Ferry madeira to canary islands: A new ferry line between Tenerife and Madeira, plus the Algarve
Azores, Cape Verde, Madeira, Canary Islands – Llywindatravels 2022
I am a big fan of islands, and looking toward Europe from Canada, I found several islands out in the Atlantic that I’d like to visit, including the Azores out in the center of the ocean, and three groups off the coast of Africa, the Republica of Cabo Verde, Madeira, and the Canary Islands. These were all identified by Europeans during the 1400s, when the explorers we learned out in grade school, including Prince Henry the Navigator, took voyages of exploration into the unknown Atlantic. Portugal dominated the seas and world exploration at that time, and today the Azores and Madeira are still overseas provinces of Portugal. The Republica de Cabo Verde was a Portuguese colony, but is now independent. The Canary Islands are a province of Spain.
What these islands have in common other than their Iberian ancestry, is delightful climate. Even the Azores, that appears to be out in the North Atlantic, has a range of mild annual temperatures that don’t fall below freezing and rarely reach 80oF. Distance is the issue for visitors to the Azores, since flights are long, though there are direct flights from Boston–Wait! We should not go there yet.
Needless to say, our beach combing would be interesting on any of these islands. Advice for people visiting the Azores is to pick one or two places to visit among the nine major islands, as transport between islands is costly. I’d like to visit one of the smaller islands by ferry, just for the experience. My choices would be shaped by which airport we landed at, as Ponta Delgada, one of the major cities, is on the eastern edge of the group, and the only island nearby is tiny Vila do Porto. There is a ferry that takes about five hours. If our plane landed on Lajes, in the central group of islands, there are nearby islands that could be visited easily by ferry. Festivals on the Azores tend to be related to religious holidays, with processions and flower bedecked displays. These largely take place between Easter and the end of August. Carnival is another event celebrated on all these islands. Folk dancing and colorful costumes are traditional, and embroidery is a widespread local craft. Visiting during Carnival, Easter, or Christmas might be more crowded, but there would be lots of good things to see.
A ten dollar stamp from the Republica de Cabo Verde designed by the ecology-minded Austrian artist Hundertwasser.
Our next stop might be Republic of Cabo Verde, off the coast of Africa near Senegal. The best time to visit is in January and February, when the temperature mostly stays below 80oF and there is scant or no rainfall. Most of the annual rain falls during September, a month that might be better elsewhere. I first learned of Cabo Verde as a young stamp collector. Small countries used to issue beautiful commemorative stamps as a way to make money. Collectors all over the world would pay for unused individual stamps, blocks of stamps, or stamped envelopes (First day of issue covers). There are some gorgeous ones by well known artists.
Like many island groups, Cabo Verde has a number of endemic bird species (found only in this place) that would give us new challenges in our bird watching. As you can imagine, there is plenty of seafood, and even a small wine industry, which we would do our best to support. A good reason to support Cabo Verde by visiting is the fact that the country has made strides in decreasing poverty and building a strong economic foundation. About 30% of its electricity now comes from wind farms, and there is probably more to come.
Republica de Cabo Verde
Moving north, Madeira is a single large island and three much smaller islands off the coast of Morocco. There’s a choice to be made in visiting. The three warmest months are June, July, and August, when rainfall is lowest, with average high temperatures around 80oF. However, recent record high temperatures in these months reach 100oF, so you might want to accept more rainfall for a month with milder weather, perhaps during April or May when there is just over an inch of rain. The other months average three or more inches of rain, so take your umbrella.
I had no idea that Madeira was so popular with cruise ships. Madeira is the most-visited place in Portugal for cruise ships, more than Lisbon. Half a million visitors a year disembark from cruise ships. They go on walks that border an extensive series of canals, they taste Madeira wine, and eat a fusion of Portuguese and local cooking. There is even a colorful endemic bird to look for, the Madeira firecrest. I think that it must get crowded in Funchal, the main city and port, so I’d look for a rental house somewhere outside the city.
A namesake of the Canary Islands?
Last, but far from least, is the Spanish group of islands. The Canary Islands may be the best known of all these Atlantic destinations, as they are very close to the coast of Morocco and have been known for hundreds of years. The name for the islands comes from the Latin word “canis” for dog, as dogs were mentioned in connection by Pliny and other early writers. There is even a breed of dog from this region, the Presa Canario, a big dog formerly for fighting, not birdlike at all. Canary birds are named after the islands, not the other way around.
