Seixal Beach on Madeira Island is a stunning stretch of black sand with an incredible mountain backdrop featuring ridges and waterfalls overlooking the beach! I visited this beach multiple times during my stay on the island and discovered it was one of the best sunrise spots on Madeira. It also has soft black sand, which …
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The Seixal Natural Pools on Madeira Island are an incredible collection of volcanic, lava-rock tidal pools, perfect for swimming and exploring. With giant rock arches, giant caves and lots of rock pools to discover, this free attraction is one of the top things to do on the island. WHERE ARE THE SEIXAL NATURAL POOLS The …
Without a doubt, Madeira is one of the best island destinations in the world. Its dramatic coastline, black sand beaches, and crystal clear waters lure travelers far and wide. And while the mountain trails and levada walks are also stunning, seeing the island from the sea is an unparalleled experience. I based in Madeira for …
The town of Paul do Mar on the southern coast of Madeira is one of the most scenic spots on the entire island. With towering cliffs looking down over the small beach town, it is incredibly picturesque. This Fajã da Ovelha hiking trail starts at one end of the town, climbs up to the ridge …
Hiking up from Curral das Freiras (Nun’s Valley) to Pico Ruivo is a journey for adventurous hikers that takes you on a steep climb to Madeira’s highest peak… and back. The route winds you up through the incline of Nun’s Valley before you burst over the ridge to join the famous ‘Pico to Pico‘ trail …
The Caldeirão do Inferno waterfall hike is one of the best levada walks on Madeira island with lush jungles and several amazing waterfalls! This adventurous levada trail is one of the most popular hikes on the island due to its incredible waterfalls, dense jungle surroundings, and most importantly, it’s relatively flat without too much incline. …
Madeira Island is one of the best travel destinations in Europe. With stunning coastal views, hiking trails for all levels, and rich culture, Madeira has something for everyone. As a result, the island boasts diverse adventure offerings and local experiences for the intrepid traveler. I based in Madeira for six months to explore as much …
Lapas Negras is one of the most epic and also probably up there as one of the steepest trails on Madeira. Located on the coast of Sao Vicente, Lapas Negras leads you directly up the side of a rocky cliff face. It’s a challenging, exposed, and difficult ascent that often seems close to vertical. With …
This was my last full week on Madeira to mark the end of my six month stay on the island. What better way to finish it off than to walk around the entire island, which is exactly what we did. Together with my friends Chris and João, we hiked the Caminho Real 23, which is …
Luck is such an interesting concept. While there will always be an element of chance, the idea of good or bad luck is essentially a false idea. We simply attribute good or bad luck to people and/or situations based on the outcome. However, as a bystander to a certain situation we never take in all …
2020 made it easy to forget that I was a nomad. I mean it’s possible to stop being a nomad but that isn’t what I wanted to do. I was forced to remain stationary for months on end. I then based in Madeira for the last five months to avoid the obstacles of lockdowns, shut-outs, …
It has snowed on Madeira a couple of times now yet each time I have ventured out on a snow trek, it has been cold, raining and I’ve found myself inside a wall of clouds. It’s been fun but my desire to see Madeira’s snow-capped peaks with nice visibility and to dream further, with golden …