Book Cheap Flights to Madeira

Madeira is most famous for its sweet Madeira wine, but it’s also known for its exotic fruits, nuts and vegetables that can be found on most street corners. Make sure to have it with a drink unique to the island, Poncha.

Though its beautiful beaches call, don’t forget to appreciate something even more spectacular on the island – the hills and mountainous areas. Hiking and taking the cable car up Pico do Arieiro promises beautiful views of Madeira’s capital city and the surrounding areas.

What better, or more exciting way to see the capital city of Madeira, Funchal, than by tobogganing down the curvy hill of Monte? This has been an attraction and means of transportation since the 1850s! Don’t worry though, there are two “drivers”” to guide you down.

Madeira’s second most popular island, Porto Santo is beautiful too. Though small, the beaches and velvety, soft sand make up for it and invite guests to spend their days lounging in the sun. What’s special about this island is that with only a handful of hotels, only a lucky few spend their time there. If visiting Madeira, do yourself a favour and take the 15-minute flight to this European gem.

The Savage Islands, forming part of the archipelago of Madeira are known for their indigenous bird selection and is only inhabited by conservationists and one or two local families. Desertas, the fourth island part of Madeira, is much left unknown and is only home to a selection of wildlife.

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Madeira is a safe island with very few crimes, other than very petty ones reported. It is an all-year-long, top tourist destination so there are always people around. It is always a good idea to be aware of your surroundings and not partake in any dangerous activities, such as cliff jumping into rivers or swimming solo at a deserted beach. Also, some of the hiking trails can be dangerous during the winter time. Do not attempt them on your own.

It is always important to have your vaccines up to date when you are travelling. When visiting Madeira, it is suggested to get a vaccination for hepatitis A, hepatitis B, and rabies. These shots will protect you from unfamiliar food, contaminated water, animal bites and various other bacteria found in the soil. Please consult your doctor about this before your trip.

Depending on your plans in Madeira, you might want to book more than one place on the island for your stay there. Funchal is the capital city and also most central to main attractions. There are various types of accommodation available, depending on your budget. Just make sure to book early as it does get busy over the spring and summer seasons. The areas of Lido and Ribiera Brava are also good options, if you’ll be hiring a car.

Most travellers to Madeira use the bus system in the capital of Funchal as it is reliable and affordable. There are also taxis in the city/town areas which can be hailed form the street.

If you’re planning on doing lots of mountain walking around the island then it might be a good idea to hire a car as not all buses frequent the walking trail routes. To travel to Porto Santo, there is a 45-minute ferry or a 15-minute trip by air.