There are eight main islands in this group, many more smaller islands, and a number of unoccupied but mapped “rocks”. The population is over two million, mostly on two islands, Tenerife and Gran Canaria. Described as having “long, hot summers and mild winters,” there is almost no rainfall May through August. It’s no wonder that the Canary Islands are popular with European vacationers and retirees. This is another big cruise ship stop, and the cities may get crowded, but there are lots of places outside the two capital cities, Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. I’m sure we could find a wonderful spot for a month.
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I am a retired archaeologist and I like to travel, especially to places where you can walk along the shore or watch birds. My husband Jonathan and I travel for more than half the year every year, seeing all the places that we haven’t gotten to yet.
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How To Reach Madeira (2022)
Planning A Trip To Madeira? Here are some guidelines on how to reach Madeira
Madeira is a Portugese island-city 850 km away from the rest of the country. It is surrounded by the gigantic Atlantic Ocean and enjoys stunning natural beauty due to its isolated geographical location. It is best reached via air or ferry as it is not connected via road or rail to the rest of Portugal. The 2 main airports are Santa Cruz and Vila Baleira Airport which have a good frequency of flights with most of the other significant cities in and around Portugal and the rest of Europe. The Funchal Port is the focal point for most of travel via ferry. This form of transportation is however seasonal and during the monsoon the routes are closed due to the erratic sea levels and intensity. Getting around locally is also easy, with taxi and bus services from the airports and port areas making it highly convenient to get into the island city. To learn more about the best ways to reach, check out the article below.
By Air
Photograph by https://www.madeira-web.com
The best way to reach the island of Madeira is via a 90 minute flight from Lisbon. Madeira Airport is reasonably well-connected to multiple cities in and around Portugal and even a few, select parts of Europe. The airport is located in the capital city of Funchal. The journey from the airport into the city is around 15 to 20 minutes are there are multiple taxi and bus services for visitors to choose from.
By Road
Photograph by https://www.madeira-web.com
Being an island city, Madeira is not connecting highway system to the rest of Portugal, meaning it is only possible to reach via sea or air. However, on reaching Madeira Airport or Funchal Port, there are several public and private taxi and bus options for visitors to choose from. The journey from the airport into the city is hardly 15 to 20 minutes. The local bus services are extremely affordable and take visitors in and around the city.
By Rail
Photograph by https://www.portugalvisitor.com
Unfortunately there is no railway system connecting the island of Madeira with the rest of Portugal. Other than catching a flight, the only way to actually reach this destination is via a ferry or boat to the island. There are more than a few commercial ferries travelling to Madeira and back during season. The Port of Funchal is the major city port and is well-connected to various other Portugese and European ports. Tickets can be purchased online or in-person.
Getting Around
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The island can be scaled locally via a number of affordable and efficient ways. There are bike and scooter rental services that tend to be popular. However, rental prices and availability tends to vary based on the tourist concentration in Madeira. Additionally, there are local taxi and bus services galore for visitors to choose from. Additionally, certain parts of the island city are best scaled on foot.
How to get from São João de Madeira to the Canary Islands
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Private transfer to Porto, plane to Gran Canaria
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Travel time 43 min. Fare from €50 Distance 51 km.
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Fly to Porto (OPO) from Gran Canaria Airport (LPA).
Travel time 2 hours 45 minutes Fare from €45
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Take the Global Las Palmas bus at the Aeropuerto Telde stop.
Travel time 25 min. Fare from €1 Distance 12 km.
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Travel time 26 min. Distance 10 km.
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Travel time 2 hours 40 minutes Fares from €90
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Get off at Tenerife (TFN).
389 m walk from Tenerife (TFN) to Luna Llena.
Travel time 5 min. Distance 389 m.
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Travel time 4 min. Distance 3 km.
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Travel time 2 hours 40 minutes Fare from €55
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Take the Titsa bus at the Aeropuerto Tenerife Sur stop.
Travel time 17 min. Fare from €3 Distance 17 km.
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Travel time 4 hours 35 minutes Fare from €45
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Take the IC Bus Lanzarote at the Arrecife Airport Terminal 1 stop.
Travel time 22 min. Distance 10 km.
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1103 m walk from Santiago de Compostela to Santiago de Compostela.
Travel time 13 min. Distance 1 km.
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Travel time 15 min. Distance 16 km.
