KAYAK LOVERS
The water worth the paddle.
The 8 madeira kayaking tours travellers paddle most, gathered in one place. Where each route takes you, how long you are on the water, who runs the trip, and what a seat in the boat costs.
Kayak and snorkel in Madeira’s Garajau Reserve from Funchal. Learn paddling, visit Lazareto, spot fish in crystal-clear water.
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Kayak into Madeira’s Garajau underwater reserve, then snorkel Praia de Garajau with rented gear and a life jacket for about two hours.
“Despite weather meaning the kayaking had to be cancelled the snorkeling portion was still able to go ahead and was very good, with lots of fish etc to see.”
Kayak along Ponta de São Lourenço from Quinta do Lorde with a guide, then relax at Casa do Sardinha Nature Spot Café.
Kayak into Madeira’s Garajau Marine Reserve for snorkeling in protected, crystal-clear water. Small group, gear included, 2 hours.
Kayak Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço reserve from Marina Quinta do Lorde. Lifejackets, shuttle, and clear-water wildlife.
“Our guide (Lino) was amazing, great facts about the surrounding areas, took great photos and had a great spot to snorkel.”
Paddle Madeira’s Calheta coast for 90 minutes: choose Zimbralinho Beach or Cal Islet, pass sea caves, and enjoy Atlantic views.
Private 3-hour kayak and snorkeling tour from Funchal to Garajau and Lazareto, with gear, lockers, hot showers, and a cliff jump finish.
“Such a waste of time and money. Not a good place to snorkel (snorkels were nasty and I ended up with a bad chest infection from it). The guide did not care and spend all of his time on his phone, will not recommend”
Private 3-hour boat tour from Funchal with Cabo Girão cliffs, Câmara de Lobos, Fajã dos Padres, snorkel and paddle boards, plus wine.
“A wonderful boat trip with lovely hosts who were very friendly and accommodating. Due to weather conditions at sea, we were unable to take the normal route to the west of the island and instead travelled to the east. However, Fabio ensured that this did not impact the enjoyment of our trip and took us…”
Every paddle worth taking, place by place.
