moderate
4-5 hours
Moderate physical fitness needed for the cable car descent and swimming portions.
Discover Madeira's hidden gem with a cable car descent and crystal-clear swim at Fajã dos Padres. Experience breathtaking views and tranquil waters in this unforgettable half-day adventure.
Age 14+ • Cable Car, nature, lunch & swim! • 4 Hours • Relaxing tour! • Special moments in water
Experience a breathtaking 4-hour adventure descending 300 meters in a vertical cable car, revealing stunning cliffs and lush landscapes. Enjoy a refreshing 1.5-hour swim in crystal-clear waters at a serene pebble beach, surrounded by nature's beauty. This unique journey promises relaxation and unforgettable memories in a hidden paradise.
Duration: 4 Hours
We start our experience descending approximately 300 meters from the fajã, in a cable car that descends almost vertically, in a beautiful 4-minute journey, where you will have the possibility to observe the enormous and incredible cliff until we reach our final destination. On the way to the beach, we will pass through organic farming plantations, banana trees, vineyards and stone houses, until we reach the pebble beach. Here, as in much of the island, the sea is so clear and crystalline that it is even possible to see the bottom of the ocean even when we are out of the water. There is a small pier that gives us access to the sea, where we will start our swimming session.
All this happens while you are surrounded by incredible nature, which will leave you calm, relaxed and unwilling to leave this little paradise.
Security
Personal accident insurance
Accompaniment of experienced guides
Snack
Swimming period : Water, nuts and bananas
Photographs
Age: from 14 to 75 years old
pack lightweight swimwear and a towel for comfort during the swim.
early arrival ensures ample time for the cable car ride and to enjoy the scenery.
protect yourself from sun exposure during the activities.
spotting local birds and marine life adds to the experience.
Fajã dos Padres has been a pivotal site since the island’s volcanic formation, historically used for agriculture before becoming a popular tourist spot.
Efforts focus on preserving Madeira’s delicate ecosystems, encouraging eco-friendly tourism and protecting local marine life.
Comfortable swimwear for the refreshing waters.
summer specific
Useful for drying off after swimming.
summer specific
Protects skin during outdoor activities in the sun.
spring;summer;fall;winter specific
Provides grip and protection for walking on pebbled beaches.
summer specific