Desert island cruise

General information

Destination	Category
Madeira, Portugal	Cruise and Boat Tours

Program details

Sail away on this delightful all-day cruise to discover some genuine desert islands and the rare animals that are their only residents. The Desertas Islands (literally 'Desert Islands') are a group of three uninhabited islands about 15 miles south-east of Madeira and this excursion is the ideal way to explore their unspoilt charms.



Setting off at 10am, the boat sails slowly along the coast, affording ample opportunity to take in the marvellous scenery of the multi-coloured rocks as well as dramatic sea cliffs and caves. Weighing anchor at Doca, the vessel pauses to allow for swimming, diving or simply relaxing in this delightful bay of crystalline blue water. After a hot meal, prepared and served on board, it's time to go ashore for a guided tour. All three islands in the group have been declared a protected nature reserve, not least because they provide a home to the extremely rare Mediterranean monk seal, one of the most endangered mammals in the world, with fewer than 600 remaining individuals thought to exist in the wild. The islands are also an important bird sanctuary and home to several native species of reptile.



Languages

English and Portuguese.

Redeem information
Voucher type: Printed
Printed Voucher. Print and bring the voucher to enjoy the activity.

Location
Starting point:
Pick-up from the hotel lobby.

End point: Same as starting point

Schedule
Opening dates
09:30 - 17:30

Duration: 8 Hours

Guiding options
Guiding type: Guide

Requirements
The excursion is subject to changes or cancelation in the event of bad weather.