWLPFmxDwL5b\/L\/camara_dos_Lobos_Madeira-7173029-L.jpg\" alt=\"Camara de Lobos pebble beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Madeira&#8217;s south coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Town of Camara de Lobos<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal: 15 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The hop-on hop-off bus also makes it easy to get there from Funchal &#8211; <a href=\"https:\/\/www.getyourguide.com\/madeira-l67\/funchal-3-in-1-48-hour-hop-on-hop-off-bus-tour-t49954\/?partner_id=R3GYW4V&amp;cmp=madeira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">buy your tickets<\/a> now!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 45 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Several pay parking lots in town, but it can be difficult to find parking in the afternoon<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unsupervised beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Beach bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some people complain about the lack of cleanliness<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Praia de Ponta do Sol<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Beach\/i-Bw29hGs\/1\/DKbCNzzV7DZd8CTRXwxDjND9LbWdt3bKq7GJ9gkwd\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162713-L.jpg\" alt=\"View of Ponta do Sol beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town&#8217;s tourist area is concentrated around the beach and seafront.<br\/>As Ponta do Sol is one of the sunniest towns on the island, its beach is very popular.<br\/>This landscaped pebble beach stretches between the cliffs at the mouth of the valley.<br\/>It&#8217;s just over 150m long.<br\/>Here, the pebbles aren&#8217;t too big, and you can still manage to lie down, especially if you come with a small mattress.<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-ponta-do-sol-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about Ponta do Sol<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-do-Sol\/Beach\/i-NSFzjVM\/1\/D439p7WCMxCBz99vMvXSTBRPz3dgLxWmxxwcGz3B9\/L\/Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira-7162710-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia de Ponta do Sol\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Madeira&#8217;s south coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City of Ponta do Sol<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 30 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 45 min<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parking near the seafront and on the heights of the town. Parking in the middle of the day can be very tricky.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Changing rooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurants and bars on the beach and in the street leading up from the beach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Supervised beach in summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A breakwater has been built to break the waves, allowing safe, calm bathing.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<div style=\"background-color:#fefefe;margin-top:6%;margin-bottom:6%\" 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 inverse 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 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Praia da Ribeira de Natal<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canical\/i-qLnWpJn\/1\/CprFG5fjhvRLq9685v94n8pM6F3q8V9tFMwH6ctZt\/L\/Canical_Madeira-9812-L.jpg\" alt=\"diving platform\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the village of Cani\u00e7al, you&#8217;ll find several beaches (but beware, Praia do Cani\u00e7al is outside the town, see #9).<br\/>We fell in love with the Ribeira de Natal area.<br\/>First you arrive on a concrete platform on the lava rocks that provides easy access to the water, and also allows you to make some cool jumps. And the view is superb!<br\/>And if you continue, you&#8217;ll find a long pebble beach.<br\/>It&#8217;s not very big, but it&#8217;s ideal for snorkeling!<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-canical-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about Cani\u00e7al<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Canical\/i-NR3cJK9\/1\/NxBbhVbWWBp7bzWfWhmB5ng62mb3HcWMXVpMKjkn\/L\/Canical_Madeira-9807-L.jpg\" alt=\"view of Praia da Ribeira de Natal\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>City of Cani\u00e7al<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the northeastern tip of Madeira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 35 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Very easy access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Free parking in town and near the Whale Museum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unsupervised beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No installations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snack bar near the platform<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Diving school<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Praia dos Reis Magos<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Praia-dos-Reis-Magos\/i-s9FXZvS\/1\/CQhgb7KzvctrSRdsdpFVzSp6jkSfqg8PdbthCxG9v\/L\/Praia_dos_Reis_Magos_Madeira-7230192-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia dos Reis Magos\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Praia dos Reis Magos is a small beach, but one where you can&#8217;t get bored.<br\/>Here you&#8217;ll find: a grey pebble beach, lava cliffs ideal for snorkeling, a seawater pool, a diving school&#8230;<br\/>A shared passion for water sports is evident here.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Praia-dos-Reis-Magos\/i-3WkrJWs\/1\/FGcjLGpRBSNsDPbX3WbCH6dNxK68GprQ7zb7JXswq\/L\/Praia_dos_Reis_Magos_Madeira-7230206-L.jpg\" alt=\"Snorkeling\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>On Madeira&#8217;s east coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>City of Cani\u00e7o<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 15 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access to the parking lot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large parking lot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then you have to climb down a slope or a staircase to reach the beach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In-season monitoring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9. Prainha do Cani\u00e7al (black sand)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-Sao-Louranco\/Prainha-Canical\/i-zhmmFBh\/0\/C5PBHH45WmLdkp8XB6rcbZf6CKwddQKFLDMsGHGL2\/L\/Prainha-Canical-L.jpg\" alt=\"Prainha do Cani&#xE7;al\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re going to discover the magnificent cliffs of Ponta de Sao Louran\u00e7o, you can also combine it with a visit to a black sand beach at the foot of the cliffs.