Madeira is a fabulous destination for adventurers, full of natural attractions, walks, and waterfalls. This article will focus on the 10 most beautiful waterfalls in Madeira, including the most famous ones like Véu da Noiva and lesser-known ones like Garganta Funda. The island of Madeira is a paradise for waterfalls enthusiasts, as we can find …
When we think about Madeira, food may not be the first thing that comes to mind, but the truth is that Madeira has a lot to offer when it comes to food – with a sub-tropical climate, exotic and delicious fruit, and fresh fish. Madeira’s food has characteristics of typical Portuguese cuisine but with a …
Levada do Rei is perhaps the easiest and most accessible of the levadas that takes us to the heart of Madeira’s laurel forest. With about 5 km, this hike starts at the water treatment plant in Quebradas, São Jorge, and ends in Ribeiro Bonito, at the Levada’s source. Ribeiro Bonito and the surrounding area have …
Vereda of Ponta de São Lourenço (PR8) is a completely different hike from the other popular treks in Madeira. It is probably the best-known coastal trail in Madeira and presents us with different landscapes from what we are used to in Madeira. There are no trees on the Ponta de São Lourenço hike – the …
When thinking about what to eat in Madeira the first thing that comes to mind is probably the famous Madeira banana and to drink the no less popular Poncha, but Madeira has so much more to offer. Blessed with fertile soils and a mild climate, Madeira is rich in exotic fruits and sugar cane, not …
