Caves tour is another must do things in Madeira. These caves were formed by a volcanic eruption 890,000 years ago. The outer part of the erupted lava which exposed to lower temperatures, solidified quickly but inside the lava continued to flow, and formed a series of lava tubes, which constitute the caves of São Vicente.
The cave centre arranges a multilingual guided tour inside the lava tube. You can walk in those lava tubes during that trip. The caves tour ends at the volcanism centre which offers educational and entertaining audio-visual displays that recreate the geological evolution of the caves, the eruption of a volcano and a recreation of the birth of the Madeira Islands.
These amazing volcanic caves are located on the northern part of Madeira in São Vicente area – almost half an hour drive from Funchal. The place is difficult to reach via public transportat but not impossible. Bus 139 goes to São Vicente Caves from Funchal. It takes almost 3 hours. Other option is yellow bus cave tour. I recommend driving there or book a taxi if you are without car.
Visiting Hour: Every day between 10 am and 6 pm, except 25th December.
I love this so much! All your photos are spectacular but the dolphins and the views from the cable cars are absolutely stunning. I have never been to Madeira but clearly, I need to go as soon as travel is a thing again! Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. This was a great and thorough article.
Madeira looks like such a fun place to visit. I definitely want to walk those trails. I want to see a waterfall that looks like a cauldron.
There’s something for everyone in Madeira! I love the gardens and the natural pool. Seeing the dolphins and whales sounds like a lot of fun too.
Portugal has been on my bucket list for ages. Thanks for sharing. I definitely know where to go now!
There looks like there is tons to do in Madeira! I had no idea really. I love Funchal Old town but to be honest, I would really love hiking the different trails and exploring all the gardens. Of course the several gondolas look truly amazing! That is probably our number 1 favorite thing to do so we can see all the views.
Wow, I didn’t know about this city in Portugal but there are so much to see and do from nature, food, active sports, beautiful scenery, funicular ride to street art – I would love to explore the area some day – Knycx journeying
I want to do the cable car suggestion, so very cool. I want to do bucket list stuff soon!
Oh wow it definitely looks like a paradise! Portugal is included in my bucket list because of its culture, the people and nature. I love that there are a lot of things that we can do in Madeira. This is truly perfect for outdoor lovers and adventure seekers!
I have never heard of Madeira before but after reading your post, I feel like visiting the place for some spectacular views and surfing. Thanks for sharing!
Just looking at those cable cars about gave me a panic attack but everything else looked like a dream!
Great list. It seems to be a great place, would love to visit someday!
Natural swimming pool is so cool. I would just go on trails in the lush green botanical gardens. They look so refreshing. Wish we all can travel like before very soon.
Botanical gardens looks so refreshing and natural swimming pool is so cool.I would spend my time in this beautiful trails.
This is such a great list, they all seem like really fun things to do! I love the cable car the most. Always wanted to do that
really enjoyed my read & viewing the beautiful stunning captures shared here. I wish I can travelling in Madeira one day after the pandemic then. Added it to my to travel list. cheers, siennylovesdrawing
Madeira sure has a lot of beautiful sceneries and fun activities to offer! If I had the opportunity, I would definitely take a ferry to Porto Santo and explore the gardens.