Cascata dos Anjos

Ponta do Sol

Charms of Ponta do Sol

1 day · 6 stops · 11.4 km

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Levada do Moinho
Levada do Moinho
Cais da Ponta do Sol
Cais da Ponta do Sol
Praia da Ponta do Sol
Praia da Ponta do Sol

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What to expect on this Tour?

We start our adventure at the Cascata dos Anjos, admiring the unique beauty of this waterfall that flows directly onto the road. Next, we head to the Levada do Moinho, enjoying a charming trail surrounded by lush nature. Afterward, we visit the Museu da Banana da Madeira - BAM, where we learn about the importance of this fruit in the island's history and culture. For lunch, we stop at Restaurante Sol Poente, savoring traditional Madeiran dishes with magnificent sea views. We then explore the Centro Cultural John Dos Passos, diving into the history of this writer with Madeiran roots. We continue to the Cais da Ponta do Sol, where we take in the serene views of the ocean. To end the day, we relax at Praia da Ponta do Sol, swimming in crystal-clear waters and enjoying the tranquility of the place.

Prepare your Adventure

Everything we recommend you bring

  • Sunscreen
  • Beach towel
  • Swimsuit
  • Hiking boots
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Sunglasses
  • Comfortable shoes
  • Hat or cap
  • Camera or phone with battery
  • Small light backpack

Before you set off

Difficulty, duration and who it is for

Physical Difficulty
Moderate
Duration
1 day cerca de 7 h 10 min
Recommended for children
Não
Recommended Transport
Car, Walking
Recommended Season
Spring / Summer / Autumn / Winter
Ideal for
Couples, Adventurers, Solo travellers, Photographers, Nature lovers, Beach lovers

Plan before you go

Logistics for doing this route on your own

Traveller checklist

  • Valid ID document
  • Some cash and a card (not every foreign card works at every business)
  • Offline map and power bank
  • Parking without coins Via Verde Parking · Telpark
  • Meal times Many kitchens close between 15h and 19h. Plan your meal or pick a place with an all-day kitchen.
  • Toilets Public toilets are rare: use the cafés and restaurants at your stops.

Curiosidades

  • A Ponta do Sol beneficia de uma elevada exposição solar anual, o que faz deste concelho uma das regiões mais propícias ao cultivo da banana na Madeira.
  • O Cais da Ponta do Sol, erguido sobre um rochedo no final do século XIX, foi um marco essencial no escoamento marítimo de mercadorias e pessoas na costa sul.

Frequently asked questions

Recomenda-se o uso de calçado com boa aderência para trilhos de terra, além de agasalho impermeável e água suficiente para o percurso.

As viagens entre a cascata, a levada e o museu realizam-se de carro, onde o estacionamento pode ser condicionado. Na vila da Ponta do Sol, o veículo pode ficar estacionado para fazer as visitas ao cais e à praia a pé.

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