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1136 m walk from Santiago de Compostela airport to Santiago de Compostela (SCQ).
Travel time 13 min. Distance 1 km.
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Travel time 2 hours 45 minutes Fares from €35
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Get off at Tenerife (TFN).
0 m walk from Porto Airport to Porto (OPO).
Travel time 5 min. Distance 0 m.
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Travel time 4 min. Distance 0 m.
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Train to Lisbon, plane to Gran Canaria
Take the FlixBus bus at Sao Joao da Madeira stop.
Travel time 50 min. Fare from €5 Distance 46 km.
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Take the Aveiro train at Comboios De Portugal station.
Travel time 2 h 1 min. Fare from €19 Distance 266 km.
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Travel time 6 min. Distance 3 km.
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Fly to Porto Airport from Porto Airport (OPO).
Travel time 2 hours 20 minutes Fare from €80 Distance 0 m.
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Take the Global Las Palmas bus at the Porto Airport stop.
Travel time 25 min. Fares from €1 Distance 0 m.
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Travel time 6 hours 11 minutes Distance 637 km.
Get off at Huelva.
Embarque no ferry Fred Olsen no porto de Huelva.
Travel time 37 hours 30 minutes Distance 1398 km.
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Travel time 8 min. Distance 8 km.
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Train, bus, car ferry
Take the FlixBus bus at the Porto Airport stop.
Travel time 50 min. Fare from €5 Distance 0 m.
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Take the Aveiro train at the Comboios De Portugal station.
Travel time 5 hours 2 minutes Fare from €40 Distance 567 km.
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Get off at Faro.
Take the Rede Expressos bus at the Faro stop.
Travel time 1 h 45 min. Fare from €9 Distance 111 km.
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Travel time 16 min. Distance 16 km.
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Embarque no ferry Fred Olsen no porto de Porto Airport.
Travel time 37 hours 30 minutes Distance 0 m.
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Travel time 8 min. Distance 0 m.
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Train, car ferry
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Travel time 17 min. Fare from €13 Distance 13 km.
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Get off at Ovar.
Take the Ovar train at Comboios De Portugal station.
Travel time 1 h 44 min. Fare from €14 Distance 194 km.
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Take the Entroncamento train at the Comboios De Portugal station.
Travel time 2 hours 50 minutes Fare from €12 Distance 174 km.
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Take the Badajoz train at the Renfe Viajeros station.
Travel time 4 hours 7 minutes Fare from €21 Distance 298 km.
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Take the Puertollano train at the Renfe Viajeros station.
Travel time 3 hours 13 minutes Fare from €27 Distance 412 km.
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Get off at Cadiz.
Embarque no ferry Naviera Armas S. A. no porto de Cadiz.
Travel time 34 h. Fare from €95 Distance 1300 km.
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Travel time 8 min. Fare from €8 Distance 8 km.
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Bus, car ferry
Take the Rede Expressos bus at the S Joao Madeira stop.
Travel time 35 min. Fare from €4 Distance 26 km.
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Get off at Albergaria Velha.
Take the ALSA bus at the Albergaria stop.
Travel time 12 hours 15 minutes Fare from €60 Distance 808 km.
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Get off at Sevilla.
Take the ALSA bus at the Sevilla stop.
Travel time 1 h 45 min. Fare from €11 Distance 122 km.
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Embarque no ferry Naviera Armas S.A. no porto de Porto Airport.
Travel time 34 h. Fare from €95 Distance 0 m.
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Travel time 8 min. Fares from €8 Distance 0 m.
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What is the cheapest way to get from São João de Madeira to Canary Islands?
org/Answer”>The cheapest way to get from São João de Madeira to Canary Islands is by train, bus, car ferry. The trip will cost approximately €84. Travel time will be 48 hours 32 minutes.
What is the fastest way to get from São João de Madeira to the Canary Islands?
Private transfer to Porto, plane to Gran Canaria is the fastest way to get from São João de Madeira to the Canary Islands. Tickets cost around €96. The trip will take 6 hours 23 minutes.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is an amazing place for tourists to visit. There is so much to do in this city that it’s hard to know where to start. Among the best places to visit in Las Palmas are the Cathedral, the Market Square and the beaches. If you’re looking for a more adventurous experience, you can explore the rainforest or go hiking in the mountains. Whatever you decide to do in Las Palmas, be sure that you will enjoy your time!
