8-Day Nature Itinerary in Madeira

1. Day 1: Pico do Arieiro
   1 hour (11 miles) from Funchal

   Hike to the third highest peak in Madeira with breathtaking views along the way.

2. Day 2: Ribeiro Frio
   30 minutes (12 miles) from Pico do Arieiro

   Visit the trout farm and take a walk on the levada surrounded by the green fauna of Madeira.

3. Day 3: Ponta de São Lourenço
   30 minutes (12 miles) from Ribeiro Frio

   A spectacular walk on a peninsula with sea views, great for birdwatching.

4. Day 4: Funchal Municipal Garden
   30 minutes (11 miles) from Ponta de São Lourenço

   Explore various exotic plants in this beautiful botanical garden located in the heart of Funchal.

5. Day 5: Laurissilva Forest
   1 hour (26 miles) from Funchal Municipal Garden

   Walk in the ancient forest, a UNESCO site that showcases the unique species of flora and fauna of the island.

6. Day 6: Cabo Girão
   45 minutes (16 miles) from Laurissilva Forest

   Admire the panoramic views from the second highest sea cliff in the world, enjoy a coffee at the glass balcony or paraglide over the ocean.

7. Day 7: Levada do Caldeirão Verde (Caldeirão Verde Walk)
   1 hour 15 minutes (31 miles) from Cabo Girão

   A challenging hike, but worth the stunning waterfalls, landscapes, and tunnels.

8. Day 8: Porto Santo Beach
   4 hours (43 miles) from Levada do Caldeirão Verde

   Take a day trip to the golden sandy beach, enjoy some sunbathing and a swim in the crystalline waters.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Pico do Arieiro (3 hours, free)
• Ribeiro Frio (2 hours, 8 euros)
• Ponta de São Lourenço (2-3 hours, free)
• Funchal Municipal Garden (1-2 hours, 5 euros)
• Laurissilva Forest (3-4 hours, 10 euros)
• Cabo Girão (2-3 hours, free)
• Levada do Caldeirão Verde (5-6 hours, free)
• Porto Santo Beach (full day, boat ticket: 50 euros/person)
Total Estimated Costs: 73 euros/person

Useful Tips

If you have more time, explore the picturesque towns of Santana, Camara de Lobos, and Ponta Delgada. For wine lovers, visit the vineyards in Câmara de Lobos and the Madeira Wine Museum. If you have less time, skip the levada walks and the beach trip.