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The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira Madeira] archipelago is an autonomous region of [[Portugal]]. The archipelago consists of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira_Island Madeira Grande] (741 km<sup>2</sup>, 250 000 inhabitants), [http://www.portugaltravelguide.com/en/porto_santo.htm Porto Santo] (42.17 km<sup>2</sup>, 4 474 inhabitants), Deserta Grande, [http://www.madeira-island.com/museums/http://www.madeirabirds.com/http://www.absoluteastronomy.com/encyclopedia/S/Sa/Savage_Islands.htm Selvagem Grande], Bugio Island, Selvagem Pequena, Selvagens' Fora Islet, and Desertas' Chão Islet.
The [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira Madeira] archipelago is an autonomous region of [[Portugal]]. The archipelago consists of [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira_Island Madeira Grande] (741 km<sup>2</sup>, 250 000 inhabitants), [http://www.portugaltravelguide.com/en/porto_santo.htm Porto Santo] (42.17 km<sup>2</sup>, 4 474 inhabitants), Deserta Grande, [http://www.madeira-island.com/museums/http://www.madeirabirds.com/http://www.absoluteastronomy.com/encyclopedia/S/Sa/Savage_Islands.htm Selvagem Grande], Bugio Island, Selvagem Pequena, Selvagens' Fora Islet, and Desertas' Chão Islet.
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There are suspicion that the islands were discovered by the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenicians Phoenicians], at any rate, the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Empire Romans] knew them and called them the ''Purple Islands''. The Portuguese rediscovered (accidentally) them in 1419. Two captains reporting to the famous Portuguese prince [http://www.thornr.demon.co.uk/kchrist/phenry.html Henry the Navigator] were driven by storms to Porto Santo (Holy Port) and they named the island in gratitude of their deliverance form being shipwrecked. They have been part of Portugal ever since. In 1976 they were granted autonomy.
There are suspicion that the islands were discovered by the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phoenicians Phoenicians], at any rate, the [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roman_Empire Romans] knew them and called them the ''Purple Islands''. The Portuguese rediscovered (accidentally) them in 1419. Two captains reporting to the famous Portuguese prince [http://www.thornr.demon.co.uk/kchrist/phenry.html Henry the Navigator] were driven by storms to Porto Santo (Holy Port) and they named the island in gratitude of their deliverance form being shipwrecked. They have been part of Portugal ever since. In 1976 they were granted autonomy.
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[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus Christopher Columbus] was married to the daughter of the governor of Madeira and had a house, in the then capital of Madeira, Porto Santo.
[http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christopher_Columbus Christopher Columbus] was married to the daughter of the governor of Madeira and had a house, in the then capital of Madeira, Porto Santo.
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==Climate & Weather==
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The climate of the islands is oceanic subtropical which is mild and fairly low humidity. The water temperature, influenced by the Gulf Stream varies between 17° C (winter) and 26° C (summer).
The climate of the islands is oceanic subtropical which is mild and fairly low humidity. The water temperature, influenced by the Gulf Stream varies between 17° C (winter) and 26° C (summer).
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==Special Navigation Notes==
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Any navigation notes here.
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==Arrival/Departure procedures==
All vessels arriving in Madeira, or moving between ports on the island, must contact the authorities on both arrival and departure. All vessels must make first landfall at an official Port of Entry. The vessel's registration documents and passports for all on board must be presented. A "clearance document" is then issued and must be presented to the authorities when visiting any of the other islands.
All vessels arriving in Madeira, or moving between ports on the island, must contact the authorities on both arrival and departure. All vessels must make first landfall at an official Port of Entry. The vessel's registration documents and passports for all on board must be presented. A "clearance document" is then issued and must be presented to the authorities when visiting any of the other islands.
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The same immigration procedures as for [[Portugal]] apply.
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The same immigration procedures as for [[Portugal#Immigration.2C_Visas_.26_Customs|Portugal]] apply.
No visas required for up to a 90 day stay for nationals of the EU, Australia and New Zealand and a 60 day stay for citizens of the USA, Canada, and many others.
No visas required for up to a 90 day stay for nationals of the EU, Australia and New Zealand and a 60 day stay for citizens of the USA, Canada, and many others.
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====Customs====
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.
PETS: The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is in operation in Madeira. This requires all pets to have a "Pet Passport" and all pets must have been microchipped, have a current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate. Animals are not permitted ashore until they have been cleared.
PETS: The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is in operation in Madeira. This requires all pets to have a "Pet Passport" and all pets must have been microchipped, have a current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate. Animals are not permitted ashore until they have been cleared.
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==Health & Security==
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.
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==Other Islands in the Group==
* [[Porto_Santo_Island|Porto Santo Island]]
* [[Porto_Santo_Island|Porto Santo Island]]
** [[Porto Santo Marina]] (Port of entry)
** [[Porto Santo Marina]] (Port of entry)
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==Ports & Popular Stops==
* [[Funchal]] (Port of entry)
* [[Funchal]] (Port of entry)
* [[Calheta]] (Port of entry)
* [[Calheta]] (Port of entry)
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* [[Ponta_do_Sol_Madeira|Ponta do Sol]]
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[http://www.madeira-web.com/PagesUK/funchal.html Funchal] is a very attractive town. It is great fun to wander along its narrow streets.
[http://www.madeira-web.com/PagesUK/funchal.html Funchal] is a very attractive town. It is great fun to wander along its narrow streets.
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* From Madeira Grande there regular flights to Lisbon and other European cities
* From Madeira Grande there regular flights to Lisbon and other European cities
* There are daily flights and ferries, weather permitting, to [[Porto_Santo_Island|Porto Santo]]
* There are daily flights and ferries, weather permitting, to [[Porto_Santo_Island|Porto Santo]]
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===References & Publications===
 