From São João da Madeira
- São João da Madeira → Sao Miguel (Azores)
- São João da Madeira → Canary Islands
- São João da Madeira → Porto Moniz
- São João da Madeira → Santa Cruz de Tenerife
- São João da Madeira → Covilha
- São João da Madeira → Porto
- São João da Madeira → Faro
To Canary Islands
- Alicante → Canary Islands
- Prague → Canary Islands
- Kaliningrad → Canary Islands
- Mallorca → Canary Islands
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Madeira is the birthplace of footballer Ronaldo.
We have all heard about such a great football player – Cristiano Ronaldo. You have heard about him, even if you are not fond of football. Do you know where he was born? In Portugal, and specifically in Madeira lost in the Atlantic Ocean, the city of Funchal. It is truly considered one of the most beautiful and picturesque places on Earth. One of its main features is being lost and isolated from the world, but tourists do not consider this a minus – on the contrary, a virtue.
Previously, large quantities of sugar cane were produced here. Then wine. Now Madeira is the most popular tourist destination for travelers from all over the world.
Geographic location.
Madeira is remote from civilization in the literal sense. The island itself is located in the north of the Atlantic, on the Madeira archipelago of the same name. It also includes the island of Porto Santo, located to the northeast of Madeira. Another archipelago – Ilyash-Dezertash is located to the southeast. It is also worth mentioning the uninhabited islands of the Selvagens archipelago, very remote south of Madeira. The main island is 1000 km from Portugal and 520 km from Africa. The area is 801 km 2 . Madeira is an autonomous region of Portugal. The capital is Funchal. The main island is the top of an extinct volcano. It has not erupted for about 6 thousand years.
History of the autonomous region.
The story begins with the discovery of Madeira by the Portuguese navigator João Zarco. It happened between 1418 and 1420. In 1419, his ship got into a storm and was driven back to the island of Porto Santo – “Holy Port”. So named for salvation from a shipwreck. Already in 1420-1425 began to be actively settled. In 1433 the island of Madeira was marked on the map. This is one of the first Great geographical discoveries.
The first settlers were mostly prisoners, people from poor families, the younger nobility. They were faced with the task of mastering agriculture here. First, they had to cut down the dense forest of Monteverde and dig channels, since in some parts of the island there was an excess of moisture, and in others there was a lack. The first successful result was the cultivation of wheat. Local vegetables and fruits, fish were the main diet of the colonists.
Climate.
The climate is favorable, Mediterranean. Nearby are the currents of the Canary and Gulf Stream, which define it. The difference in temperature between winter and summer is minimal. There is more rainfall in the north than in the south. T in July +21 °С, T in January +16 °С.
What to see in Madeira.
What is worth seeing in Madeira are its natural parks:
- Parque Florestal das Queimadas. Surrounded by laurel forest. It is an ideal place for a picnic and nature watching.
- Parque natural do ribeiro frio madeira. Here you can observe the mountain nature, flora and fauna of beautiful Madeira. This park has an observation deck to take beautiful and memorable photos.
- Porto moniz natural swimming pools. These are natural sea pools. the main feature is that you will be surrounded by solidified lava. It is better to swim earlier, as the sun sets later in the north of Madeira.
Madeira Museums.
Madeira has a large number of cultural and historical museums. List of some of them:
- Museu de Arte Contemporânea da Madeira. This contemporary art museum is one of the largest in Madeira. The area is 1811 m². In addition, the museum has a library, auditoriums for various events.
- Story Center Museum. This is a modern historical museum located in Funchal. In it you can see the whole history of Madeira from and to. There will also be an opportunity to feel the atmosphere of different times through sounds and smells.
- Palacio de Sao Lourenco. This is the first settler fort in Madeira. Previously, this fortress served two functions: the residence of the representative of the king and a military fort. Now the military department and the representative of the government of Portugal are located here.
What to see near Madeira (1-2 days).
First of all, you should go to the island of Porto Santo. Only Morocco and the Canary Islands are closer, but they are sooo far from Madeira. So let’s look at Porto Santo. It is located in the northeast of Madeira Island. Removed from it by 43 km. Porto Santo is quite small: only 11 km long and 6 km wide. But despite this, it even has its own airport Porto Santo. There are two ways to get there: plane and ferry. Let’s analyze each of them.
By plane you can fly from Lisbon or from Funchal. These are regular flights. From Funchal, the flight takes about 15-25 minutes.
