Balancal

Turipesca

Palheiro Golf

Boa Vista

Strawberry World

Madeira Explorers

"Levada" is a Portuguese word derived from the word "levar" - which means to carry and is roughly translated as "carriageway", but more correctly defined as mini-canal. The mini-canals are irrigation systems developed to distribute water from the rainfall heavy and wet regions on the north of the island to the drier sun parched regions of the south. The water is usually stored in reservoirs or tanks, or captured directly from natural fountains to be redirected and channeled across a wide network of winding canals.

China Town

Manta Diving

"The Atlantic Blue Marlin season in Madeira runs from May to October with the average fish being estimated at around 700 lbs. Past fish records show that approximately one in every ten is the fish of a lifetime, the elusive 1000 llb 'grander'!" It has been said on many occasions that Madeira offers some of the finest fishing grounds for Atlantic Blue Marlin. Fish close to and in excess of 1,000lbs are caught here more than anywhere else in the world.



Looking for a lifetime fishing experience? Then book a day with TURIPESCA, the legendary organization of José and Geny Braz with more than 35 years of experience in big game fishing. The skippers of our boats will take you to one of the best fishing grounds on this side of the Atlantic. The waters of Madeira offer you excellent fishing for big Blue Marlin, Big-Eye Tuna, Blue Fin Tuna, Yellow Fin Tuna, Wahoo, Sharks etc.

Palheiro Golf is situated some 10 km east of Funchal with magnificent views overlooking the town and bay. The 18-hole par 72 course was designed by Cabell Robinson in 1993 and is skillfully set in the estate and parkland of the Quinta do Palheiro. Remarkable for its Bermuda fairways, fast greens and the presence of many spectacular mature trees, the course is a worthy challenge for all handicap levels.

Just a 5 minute car ride from the centre of Funchal, or 20 minutes if you're walking, will bring you into the tranquil setting of Boa Vista Orchids. This former working estate (quinta) is guaranteed to give you an 'all round experience' of the beauty and peacefulness that Madeira has to offer. The gardens include one of the last and oldest remaining systems of walled stairs terracing, as they were back in the 19th century to be found within the close proximity of the city centre.

Luxury air-conditioned business class style touring coaches with unusually generous leg room. Travel in style and comfort on our Half or Full Day island tours with an informative fact filled commentary. All at a price that cannot be beaten! All of our seats are numbered and allocated at the time of booking. Great, if you want to enjoy your tour with friends and family! We fit less seats and offer more leg room than any other tour company in Portugal!

‘A taste of the Orient’ For those of our visitors who enjoy good quality Chinese food there is restaurant in Madeira that is sure to satisfy your requirements. China Town Restaurant which is situated on the first floor of the Monumental Lido Shopping Centre right in the heart of the Lido area, is jointly owned by Hong Huang Ji (otherwise known locally as Julia) and her husband Wen Bin Zhou. Julia is there to welcome you whilst her husband is busy in the kitchens preparing and cooking the excellent dishes.

Manta Diving Center is located in Caniço de Baixo, directly on the bathing resort of the Galo Resort Hotels. The popular diving club can be easily reached with an elevator and is managed by Gabi and Stefan. The diving club is the only base in the underwater national park of Madeira, and only a few steps away from the domestic reef with a large number of fish which you can discover by yourself with dive buddy or with a guide of the diving base.