<br\/>This is one of Madeira&#8217;s few natural sandy beaches.<br\/>It&#8217;s also ideal for geology and snorkeling enthusiasts.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-Sao-Louranco\/Prainha-Canical\/i-pXz9kSk\/0\/CfnbH8TDnnKKsKJTh4xfZBWNCtkjvMzhgB8WqLPzF\/L\/Prainha-Canical-1-L.jpghttps:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Ponta-Sao-Louranco\/Prainha-Canical\/i-pXz9kSk\/0\/CfnbH8TDnnKKsKJTh4xfZBWNCtkjvMzhgB8WqLPzF\/L\/Prainha-Canical-1-L.jpg\" alt=\"black sand beach Prainha do Cani&#xE7;al\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Northeast point of Madeira<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 40 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 1h10 drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Parking at the top of the cliffs (approx. 55 spaces) &#8211; fills up in the afternoon<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy access to the parking lot<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The path down to the beach is quite steep (and the ascent is on the way back!).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Unsupervised beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snack bar in season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets, showers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10. Garajau Beach<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Garajau\/Beach\/i-Sv86nxp\/1\/JcJKkbtTbw5QVgJmc8xWXPNt8v6HqctMcFpnhRJx\/L\/Ponta_do_Garajau_Madeira-7230133-L.jpg\" alt=\"Garajau Beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garajau is a pretty gray pebble beach where you can descend with one of the <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/cable-cars-madeira\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">island&#8217;s 7 cable cars<\/a>.  <br\/>It has a pleasant atmosphere and is popular for snorkeling, with its interesting cliffs.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Garajau\/Beach\/i-RgBsVW3\/1\/FMTQRNTM7q2ttSHLBf9bfm6ZBktm2b4Wf3vFv32R9\/L\/Ponta_do_Garajau_Madeira-7230151-L.jpg\" alt=\"pebble beach at Garajau\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>East of the south coast<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Town of Garajau, near the statue of Christ<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Funchal = 20 min drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>From Porto Moniz = 1h drive<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Large parking lot but very popular location<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Descent to the beach by cable car or on foot<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Supervised beach in season<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Showers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Restaurant<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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\"><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=\"\"\/><\/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\">10. Praia do Almirante Reis (Funchal Beach)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/Praia-do-Almirante-Reis\/i-hFDszMw\/0\/FMPLKswgN57hDzTPQSBdcrbWs97K7Kc6H7rVdnZQL\/L\/beach_Funchal_Madeira-9130-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia do Almirante Reis: Funchal's beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s not the prettiest or the most pleasant, but it&#8217;s the most convenient for those staying in the center of Funchal.<br\/>It&#8217;s a small cove with large pebbles.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access and useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In Funchal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Near the bottom station of the Mont<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unattended<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12. Formosa Beach (west of Funchal)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/Praia-Formosa\/i-8bQWk53\/1\/DbJGQjKJ2NbFZmSQLJPVcSwKGR696F22FF2WRD4gK\/L\/Praia_Formosa_Madeira-7173115-L.jpg\" alt=\"Formosa Beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is the largest beach near Funchal, and one of the largest on the island.<br\/>The cove is covered with large grey pebbles and black sand (for easier entry into the water).<br\/>Note that there is no seawall to block the waves, so it&#8217;s not an ideal beach for children.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Funchal\/Praia-Formosa\/i-BJXNBkB\/1\/DR5JZSQTtzG8q9fLnVKNTnx2hZCWFQGxcJLqVGGZb\/L\/Praia_Formosa_Madeira-7173118-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia de Formosa and its pebbles\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access and useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>West of Funchal<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1h walk or less than 10 min by car or number 1 bus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unsupervised<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snack bars<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porto Santo beach (neighboring island)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/Porto-Santo-Beach\/i-7PGDxWj\/1\/FHShj6ZQPZ7RdfwtgtFVDcQM24DdHJtSHmBjJhzqK\/L\/beach_Praia_Porto_Santo-9250-L.jpg\" alt=\"Porto Santo's long sandy beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why we love it<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re dreaming of a long, sandy beach, Madeira isn&#8217;t the place to go, but <a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-santo-visit\/\">Porto <\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/best-things-to-do-porto-santo-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Santo<\/a>, the small neighboring island.