MADEIRA ISLAND
One of the most beautiful islands in the world, Madeira is a place of unforgettable scents and irresistible flavors – exotic fruit, Madeira wine and so much more. With a varied coast and landscape – as different from north to south as from east to west – it is a place where flowers of rare beauty, indigenous flora, local cuisine and traditional embroidery continue to enchant any visitor.
RECOMMENDED TOURS
HOTELS
PESTANA CASINO PARK
Elegance and comfort in the heart of an exceptional setting
MELIÀ MADEIRA MARC HOTEL
A haven of luxury and relaxation in the heart of Madeira, with breathtaking ocean views and refined service
VILA BALEIRA
An exceptional stay blending luxury and authenticity in the heart of Madeira
DOM PEDRO MADEIRA
Elegance and relaxation with breathtaking views
MADEIRA EXPERIENCES
WHAT TO DO IN MADEIRA
There is a large relief map of Madeira when you arrive at Funchal Airport. You will see Funchal on the map and then pinpoint other places you have read about. What the map doesn’t tell you is just how varied the island is and how much the island has to offer.
FUNCHAL CABLE CAR
Many choose to arrive at the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens via the famed Funchal cable car, which follows an old steam railway line route to whisk you up a scenic hillside to Madeira’s elevated suburb of Monte. As well as transporting you to the gardens, the cable car also deposits you at yet another famous and not to be missed adventure: the popular Madeira basket toboggan ride.
DOLPHIN & WHALE WATCHING
Madeira is one of the best locations in the world for dolphin and whale watching. There are about 80 species of cetaceans worldwide, and you can see 29 of these in Madeira year-round. There is a 90 per cent chance that you will see at least 1-2 species of dolphins, which will playfully swim around the boat, and, if you are lucky, you may even come across a family of whales. Make sure you take your camera, suncream and a waterproof jumper.