Madeira's Natural Wonders
This collection highlights Madeira’s geological and coastal features: coastal and inland waterfalls fed by mountain streams, lava-formed caves in São Vicente, high sea-view lookouts over Porto Moniz, and two legally designated Special Areas of Conservation protecting the offshore islets of Porto Santo and the Desertas with important seabird colonies and marine habitats.
A Véu da Noiva
Waterfall on Madeira formed by a mountain stream cascading into a narrow ravine; visible from nearby roadside viewpoints.
B 25 Fontes Falls
The 25 Fontes is a group of waterfalls located in Rabaçal, Paul da Serra on Madeira Island.
C Waterfall
Mountain-stream waterfall on Madeira, flowing into a steep valley within the island’s northern slopes.
Garganta Funda
Waterfall located in a deep gorge on Madeira island, originating from local levada and stream systems.
E São Vicente Caves
The São Vicente Caves are caves located in the parish and county of São Vicente, Madeira.
F Miradouro da Santa
Another lookout point that enables you to overlook the town and volcanic pools of Porto Moniz and adjacent Mole islands.
Porto Santo Islets Special Area of Conservation
Protected marine and islet reserve off Porto Santo designated for seabird colonies, endemic plants and coastal marine habitats; statutory conservation status.
Desert Islands Special Area of Conservation
Protected archipelago reserve (Ilhas Desertas) preserving endemic flora, important seabird colonies and marine ecosystems; access is restricted under conservation rules.
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