Family Program

It’s the day you Arrive to Madeira Island.

This walk has its beginning near the tunnel of the old road that links Caniçal and Machico and goes through a portion of the southern part of the Island between these two locations.

A journey in which hikers discover a world of cultures and traditions of the island of Madeira, interacting with the people of the land. Along the walk, you will contemplate the scenic beauty of the lands and agricultural plantations, besides the views over the city of Machico.

Transfer to Queimadas Park. On this Levada walk, we lose ourselves in a lush green forest with flowers, green mossy walls, ferns, and waterfalls. You will discover one of the most spectacular Levadas on the island, with impressive canyon valleys, the origin of the Laurissilva vegetation (Unesco World Heritage).

This Levada is an impressive work of art built in the XVIII Century, which crosses abrupt cliffs and mountains and transports the water that flows from the highest mountains of the island. Along the way, you will pass through 4 tunnels excavated by hand, until arriving at the waterfall formed lake of the Caldeirão Verde at 100mt. After resting and delighting in this spectacular natural landscape it is time to go back and down to the Ilha parish.

An extraordinary experience to Santo da Serra, 900m high, by the secret paths of the island of Madeira.

Departure from the Bay D’ Abra. Discover a walk of minerals, dikes and stunning colors. The peninsula is classified as a partial natural reserve and the Desembarcadouro Islet, an integral natural reserve.

Before climbing to the end of the trip you can view the ‘Deserted Islands’ as well as the island of Porto Santo. Finally, take a rest in the Sardinhas House (name of the family of the old owners) and dive in the bay of the Sardinhas.

This tour, starts at Achada do Teixeira and reaches Pico Ruivo at 1862 mt, the highest peak on the island. From here you can enjoy an extraordinary view of the whole island. Back to Achada do Teixeira, time to visit a natural figure in basaltic rock, the “Standing Man”.

Stop in Santana to visit the famous traditional houses.

Depart in the morning directly to Mercado dos Lavradores (Farmers Market) discover a world-flavored, color, tropical fruits, vegetables, island fish and artisanal shops.

After this discovery follows to the oldest and most emblematic streets in Funchal, Santa Maria Street that has been “born again” with its painting doors and the commercial life it has.

Ascent to the cable car To Monte, where you can visit one of the most visited Churches of the island, the Igreja do Monte from XIX century.

Before lunch, an adventure with the lively descent to the Livramento, in the famous wicker baskets, once used as means of transport of the local people.

Lunch

Catamaran tour

A trip of 3 hours, to sail along the south coast Madeirense.

You can even have the opportunity to see up close, dolphin, whales, and giant tortoises. Near to Cabo Girão, you still have time for a swim in a contagious blue sea.

We hope you had a Great time with us!