Ferry from Funchal. It all depends on the season: there can be from 1 to 3 flights per day. Swimming time – 2 hours 15 minutes. The cost is about the same as that of an airplane. Now let’s talk about movement and sights.
There is no public transport here, so you have to rent a car or a scooter. Experienced tourists say that the best option here is a scooter, as the island is small. Let’s talk about beaches.
- If you look at the map, you will see a long stretch of beach. De facto this is one beach, but it is divided into sections. The length is more than 9 km. It is worth considering that this is the ocean, and there will always be waves. But the water itself is pure and transparent. The water temperature is approximately 23 °C.
- Lovers of solitude will find the wild Praia do Zimbralinho beach suitable. He “hid” in the rocks. The water here is calm and calm. But the bottom is rocky.
- Praia de Porto De Frades is located in the east of Porto Santo. It is wild – suitable for romantics and lovers of solitude. Beach with pebbles and sand.
Places to visit in Madeira:
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- House of Christopher Columbus. It is located in the city of Vila Baleira. The museum presents models of sailboats, dishes, clothes, maps and much more. The history of the colonization of Porto Santo is shown.
- Pico do Castelo lookout point. In the 16th century, a fortress was built on this site to protect against ill-wishers. The ancient cannon located here is directed towards the Atlantic.
- West of Porto Santo Airport there is a wonderful oasis of Quinta das Palmeiras. This is both a zoo and a botanical garden. Walking in this paradise, you watch the gorgeous vegetation and animals. Here you can hide from the sun in shady paths.
- In the south of Porto Santo there is an unusual observation deck Pico de Ana Ferreira. At an altitude of 283 meters, a wonderful view of the ocean and islands opens up. But the main highlight are the basalt columns.
Food, best restaurants in Madeira.
The cuisine is mainly Portuguese, but with its own twists and turns. After all, the island was isolated, so local dishes were formed here, combined with the best traditions of Portuguese cuisine. The food here is simple, tasty and satisfying. Most tourists eat breakfast in hotels, as there are almost no three meals a day. Others cook on their own in the apartment. There are also CFS and McDonald’s. Below will be presented the top best restaurants with contacts and addresses.
- As Vides . It would seem that this is an unremarkable restaurant, but locals say that local dishes are best prepared here, and specifically, Eshpetada barbecue. Address: R. Da Achada 17, 9325-017 Madeira Island. Phone: +351 291 945 322.
- Restaurante Cachalote . This is a restaurant with adequate and affordable prices. The cuisine mainly consists of seafood. its main highlight is the view of natural lava pools and the fact that part of its walls is a rock. The restaurant also houses the Whaling Museum. Address: Cachalote restaurant Rua do Forte de São João Baptista 9270-150 Porto Moniz. Phone: +351 291 853 180.
- The Ritz Madeira . This restaurant attracts tourists with its snow-white old facade, light and live music. They say that the best desserts in Funchal are served here, and specifically ice cream. But there are lunches and breakfasts too. Address: Av. Arriaga 33, 9000-045 Funchal, Portugal. Phone: +351 291 281 405.
- A Traineira . Tourists say that the main advantage of the restaurant is the food. They serve the freshest and most delicious fish. As well as local white wine. The disadvantages include the interior. Address: Rua Dom Franscisco Santana, Edificio Varandas Mar loja 1 e 2, 9125-031 Canico, Portugal. Phone: +351291935170.
About parking in Madeira.
On the island of Madeira, you can travel by rented cars or by regular buses. The international car rental system Bookingautos offers car rental from economy to comfort class at an affordable price. You can rent on the official website bookingautos.com.
Madeira has paid and free parking, as well as the same underground in shopping centers. There are 4 types of parking: for the disabled (yellow line), for local residents (white with the letter M), paid (blue line) and free (white line). Non-locals are not allowed to park in local and handicapped parking lots. For this, your car will be taken to a parking lot. For paid parking, payment is made through parking meters, but in small change. After payment, you are given a coupon, which is better to put on the “torpedo” of the car for a better view through the windshield. On Saturdays after 14:00, on Sundays and public holidays, many parking lots are free. Below you will find parking lots (paid and free), as well as their addresses.
- The Forum shopping center has free parking for an hour, but for those who bought goods from 10 euros. You need to show your receipt to get a ticket. Address: Estrada Monumental 390, 9004-568 Funchal, Portugal.
