Flowers and traditions

It’s the day you Arrive to Madeira Island.

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.

Transfer to Cabo Girão where you can enjoy a splendid view, from the promontory Cabo Girão with 580 meters at sea level. Levada do Norte is one of the largest and most important of the Island, crossing a large part of the region. It is a very pleasant and easy trail that can be done all year round because is located in the southern part of the island, where the climate is milder. Along the trail, you will enjoy fantastic views to Câmara de Lobos, Campanário, also observe the green fields, the carefully worked plantations and a set of houses and buildings that form the villages and several species of fauna and flora discover colorful gardens of local houses.

Transfer to Lombada da Ponta do Sol, where the Levada do Moinho (water mill) begins at the forest station of Santa, in Porto Moniz on the North Coast of Madeira Island.

At the beginning of this route, the well-cultivated agricultural land stands out, giving a pleasant view to the hikers.

Among them are the fantastic lush landscapes, endemic flora and fauna, waterfalls and small streams. At the end of the route, you can climb the path that leads to Levada Nova. When you arrive, follow the opposite direction until you reach the imposing waterfall of this Levada. Contemplate the place before returning on the same path.

This trail starts at the viewpoint of Portela, where you can admire the beauty of the villages of Porto da Cruz and Faial, near the imposing rock of Penha d’Águia. The tour continues along the forest road of Serra das Funduras entering the path that leads through the magnificent Laurissilva forest. Along the way through this forest, you can enjoy the extraordinary beauty of the endemic flora and fauna of the island of Madeira. Enjoy nature while walking and enjoy the Arriving at “Casa das Funduras”, a country house that supports the forest activities of the area. Next, to the house, you will find the descent to the Maroços, up to hiker. Along with this descent, you will pass through the traditional poios, which make up this fantastic agricultural landscape, characteristic of this area.

Night: Fado Night Dinner

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.

Free afternoon

We hope you had a Great time with us!