Caves of Madeira Archipelago

-São Vicente Caves

Most famous

Sítio do Pé do Passo, São Vicente

890 thousand years old

complex of ‘volcanic tunnels’

1000 metres length

30 minutes to view

Open every day of the year (except December 25) from 10:00 to 19:00 h

-Porto Santo limestone caves

Ilhéu de Baixowhich is part of Porto Santo

This islet has rich limestone mines which, with the proper authorization and specialized monitoring, can be visited.

Its slopes, which are perforated by caves, give entry to numerous exploration galleries.

These mines are currently deactivated.

The construction of a cable car was plannedto connect Porto Santo with Ilhéu de Baixo.

-Grutas do Cavalum / Furnas do Cavalum

Parish of Machico

Not commercialized yet

Not clearly signed – can be hard to find. Best with guide.

Quite unique fauna, with the some endemic species.

4 caves rea

Total lenght : 300 + 110 + 90 + 48 = 548 m approx.

-“Lovers' Cave”, Madeira Botanic Garden

-Pico da Ana Ferreira

The peak of Ana Ferreira is a unique elevation on the island of Porto Santoand a geological monument of worldwide relevance. presence of small caves, justify a visit to the site.

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There are also underwater caves in Madeira !