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Many people think of Madeira as a place for folks in the later stages of their life. There is in fact an undercurrent of sporting activities for the more youthful especially those relating to more extreme and radical sports. We will continue to try and update this page with new sports and welcome any contributions.
CANYONING
Getting down the rivers of Madeira is a way to see undiscovered and untouched parts of the island, while revelling in the exciting journey through transparent waters. During summer the northern rivers are the most appropriate, as the flows are high and there is enough white water to create an exciting challenge. During winter, however, we recommend the streams to the south, with gentler, quieter flows.
CLIMBING
Madeira’s volcanic origins and its rugged mountainous relief are a guarantee of adventurous moments. To summit the impressive and magnificent mountains bursting directly from the sea is a memorable conquest for any climber worth his salt. The favoured areas for climbing are the central mountain range, the sea cliffs and some of the northern cliffs.
FISHING
There are many places along the south coast suitable for shore fishing (bream and rays) although care should be taken if fishing from rocks. Sportfishing for tuna, marlin, bonito, spearfish etc is available. GOLF
Two courses, with 18 to 27 holes, have been laid out in exceptionally beautiful landscapes. Golf lovers will be delighted by the challenges accompanying of each hole as well as by the fabulous scenery. The Madeira Open is the most important event and forms part of the European PGA circuit.
Campo de Golfe da Madeira
Santo António da Serra
9200 MACHICO
Tel: 291 552321/45/56 * Fax: 291 552367
Sociedade Turística Palheiro Golfe, S.A
Palheiro Ferreiro, São Gonçalo
9000 FUNCHAL
Tel: 291 792116 * Fax: 291 792456
HUNTING & SHOOTING
Hunting in Madeira is only permitted for those with a hunting licence and is strictly according to season. A non-resident hunting licence can be obtained in person or by a tourism operator, from:
Direcção Regional de Florestas (Regional Forests Department)
Estrada Comandante Camacho de Freitas
Jamboto, Santo Antonio, 9000 – 324 Funchal
Tel: (091) 740060; fax (091) 740065
Municipal town halls across Madeira
The following game can be hunted according to season:
-Red legged partridge, Alectoris rufa, 5th of October to 28th of November
-Common quail Coturnix coturnix 5th of October to 28th of November
-Eurasian woodcock, Scolopax rusticola 5th of October to 28th of November
-Pigeon, Columba livia, 5th of October to 28th of November
-Pigeon, Columba Oenas, 5th of October to 28th of November
-Wild Rabbit, Oryctolagus cuniculus, 19th of September to 12th of December.
SCUBA DIVING
The diving club MANTA RAY is situated right on the seafront at the Hotel Galo Mar , and is only a mximum of 5 minutes away from all hotels in Caniço de Baixo. Interesting shore dives in the home diving area directly in front of the diving club with two big reefs and a cave for experienced divers. The diving depths here are between 6m and a max. 28m. Escorted dives twice a day at 10.30 and 14.30
Boat trips to the protected area and to many other interesting divesites are offered as well . The trips take depending on the distance to the diving area between 15min. and 30min . Night dives are possible any time. Please bring your own torch !
The gulf stream ensures for the strong tropical character our underwater fauna . Because of this the sight of species such as Trompetfishes , Parrotfish , Moray Eels , Barracudas , Groupers and different kinds of
Rays is quite normal . With a little bit of luck and the right season you can see Manta rays as well .
Necessary documents :
Medical check and Logbook
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