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The 10 Best Outdoor Activities in Madeira Islands, Madeira Islands
The Madeira Islands are a stunning archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic — a place of lush greenery and rugged mountains 1,000km from the European mainland. where you can hike in the morning, surf in the afternoon, and finish your day in a fine restaurant where the breathtaking view is complemented by unforgettable Mediterranean or traditional Madeira cuisine.
Restaurants in Madeira Islands
1. Vereda Zimbreiros
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5.0 based on 2 reviews
2. Levada Caldeirao do Inferno
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5.0 based on 61 reviews
Reviewed By CaptChaos179 - Winchester, United Kingdom
We planned to do this as an extension of the Caldeira Verde. They final waterfall although not as full and flowing as Verde has it owns charm and their are many delights along the way. It is around 2.5 hours extra on top of the Verde taking photos and a brief lunch stop. The Levada walk has been greatly improved over last year or so, it is there fore not as dangerous as some would have you believe. It does have quite a hard climb half way along (when you get to the railway tracks it is over) One of our group got vertigo on the next bit - the usual drop to the side but still the safety wires but the Levada briefly widens significantly here perhaps making them feel more exposed. If anyone does not want to continue they can admire the views and wait for you to return on the way back. There are many tunnels (but not lower than Verde but wetter and more uneven. The second of the bridges by the two waterfalls in crag between the has dodgy metal planks so you may want to straddle the beams as the planks move a lot, make sounds but didn't give way. You hear these feeder waterfalls from the beginning of a long tunnel building the expectation. The final climb to Inferno is a little rocky but pleasant and you reach your destination. All you have to do is return by the same route. The views and experi noes are even better than the Verde and thinking about men hanging from ropes from the top of the mountain to hack out the Levadas by hand will have you in awe and respect. A bucket list walk
3. CEM - Clube Equestre da Madeira
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5.0 based on 12 reviews
At Madeira Equestrian Club you will find a diversity of activities associated with equestrian practice. The Club has excellent facilities, with large riding stables, well-kept stables and conditions that guarantee the well-being of all horses. Our horses are mainly Lusitanos. It is our goal to promote a harmonious relationship between horse and rider through the different equestrian practices.
Reviewed By KiiraT4
I can recommend CEM with a pleasure for everyone interested in riding! I have had a long break from riding and got a suggestion to try it at CEM again after many years. I took 3 private lessons from Iisa and that was definitely the highlight of my 2 week holiday in Madeira. Iisa is a very professional instructor. She is very patient, supportive and clearly enjoys her job. What made me very happy was that the horses were very well taken care of, the stable and the surroundings were clean. The stable is only about 20minutes from Funchal, so very easy to go to!
4. Levada dos Cedros
5. Madeira Explorers
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4.5 based on 511 reviews
Reviewed By anndannd
I did a "WIND LAGOON - LEVADA DO ALECRIM" walk and it was really fantastic! We were lucky enough to have an excellent bus driver Tony and a great guide Miguel. Miguel provided us with lots of interesting information and cared for our safety and a nice, relaxed atmosphere. The walk itself passed through varied terrain and was a bit demanding at times, but the beautiful views were absolutely worth some effort. I highly recommend!
6. 25 Fontes and Cascada da Risco
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4.5 based on 982 reviews
Reviewed By melissaads - South Africa, null
One of the most beautiful and memorable hiking trails I've done. The vegetation among us is green and the actual 25 waterfalls are with the walk.
7. Quinta das Palmeiras
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4.5 based on 350 reviews
Quinta das Palmeiras is a botanical mini -zoo and mini - garden, which offers its visitors some bird species and a variety of lush plants in a covered area of 5380 m2 . This Thursday generates a sudden patch of green in a dry area west of the airport , and results from Carlos Afonso vision. The oasis that it results is a refuge for many plants and many birds who live in freedom
Reviewed By essexbornandbred - Chelmsford, United Kingdom
We arrived here just before opening, but the owner let us in early ,warned us that the parrots would bite our wristbands off ( yes we should have taken more notice of that !) and even gave us some fish food to hand feed the carp . The two parrots on stands are a bit nippy , so i wouldn't advise letting children hold them , but they are adorable . Many of the birds are free flying , and go in and out of their cages as they wish, or wander freely like the peacocks, peahens and their chicks. We spent just over an hour looking round , the 3 euro entry is a bargain to be honest . If you are enchanted by the porto santo lizards , you will also find them in droves here. Get a good taxi driver and he will give you his card so you can phone him when you want to be picked up if you would rather do this trip independently. Just under 10 euros each way from the Pestana Hotel.
8. Levada Ribeira de Janela
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4.5 based on 145 reviews
Reviewed By PatriciusZ
This one is really easy, but still very nice, good for older people or families with kids but also for easy hikers. Nothing especialy dungerous here, there are some cliffs, waterfalls and the views are very nice.
9. Pico Ruivo do Paul da Serra
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4.5 based on 92 reviews
Reviewed By the_Devilyn - Surrey, United Kingdom
Don't miss out on climbing the Pico Ruivo (make sure you either have transport arranged or do a there-and-back-again walk), it's a fantastic viewpoint all over the island. You're above the clouds, it's sunny and the views are breathtaking. Hiking gear and UV protection is essential.
10. Levada do Castelejo
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4.5 based on 47 reviews
Reviewed By funq1
This is relatively straightforward to get to by bus. This is a lovely walk up and down a valley. The walk is relatively easy to do. The views are great across the valley and so out to sea. At the end of the walk up the valley the path meets the river and it is a great place for a picnic before the return journey along the path.
