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| Cable Car to Monte |
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In operation since the 16th of November 2000, the Cable Car of Monte has 39 cabins, each with 7 places.
This cable car connects the Old part of Town of Funchal to Monte in about 15 minutes. The route offers spectacular views above the bay of Funchal.
The cable car station in Funchal is located in Campo Almirante Reis, the station in Monte is located in Largo das Babosas.
Timetable:
- Everyday from 09:30 to 18:00, Last trip at 17:45
Prices:
One way:
- Adults - 10€
- Children from 4 to 14 years old - 5€
- Children up to 3 years old - free
Return:
- Adults - 14,50€
- Children from 4 to 14 years old - 7,25€
- Children up to 3 years old - free
www.madeiracablecar.com |
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| Cable Car in Botanical Garden |
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The Cable Car in Botanical Garden is located in Quinta do Bom Sucesso – ten minutes from the centre of Funchal.
It is a dream trip, enjoying the nature above the valley on the banks of the ravine João Gomes, a place of exotic and rare natural beauty, all the way to Largo das Babosas - Monte.
This entire project followed the highest quality and safety standards according to the European and international requirements.
Opening times: Everyday from 09:30 to 17:30 (Last trip at 17:15)
Contact:
Telephone: 291 210290
Fax: 291 238956
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| Panoramic Bus |
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Open bus with two decks, drives you around the most beautiful and historical points of the Town of Funchal.
The route lasts one hour and fifteen minutes in Funchal. Recorded information is available in Portuguese, English, German, French, Italian and Spanish.
The ticket for this route is valid for a whole day allowing you to get on and off the bus whenever you wish.
Information: 96 692 39 43
Tickets
Adult: 12 Euros
Child (4+10): 6,00 Euros
E-mail:
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Site: http://www.horariosdofunchal.pt
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| Panoramic Bus – FunchalSightseeing |
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Opening hours:
Open all year
Rates:
Adult: 12,00 Euros
Child (4 - 12 years): 6,00 Euros
Contacts:
Phone: 291 603 085
E-mail:
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Site: www.citysightseeing.pt
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| Toboggan |
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It is the most typical Madeiran transport.
For 12,50 € per person go down 2 km full of excitement from Monte to Livramento in Funchal.
Opening hours:
Mon. to Sat. from 9:00 to 18:00
Sun. from 9:00 to 13:00
Closed:
14th and 15th of August
25th of December
1st of January
For more information:
Carreiros do Monte
– Telephone: 291 78 39 19 |
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| Helicopter |
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To get to know the Madeira Island by Helicopter is a unique experience, which you should not miss.
There are several daily trips, whenever the climate conditions are appropriate.
In Pontinha do Funchal you will find a small house of Santana where you can get all the information you need.
More information:
Heliatlantis
Telephone: 291 23 28 82 |
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| Boat Trips |
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Boat trips offer a beautiful panoramic view over the coast, emphasizing even more the beauty of the island.
Besides sighting dolphins frequently and occasionally whales, these trips offer the possibility to swim on the tepid waters of the Atlantic.
In the Marina of Funchal, you can choose your favourite trip from a wide choice of options. |
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| Golf |
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The Island of Madeira offers great conditions to the practice of this sport.
In the Council of Funchal you can play in Golf Club of Palheiro Ferreiro, about 15 minutes from the centre of the city.
About 2/3 of the course consists of pine forest and botanic wood established during the last 100 years.
Magnificent trees of different species, unique vegetation and a fantastic view over the amphitheatre of Funchal, it is one of the most beautiful golf courses in Europe. |
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| DIVING |
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The lovers of this sport find in the waters of this archipelago a true sub aquatic paradise.
There are several diving centres where you can experience this magnificent adventure, namely at the marina of Funchal and in the Leisure Centre of Lido |
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Madeira is acquiring an international reputation as a first class destination for high sea fishing. It is the right place to catch blue marlin with over 500 Kg due to the abundance and quality of tuna.
The majority of the boats departure from the Marina of Funchal, there you can find most of the companies that provide this activity. |
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| Paragliding |
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The characteristics of the island make this modality very attractive, especially for those who already have some practice; there are great locations to take off from.
It is frequent to see paragliders over the town of Funchal
More information:
Paragliding centre: 964133907
www.madeira-paragliding.com |
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| Sailing |
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The climacteric conditions in Madeira are excellent for nautical sports, especially sailing.
More information:
Regional Sailing Association, Remo e Canoagem da Madeira
Estrada da Pontinha - 9000 Funchal
Telephone: 291 22 49 70 |
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| Windsurf |
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Madeira offers excellent conditions for this spectacular and radical sport.
The bay of Funchal is a frequent stage for this activity, which attracts an increasing number of fans |
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