<br\/>Arriving in Porto Santo by ferry, you&#8217;ll be dazzled by its long, golden sandy beach.<br\/>It stretches majestically for 9 kilometers!<br\/>Its fine, soft sand is ideal for relaxing, playing and taking long walks with your feet in the water.<br\/>We find it particularly beautiful at its southern end, on the Ponta da Calheta side, with its view over the island of Ilh\u00e9u da Cal.<\/p>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Santo\/Porto-Santo-Beach\/i-SL4Cmnv\/1\/KrC8pbgQVPrHvdVrbct7MMD3Rz9GQNmWZVdBX9bL\/L\/beach_Praia_Porto_Santo-7183846-L.jpg\" alt=\"End of Porto Santo beach with the island\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Access and useful information<\/h3>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>2h30 ferry <span style=\"font-family: Inter; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: collapse;\">&#8211; <\/span><a style=\"box-sizing: inherit; transition: color 0.2s ease-in-out 0s, background-color 0.2s ease-in-out 0s; font-family: Inter; font-size: 16px; white-space-collapse: collapse;\" href=\"https:\/\/www.directferries.com\/?dfpid=1915\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Book your ferry<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Easy beach access<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toilets, showers, restaurants<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kayaking, snorkeling and diving, especially at the southern end.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other top beaches for scenery and surfing<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Calhau da Lapa<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Calhau-da-Lapa\/i-KXDSFbW\/1\/DvQsZQw9Jvg83S6d4HgwWj23FVdkm2ZsQRMNNtxGV\/L\/Calhau_da_Lapa_beach_Madeira-7172873-L.jpg\" alt=\"Calhau da Lapa\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Rocky beach off the beaten track, accessible by hike (700 steps) or boat.<br\/>The setting is superb, with colorful cliffs and troglodytic fishermen&#8217;s cottages.<br\/>From Funchal: 20 min drive + hike<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Praia de Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Praia-Ilheus-da-Ribeira-da-Janela\/i-KMCsP3w\/1\/FSTjqhzjJdTmsKv63xdb47cCcx3Sjdzjvg4xrvG9s\/L\/Praia_Iheus_Ribeira_Janela_Madeira-7141386-L.jpg\" alt=\"Praia de Ilheus da Ribeira da Janela\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beaches with very large rocks and rocky islets close to the shore.<br\/>And even if you don&#8217;t want to clamber over the huge rocks (at the risk of twisting an ankle), you can climb inside a cliff to a viewpoint.<br\/>From Funchal = 1h drive (near Porto Moniz)<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porto da Cruz Beach<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-da-Cruz\/Town\/i-BwzQSZH\/0\/Ddftv4Q7Pxnmg6fc4B8hnSvbGPRzGTtdrKnGhHdD7\/L\/Porto_da_Cruz_Madeira-8399-L.jpg\" alt=\"Porto da Cruz Beach\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small black pebble beach at the foot of the imposing Penha de Aguia mountain, over 550m high. The views from the waterfront promenade are superb!<br\/>From Funchal = 35 min drive<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jardim do Mar beach (ideal for surfing)<\/h3>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Travel\/Madeira\/4j-Jardim-do-Mar\/i-BtvNccs\/2\/jgHWFwsKkkVp49wQcRMgC29mrmfsNB2w4XRX4G6D\/L\/Jardim_do_Mar_Madeira-7152113-L.jpg\" alt=\"Jardim do Mar seafront promenade\"\/><\/figure>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At Jardim do Mar, we loved the views from the seafront promenade.<br\/>There isn&#8217;t really a beach, but a paved access platform to the sea. However, the area is known as one of Madeira&#8217;s best surfing spots.<br\/>From Funchal = 1h drive<br\/><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-jardim-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Find out more about Jardim do Mar<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">And still more beaches<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And if you want to get even more beach ideas because you want to know everything, there are other pebble beaches:<\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Ribeira Brava Beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-madalena-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Madalena do Mar<\/a> Beach<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/madeiralovers.com\/en\/things-to-do-village-paul-do-mar-visit\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Paul do Mar<\/a> beach (surfing)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Santa Cruz Beach<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other places to swim: natural pools (Porto Moniz, Seixal&#8230;)<\/h2>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/photos.smugmug.com\/Madeira-Lovers\/Porto-Moniz\/Natural-pools\/i-pJD88Td\/1\/kgQTHJ9v8Gc6xTsKrwDXCHMRJwpLpNWdg3k27sWS\/L\/natural_pools_Porto_Moniz_Madeira-8756-L.jpg\" alt=\"Porto Moniz natural pools\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Porto Moniz natural pools<\/figcaption><\/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\">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<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.<\/p>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">See our article on Madeira&#8217;s natural pools (coming soon).<\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When to swim in Madeira<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Summer is the period with the highest temperatures (and the biggest crowds).<br\/>However, the sea around Madeira is quite deep, so it&#8217;s not here that you&#8217;ll find the highest temperatures. You can expect:  <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>17 to 19\u00b0C in spring<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>21 to 23\u00b0C in summer<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>20 to 22\u00b0C in autumn<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>17 to 19\u00b0C in winter<\/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\"><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=\"\"\/><\/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; 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