- Parking in the La Vie shopping center operates under the same conditions. Address: Rua Dr. Brito Camara 9, 9000-039 Funchal, Portugal.
- At Madeira Shopping, underground parking is always free. Address: Caminho Santa Quiteria 45, 9024-501 Funchal, Portugal.
- Parking lot. Parking costs 90 cents per hour. Address: R. Jaime Moniz 1, 9060-343 Funchal, Portugal.
Good to know
Most Popular Agency Enterprise |
Most popular car class Mini |
Average price 2944 rub / day |
Best Offer 2061 rub / day |
Estimated cost for 7 days rental in Madeira:
January
7632 RUB
February
7693 RUB
March
9651 RUB
April
13652 RUB
May
13319 RUB
June
003
19920 RUB
July
26834 RUB 9000
* The average cost of renting a car in Madeira is for seven days. The data is calculated based on car bookings for the previous 365 days.
Percentage showing the monthly occupancy of the available vehicle fleet. During August, there is a maximum demand for car rental, which entails a decrease in the range of cars available for order. The higher the workload, the earlier you should take care of booking a car in Madeira, this will allow you to get the preferred option on the most favorable financial terms.
The best time to rent a car in Madeira is November. This month, rental prices are minimal, below the annual average by 34%, and start from 2051.69 RUB for a class car Compact .
The highest demand for car rental occurs in summer. The cost increases, on average, by 30-50% and the choice of available cars is significantly reduced. For example, in July, the average price for the popular Madeira model Mercedes C Class is 2051.69 RUB per day.
Convertibles are in high demand in Madeira during the summer. This is not surprising. After all, a trip on such a car gives a feeling of freedom and independence, allows you to relax and forget about the problems of the world around you. Although you should be prepared for an increase in rental prices and possible problems with the range of available cars. If we talk about the price of VW Beetle Cabrio , then the cost of ordering such a car will be from 3389.75 RUB for 1 day.
The most popular car models in Madeira
Mini
Fiat 500
1160 RUB / day
mini
Citroen C1
1249 RUB / Day
Compact
Ford Fiesta 9000 RUB / Day
9000 FORD FORD FORD FOCUS 9000 FORD FOCUS day
Estate
Opel Astra Estate
2498 RUB / day
Standard
Audi A4
2855 RUB / Day
4×4
BMW X1
2944 RUB / Day
ESTATE
FOXUSUS ESTATE
2944 RUB / Day
STANDARD
MERCEDES CL Day
Business
BMW 5 Series
4014 RUB / Day
Minivan
Ford Tourneo
4906 RUB / Day
Convertible
BMW 4 Cabrio
5798 RUB / day0003
Business
Audi A6
6244 RUB / Day
Convertible
Audi A5 Cabrio
6690 RUB / Day
9000 Minivan
Mercedes Vito
7136 RUB / DAY
Nearby locations
Closest airports
Nearest cities
Funchal
2. 4 km / 1.5 miles
Prices by car class
4x
2x
A/
3x
mini
Citroen C1
1249 RUB/Day
9000 4x
2x
A/
9000 4X
Compact
FIRD FIISTA 9000 9000 RUB / day
5x
3x
A / C
4x
Standard
Audi A4
2855 RUB / Day
9000 5x 9000 4x
A / C
9000 5X
ESTATE
FORD Foxus Estate
2944 RUB / day
4x
3x
A /
5x
4×4
BMW X1
2944 RUB / Day
9000 4X 9000 3X
A / C 9000 4X
BUSYNESS
BMW 5 Series
4014 RUB / day
8x
4x
A /
5x
Minivan
Ford Tourneo
4906 RUB / day
2x
Convertible
BMW 4 Cabrio
5798 RUB / day
We have the largest selection of car rentals in Madeira. What do we offer?
- Brand new cars in 2022.
- Auto of any class from budget to premium.
- Wide range of models: convertibles, sedans, SUVs, station wagons, minivans.
When calculating the rental price for a car in Madeira, seasonal demand, the class of the car itself and the duration of the rental are taken into account. In winter, renting a car is the cheapest. In the summer, rent will cost an order of magnitude more expensive.
An additional discount for long-term rentals is provided by many distributors, which makes the treatment even more profitable for the budget. For example, you can rent a compact and popular among customers model Opel Corsa in the spring months for only 2051.69 RUB per day. Renting the same car for a week will cost less and will amount to only 1338.06 RUB (the price is indicated for a day of use).
