Lighthouse View 2 - Boat Tour Ponta São Lourenço

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Overview

Come with us and admire a 150-year-old lighthouse, the oldest in Madeira Archipelago. You'll also be able to see Ilhéu do Desembarcadouro, the North Coast and its beautiful caves and calm bays as well as several species of animals and plants that can only be found here. Upon return, we will make a quick stop at Cais do Sardinha where you can take a dip in its crystal clear waters.

Meeting Point

The pickup is in the Marina of Quinta do Lorde, this is a small marina should be easy to reach us Following the access road to marina, turn to the left side, the boat will be there or arriving from a previous trip.

End Point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

1. Ponta de Sao Lourenco Admire a 150 year old lighthouse, the oldest in Madeira Archipelago. You'll also be able to see Ilhéu do Desembarcadouro, the North Coast and its beautiful caves and calm bays as well as several species of animals and plants that can only be found here. Upon return we will make a quick stop at Cais do Sardinha where you can take a dip in its crystal clear waters. 30 minutes

2. Upon return we will make a quick stop at Cais do Sardinha where you can take a dip in its crystal clear waters. 15 minutes

3. Prainha do Canical Prainha, not far away from the point of São Lourenço, is a black sand beach of volcanic origin thatoffers the opportunity for an unusual day at the beach.Prainha is a black sand beach of volcanic origin, close to the scenic point of São Lourenço. The Piedade Dunes, which contain limestone fossils of geomorphologic interest, can be found around this beach. The landscape surrounding this beach is a stark contrast to that found on most of the rest of the island. Here, the usual shades of green are replaced by an arid landscape of yellows, browns and oranges. This bathing area has a restaurant, changing rooms, sunshades and sun loungers, as well as a car park.

4. Ponta de Sao Lourenco This peninsula is volcanic in origin, and is mainly made of basalt, although there are also some limestone sediment formations. At the end of the Point there are two islets: the Cevada, Metade or Desembarcadouro Islet, and the S. Lourenço Point, Farol or Fora Islet. The stone partition marks where the Regional government’s land begins, and is part of the Madeira Natural Park. The peninsula is classified as a partial natural reserve and the Desembarcadouro Islet is a total natural reserve. All the land and sea by the North coast, up to a depth of 50m, is part of the European network of important community sites - Natura 2000. The semi-arid climate and its exposure to North winds have sculpted the low vegetation and explain the lack of trees, which distinguish this area from the rest of the Island and is a veritable natural heritage. Here you can see the Island’s basal plate at its best and several rare and endemic plants. Of the 138 species of plant identified on the peninsula, 31 are endemic (exclusive) to Madeira island. In terms of fauna there is one of the largest colonies of seagull (Larus cachinnans atlantis) in the region, which nests on the Desembarcadouro islet. Along the route you can often see several bird species such as the Berthelot’s Pipit (Anthus bertheloti madeirensis), the Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis parva), the Common Canary (Serinus canaria canaria), and the Kestrel (Falco tinunculus). Protected marine birds also nest here such as Cory’s Shearwater (Calonectris diomedea), the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel (Oceanodroma castro), Bulwer’s Petrel, (Bulweria bulwerii), and the Common Tern (Sterna hirundo). The Madeiran lizard (Lacerta dugesii), which is the island’s only reptile, is very common here. Another interesting aspect of this area is the high number of endemic land molluscs (24), commonly known as snails. In the sea, you may be lucky enough to spot the world’s rarest seal, known in Madeira as a Sea-wolf (Monachus monachus). The Sardinha house is the base for a group of Rangers who work for the Madeira natural park, and who are responsible for watching over the area. On the horizon to the South you can see Ilhas Desertas (Deserted Islands) and to the North the Porto Santo Islands.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her We had a great experience touring New York City with Jonathan. He's a great tour guide and he made it very memorable and enjoyable. The tour was also super informative and I'm glad to have had a great tour guide during my visit in NYC. Would definitely recommend this tour to anyone looking for a tour her

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Fantastic experience

Published on Jul, 2022

Amazing experience, friendly staff! I really enjoyed the boat excursion and it's very easy to get there by bus from Funchal if you don't have a car. Highly recommend!

Amazing ocean outing!!

Published on Sep, 2021

A truly fabulous outing!! Two amazing friendly and professional guides, state of the art equipment and perfect conditions!! A must do when in Madeira!!

simply a must for the island

Published on Apr, 2021

The whole family (55,44,8,6) enjoyed the experience. Wonderful views, beautiful see, amazing birds, professional staff. A must for the island of Madeira. W are gong to do this event again in the summer.

Fabulous boat trip walk combination Madeira

Published on Feb, 2020

Really recommend this company. Have a newish rib operating from the Marina. We found them as a surprise on the walking route from Sao Laurenco. Walking from the carpark out towards the lighthouse. Wonderful coastal scenery. Came across a superb cafe with seats in the shade. You can book the boat trip from there or the Marina. So we did not have to walk back but caught the boat. Very friendly and professional. Takes credit cards or cash.

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