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Walking holidays in Madeira, could be considered incomplete unless the itinerary includes a stay in the neighboring island of Porto Santo. The island of only about 42 square meters, located just under 50 miles northwest of Madeira can be reached by either a 15 minute flight or a more relaxed journey by water in the ferry from Porto Santo. Favored for its tranquility and moderate climate, a trip to Porto Santo is an inclusion of a sentence in all of Madeira walking products.
1. Distinguishable feature of Porto Santo is undoubtedly is long, sandy beach, stretching 9 kilometers from the city of the island, Vila Baleira, all the way to Ponta of Calhleta. With a space as wide for the visitors out, the beach is free from the usual hustle and bustle of the beach, allowing you to completely change and relax. It has long been said that the soft sand of Porto Santo contain properties that can help cure problems such as rheumatism and rickets. Whether the sand that has the power to heal, or total calm that you experience, you will find yourself refreshed and ready to face the rest of their walking holiday in Madeira, after a day at the beach of Porto Ghost.
2. No trip to the beach is complete without a dip in the sea, and what better place to take the step that in Ponta Calheta. End of a walk on the beach with a dip in one of swimming's favorite places on the island, and rejoice in the water, heated by the current of the Gulf Stream. Ponta da Calheta is also a great place to reward their efforts with dinner, or even a well-deserved cocktail.
3. The persistence of oral traditions state that pioneer explorer Christopher Columbus lived on the island of Porto Santo at a time, and the house which is said to have lived is now a museum. Having come to Madeira to work in local sugar trade deals, Columbus married the daughter of the first governor of Porto Santo, and believed that his first son was born on the island. The Museo Casa de Porto Santo Columbus opened to the public in 1989, and provides insight into various explorations and discoveries of Columbus, showing portraits of Columbus himself, and a selection of maps of the different routes that he sailed.
4. The peaks of Porto Santo for a completely different walk in Madeira, lies north of the island, the landscapes quiet a bit easier to walk, but it is no less beautiful. Standing at 516 meters the highest peak of the island is Pico Facho, a viewpoint that was used in order to detect and warn pirates Madeira focus. While this is a slightly more arduous climb along a route on foot quite hard, the view from the summit of Pico Facho do some of the surrounding peaks are particularly special additions for walking holidays in Madeira.
5. Designed by Carlos Alfonso Quintas das Palmeiras botanical gardens add a splash of color to a very arid zone, about 5 km from Vila Baleira. This oasis is a haven of tranquility with roses, hibiscus and many other beautiful plants that will transport you to the peace and serenity. Assistant to the garden is a park full of birds of all kinds of birds from the lowly pigeon to the striking parrot, all flying free around the park. A little paradise where you can surround yourself in nature, these gardens are the perfect escape from a busy itinerary
Neighbor is smaller Madeira, Porto Santo, is perhaps the most pristine part of the Portuguese archipelago. With the beach that extends to the eye can see, you find complete peace and tranquility. So if you want to improve your experience of walking in Madeira, with a little taste of paradise, be sure to include Porto Santo, during his visit.
Tony Maniscalco is the Sales and Marketing Manager for Ramblers Worldwide Holidays. Operating since 1946, they now offer over 250 guided group walking holidays in more than 90 different countries. On walking holidays in Madeira with Ramblers, you can walk the most scenic landscapes at the best value prices.
