• Faja dos Padres - Fajã dos Padres is an organic farm with a unique location by the sea, on the south coast of Madeira Island. It can be accessed only by cable car or by sea.

The Fajã has an exclusive pebble beach in all it’s extension, and a restaurant recognised by using locally grown organic produce and for serving especially fresh fish. It has a beautiful terrace overlooking the sea, and some showers and cabins available for visitors.

• Scenic 3-minute cable car journey

‘Fajã’ refers to a level tract of land at sea level created by material shed from coastal cliffs. You’ll explore Fajã dos Padres, a uniquely fertile location that was once owned by Jesuits, leading to its name ‘dos Padres’, for over 150 years.

Your journey begins with an impressive 3-minute cable car ride from Quinta Grande to Fajã dos Padres, spanning a towering cliff exceeding 300 meters in height.

Over approximately an hour, you’ll traipse along historic trails unfurled through orchards teeming with subtropical fruit trees.

Throughout the tour, the history of this location, which has been inhabited ever since the initial colonization of Madeira island, will unfold. You’ll gain an understanding of the techniques employed in the cultivation of numerous subtropical fruits, some quite unusual. The legacy of Madeira’s vines and wines, and the motivation for championing its cultivation through the centuries on this seemingly remote but incredibly fertile strip of land, always fascinates visitors.

• Not recommended for travelers with walking limitations

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.