Category: Activities

“Madeira Activities” invites you to embark on exciting adventures and experiences on the stunning island of Madeira. Explore lush hiking trails that lead to breathtaking viewpoints, embark on thrilling water sports adventures along the pristine coastline, or immerse yourself in the island’s rich culture through guided tours and traditional activities. Whether you seek outdoor thrills, serene natural beauty, or cultural immersion, Madeira Activities offers a wide range of options to make your visit to Madeira unforgettable. Join us in discovering the hidden gems and vibrant activities that this enchanting island has to offer.

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Madeira Island Ultra Trail

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This is an organization of the Mountain Club of Funchal .Already confirmed are 749 athletes from 24 different nationalities . More info: https://www.miutmadeira.com/en/ The Madeira Island Ultra Trail (MIUT) is more than just a race; it’s an extraordinary journey through some of the most stunning landscapes on Earth. This ultra trail event, held annually on the beautiful island of Madeira, Portugal, attracts trail runners from around the world. This post will delve into the MIUT, exploring its routes, challenges, community spirit, and why it’s a must-experience event for trail running…

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Surf Madeira 2025

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Surfing in Madeira: A Diverse Experience Madeira offers a wide variety of surf spots suitable for all levels of expertise. From the world-class waves of Jardim do Mar to the safe and sheltered Seixal beach, the island’s surf spots are as diverse as they are thrilling. Jardim do Mar: A Unique Long Wave Jardim do Mar is renowned for its unique long wave and north and northwest swells. With waves reaching more than 10 meters high and about 300 meters long, it’s a spot that experienced surfers won’t want to…

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Museum Tour in Funchal – Self Guided

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Museu da Quinta das Cruzes Quinta das Cruzes Museum – Quinta das Cruzes is comprised by an old manor house, garden and chapel. In its garden you will encounter a vast collection of endemic and exotic plant species such as orchids, camphor trees, Australian eucalyptus and palm trees. Museum Tour in Funchal Casa Museu Frederico de Freitas Frederico de Freitas Museum – Former residence of Frederico de Freitas, the Earl of Calçada, whose collections of furniture, sculpture, painting, ceramics and prints are on display. Museu Municipal The Museum of Natural History…

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Quinta das Cruzes Museum

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Quinta das Cruzes is one of the largest “Quintas “with historic tradition in the bay of Funchal, linked to the family of the first Donatory Captain in the late fifteenth, early sixteenth century. A small building, started by Joao Goncalves Zarco (1425-1467?), was increased by his son João Gonçalves da Câmara. This house remained in the family until the mid seventeenth century, moving through marriage alliances, to the Lomelino family until the late nineteenth century. The is now harmonized by major works undertaken in the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. Like…

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Madeira Libraries

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Library/Documentation Center – Contemporary Art Museum The museum has a small library/documentation centre, which is open to whoever is interested. In this documentation centre are gathered publications and editions, like newspapers, catalogues, books, postcards, cut paperwork and magazines, which are common in its main theme, that is, contemporary art. For each artist represented in the museum’s collection it was organised an individual related folder. Regional Public Library The Regional Public Library is a dynamic institution, with an essentially patrimonial and erudite feature but equally accessible to the general population. It…

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Sport Holidays in Madeira Islands – Rappel, Slide and Climbing in Madeira

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Land activities – Rappel, Slide and Climbing Madeira’s volcanic origins and its rugged mountainous relief are a guarantee of adventurous moments. To summit the impressive and magnificent mountains bursting directly from the sea is a memorable conquest for any climber worth his salt. The favoured areas for climbing are the central mountain range, the sea cliffs and some of the northern cliffs. The mild climate of Madeira and Porto Santo Islands is ideal for the practice of all kinds of sports, leisure and outdoors activities, at any time of the…

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Birdwatching Madeira

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Bird Watching in Madeira: A Symphony of Nature’s Wonders Birdwatching is an activity that finds, on Madeira, ideal conditions for its practice, whether being the observation of land or sea birds.Birdwatching is a pleasant way of getting to know, in depth, the elements that make up the unique natural heritage of Madeira. The rich biodiversity of the Madeira Islands, which are considered as a Biogenetic Reserve by the European Union and a World Natural Heritage by UNESCO, allows you to observe native species of Madeira and Macaronesia. So just take…

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Madeira Orienteering Festival 2025

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Land activities – Orienteering Madeira is distinctive, mountainous terrain and the rich diversity of the landscape make it a unique challenge for even the most experienced orienteering enthusiasts. Madeira has been developing its facilities for this sport in the last few years and already has a selection of maps and a large number of fans. The archipelago’s mild climate and excellent hotels have been attracting lots of orienteers from different countries, particularly from Northern Europe, for whom the island is the ideal spot for training. Madeira Orienteering Festival: https://madeiraorienteering.com/?page_id=467&lang=en Sport Holidays in…

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Canyoning Madeira 2025

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Land activities – Canyoning Madeira is the ideal place for extreme sports, thanks also to its singular relief with deep valleys and imposing mountains.Getting down the rivers of Madeira is a way to see undiscovered and untouched parts of the island, while revelling in the exciting journey through transparent waters. During summer the northern rivers are the most appropriate, as the flows are high and there is enough white water to create an exciting challenge.During winter, however, we recommend the streams to the south, with gentler, quieter flows. The mild…

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Golf in Madeira Island – Three excellent golf courses

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Madeira is a popular destination for avid golfers, offering great weather and three excellent golf courses that provide a challenging game, two in Madeira and one in Porto Santo. If you’re looking for a golfing getaway with incredible views and low green fees, look no further than the amazing selection of golf courses in Madeira Island. From championship courses to family-friendly courses, you’ll find plenty of options to challenge your skills while not breaking the bank. Golf in Madeira Island is a great way to experience paradise while playing a…