
How to experience the enchanted misty forest of Fanal
Fanal is one of the truly magical locations in Madeira. This ancient laurel forest in the northwest is regularly enveloped in thick fog, giving it ...

Best hikes in Madeira (4 types of hikes not to miss!)
Madeira is a hiker’s paradise — thanks to well-marked trails, microclimates resulting in varied environments, and the island’s many waterfalls, tunnels, and small waterways known ...

Madeira hikes: Levada do Moinho to Levada Nova
This levada hike is one of our favourites on the island. It’s not as well-trodden as some of the other levada hikes, so you’re more ...

Madeira hikes: Levada das 25 Fontes in Rabaçal
The Levada das 25 fontes hike, officially marked as PR 6, is one of the more popular levada hikes in Madeira. It’s highly scenic and ...