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Fanal Forest in Madeira – the ultimate guide for backpackers
The captivating Fanal Forest in Madeira with its beautiful and oddly shaped til trees (Ocotea ...
PR8 Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço Hike in Madeira
Welcome to Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço, a rugged and mysterious landscape that beckons ...
Porto da Cruz: our favourite town in Madeira
If you’re looking for a destination that’s off the beaten path in Madeira, then you’re ...
Botanical Gardens Madeira – A Green Escape in Funchal
Nestled in the heart of Funchal, the capital city of Madeira, lies a botanical wonderland ...
PR11 Vereda dos Balcões in Madeira – a full guide
If you’re looking for an easy but beautiful hike in Madeira, then the PR11 Vereda ...
Achadas da Cruz – the best cable car in Madeira
Are you looking for stunning sky-high views? When looking for things to do in Madeira ...
Madeira Wine Tour: the best wine tasting tours in Madeira
Doing a Madeira Wine Tour should be on your list of activities to do when ...
Levada do Moinho and Levada Nova hike – your full guide
A relaxing trail in the thick of the forest, Levada do Moinho is the perfect ...
Levada das 25 Fontes and Risco Waterfall in Madeira
The name might have given it away but the spectacular Levada das 25 Fontes has, ...
Best beaches in Madeira, Portugal – full guide
Discover the best beaches in Madeira with us, you may be surprised at just how ...
Seixal natural pools in Madeira – a backpacker guide
Giant lush cliffs, water rushing from falls into the sea, thick, dark volcanic rocks, and ...
Porto Moniz natural swimming pools – full guide
Would you take a dip in a volcanic lava pool? The lava-formed sea water at ...
Levada dos Cedros in Madeira (PR14) – a complete guide
Imagine this…you’re hiking through a forest with lush cedars and, off into the distance, you ...
Calhau da Lapa: a full guide to Madeira’s best kept secret
Famous for its crystal clear waters, nearby volcanic cliffs and caves that are hundreds of ...
Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike – Highest Peaks in Madeira
The Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike is hands down the most beautiful in ...
Vereda do Pesqueiro Hike in Madeira – a complete guide
The Vereda do Pesqueiro hike is a hidden gem on Madeira Island. Located off the ...
PR9 Levada do Caldeirao Verde in Madeira – Full Guide
Levada walks are the most popular activity in Madeira. The Levada do Caldeirao Verde and ...
Canyoning in Madeira: the ultimate thrill seekers’ guide
Canyoning in Madeira is THE adrenaline-packed adventure on the island. It combines several outdoor recreational ...
Madeira Travel Guide: everything you need to know
Welcome to our ultimate Madeira travel guide, specifically written for backpackers. Ancient Greek geographers referred ...
50 Best Things to do in Madeira – Ultimate Bucket List
Madeira Island is an autonomous region of Portugal, some 850km from Lisbon, situated off the ...
Best Hostels in Madeira – Visit Madeira on a budget
No matter where the adventure takes us, we all want to make the most out ...
Best Airbnbs in Madeira – Find the most unique stays
If you’re looking for the best Airbnbs in Madeira that are an experience in and ...