Madeira has a fascinating landscape, with its high mountains and deep valleys covered by lush vegetation and colourful flowers. Funchal, the main resort on the island, is on Madeira’s south coast in a beautiful bay washed by the warm waters of the Atlantic Ocean. Serra d'Agua is a small, quiet village in the centre of the island a perfect base for walking Madeira's famous 'levadas', ancient irrigation channels that serve as footpaths. The architecture, food and drink are strongly influenced by the Portuguese colonisation of Madeira in 1418.
Best of Madeira holidays
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Funchal
As a volcanic island, Madeira has impressive, rugged scenery with high mountains and steep sea cliffs. Located in the Atlantic Ocean, the climate varies across the island but is generally warm all year...
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Prazeres
Prazeres is on the south west coast of the island, perched high on the cliff tops. Cliff paths take you down to the shore, where you will find the small fishing villages of Paúl do Mar and Jardim...
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Santana
A new road takes you quickly from the airport to Santana, a small village on the north-east coast of the island. The village centre has the basic amenities you may need during your stay including a small...