The situation is similar with other models of the budget segment. Among them
In recent years, demand for electric rental cars has been growing steadily in Madeira. Their popularity is due to the presence of numerous free parking lots and recharging stations. You can rent Hyundai Ioniq in Madeira by selecting the car you need in the search filter, selecting the rental start and end dates.
Documents required for car rental
Driving license
Credit card
Voucher
Passport
International driver’s license
required
Tips for renting a car in Madeira
Upload the desired area to Google maps for offline access
Having an offline navigator saves on roaming. All you have to do is download the maps you need from Google Maps and get directions even without a network connection. To do this, enter the phrase “OK MAPS” in the application, select the desired area and download offline maps to your smartphone.
Early Booking Discount
Madeira is a popular holiday destination and car rental service is in great demand here. Therefore, it is recommended to book a car in advance. When booking online, you know exactly which car, for what price and under what conditions you will receive in Madeira. The main advantage of early booking is the cost savings. The less time left before the start of the rental, the more the cost of the rental becomes. The optimal time for booking in rental companies is 6 weeks before receiving the vehicle. If you book early, two days before receiving the car, you can cancel the order without any penalties.
Which car to choose
Tourists who expect to drive only around the city and the immediate surroundings prefer to rent compact cars, Citroen C1 or Opel Corsa . For trips to the mountains, you need a high-performance car. You should go on such a trip with a full tank, as fuel consumption in the mountains increases one and a half to two times. The ideal car for this would be an all-wheel drive crossover. Per rent Fiat Tipo Estate in Madeira you will need to pay 4192.59 RUB per day.
What to look for when picking up your car
Before picking up, you must carefully inspect the car and point out to the rental company manager any scratches, damage or defects, such as dirty seat upholstery. You should check the ignition and the fuel level in the tank. You need to know the conditions for returning the car – where exactly, with what amount of fuel to return the car.
The rental agreement must include a telephone number to contact the rental company. It is designed so that customers can get help in emergency situations, such as when a car breaks down or in the event of an accident. A call to the rental company should be done first, even before the arrival of the police.
Insurance advice
Car rental companies in Madeira may offer different insurance options. They differ in price and set of options. Here are the basic types:
- Third Party Liability (TPL)/ Third Party Liability Protection (TLP). This is a third party liability protection. If you are the culprit of an accident, the insurance will compensate for the costs of the victims for you.
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW). This is the protection of your vehicle from any damage. She works with a franchise. This is the amount that you will have to pay in case of damage in any case. The company will cover anything over the limit. The insurance does not cover theft.
- Theft Insurance (TI)/Theft Protection (TP)/ Theft Waiver (TW). This is car theft protection. Operates with a franchise.
- Super Loss Damage Waiver (SLDW)/Theft Protection+Collision Damage Waiver (TP+CDW). Complete protection against theft and damage, even if you are the culprit of the accident.
- Personal Accident Insurance (PAI). This is medical insurance for the driver and passengers.
If you want to save money and choose the cheapest insurance, carefully inspect the car upon receipt. Make sure the machine is not damaged.
Rent without mileage limit
Before renting a car, you should check with the rental company if there is a daily mileage limit for a car. Typically, tourists use a rental car to travel not only around the city, but also to travel to neighboring cities and even countries. If such a restriction exists, it is recommended to choose a rental option where there is no limit. In this case, the total cost of mileage will be lower, since you will not have to pay extra for exceeding the mileage. On our site, in the search results, check the filter “Unlimited mileage” to see the offers you need.
Fuel policy
For long distance trips, it is better to choose the option with full tank charge already included. If you have a short trip, then this service is inappropriate. Be sure to read the fuel policy before making a booking:
If necessary, use the special filter to select the most convenient option for you.
Compare prices and conditions from different car rental companies
When choosing a rental car in Madeira, you should carefully read all the terms and conditions of the rental. This is due to the fact that different companies may differ not only in rental prices, but also in conditions for limiting mileage, the cost of additional services, and the amount of the deposit. To compare rental conditions, it is convenient to use the search and booking system on our website.
How to choose a rental company
When renting a car in Madeira, you should carefully read all the conditions offered by the rental company. Depending on the specific company, they may differ in mileage, insurance coverage, deposit amount, accompanying services and their cost.