The Real Madeira Guide - and MORE!
The Ultimate Madeira Experience
Welcome to the most complete Madeira guide you’ll ever find.
What if I told you there's one Madeira guide that’s actually written by someone who explored the island every week for 5 years?
I built this guide because I wish I had something like it when I first visited Madeira back in 2015.
You’ll find everything here: the must-do hikes, secret waterfalls, epic sunrise and sunset spots, the best food, plus full-day itineraries for the north coast, west coast, and hidden gems you won’t see on any other guide.
If you notice something missing or want personal tips, message me – I love helping people experience Madeira the way locals do. And if you’re lucky, you might even catch me on a hike I haven’t tracked yet or get a free bonus tip I just discovered.
This guide is made by locals who want you to feel like both a tourist and a local: ticking off the must-sees, but also walking away with stories and photos your friends back home won’t believe.
SUNSET VIEWPOINTS MADEIRA: 🌅 Figo’s Ultimate Madeira Sunset Guide
Capture the best dusk light in Madeira with my curated guide including secret spots you won’t find on every tourist map.
NORTH ROAD TRIP: The Ultimate North Coast Road Trip in Madeira:
15 Unmissable Stops with Local Tips
BONUS HIDDEN GEMS 💎 Madeira’s Hidden Bonus Gems: Secret Spots Even Locals Don’t Talk About
👉🏼 This list is for the curious.
Madeira Hiking Guide for First-Time Tourists – 20 Trails from Easy Levadas to Epic Ridges
Madeira Hiking Guide for First-Time Tourists – 20 Trails from Easy Levadas to Epic Ridges
🍽️ RESTAURANTS: Where to Eat on Madeira – Tried, Tested & Truly Worth It
✅ These are places I’d take my friends to. Or already have
VEGAN + VEGETARIAN - Madeira isn’t the easiest place in the world for vegans or vegetarians.
Tried, tested, and recommended by someone who really cares.
PORTO SANTO - ALL the INFOS that you will need about Porto Santo
Take the Lobo Marinho ferry to Madeira’s golden sister island with zero hassle – here’s how to do it right (and cheaply).
LOCAL FOODIE DAY - Traditional Madeiran Foodie Day Itineraries
Traditional Madeiran Foodie Day Itineraries
📲 Must-Have Apps & Sites Before Landing in Madeira
... here’s my personal shortlist of apps and websites that I actually use — every. single. week.
⚠️ EMERGENCY SERVICES
🚨 Emergency services 🚒 Fire departments 🏥 Health centres 👮 Police services ✈️ Airport & transport contacts
🚘 Do You Really Need a Rental Car on Madeira?
Your call — but don’t let transportation limit your adventure.
🚗 Renting a Car on Madeira – What You Really Need to Know
– What You Really Need to Know
👉🏼 When Should You Really Start Your Hikes in Madeira?
Hike timing in Madeira is an art
🛵 Best Day Trips by Scooter (For Confident Riders Only)
✅ Need a scooter recommendation or want to ride with locals?
🌦️ Understanding Madeira’s Microclimates – The Weather Can Change in 10 Minutes
The Weather Can Change in 10 Minutes