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* Anne Hammick, RCC Pilotage Foundation, [http://www.imray.com/record.cfm?i_stock_code=IB0003&CFID=4536928&CFTOKEN=65674899 <cite>Atlantic Islands Cruising Guide</cite>], Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 085288 761 2
 
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*  RCC Pilotage Foundation, [http://www.imray.com/record.cfm?i_stock_code=RB0015&CFID=4536928&CFTOKEN=65674899 <cite>Atlantic Crossing Guide</cite>], Imray Laurie and Wilson, Cambridgeshire, ISBN 9780713660753
 
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==Links to Forum Discussions==
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
List links to discussion threads on [[Cruising Forums|partnering forums]]. (see link for requirements)
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/madeira.html Madeira Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
* [http://www.cruisersforum.com/forums/tags/madeira.html Madeira Sailing and Cruising Discussions on Cruisers Forum]
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==External Links==
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira Madeira] Wikipedia
* [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Madeira Madeira] Wikipedia
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Madeira Cruising Guide

An online cruising guide for yachts sailing to Madeira.

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Capital: Funchal
Language: Portuguese
Currency: Euro €
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The Madeira archipelago is an autonomous region of Portugal. The archipelago consists of Madeira Grande (741 km2, 250 000 inhabitants), Porto Santo (42.17 km2, 4 474 inhabitants), Deserta Grande, Selvagem Grande, Bugio Island, Selvagem Pequena, Selvagens' Fora Islet, and Desertas' Chão Islet.

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There are suspicion that the islands were discovered by the Phoenicians, at any rate, the Romans knew them and called them the Purple Islands. The Portuguese rediscovered (accidentally) them in 1419. Two captains reporting to the famous Portuguese prince Henry the Navigator were driven by storms to Porto Santo (Holy Port) and they named the island in gratitude of their deliverance form being shipwrecked. They have been part of Portugal ever since. In 1976 they were granted autonomy. Christopher Columbus was married to the daughter of the governor of Madeira and had a house, in the then capital of Madeira, Porto Santo.

The islands are part of SchengenAgreement and boats from the EU do not have to go through customs.

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Climate & Weather

The climate of the islands is oceanic subtropical which is mild and fairly low humidity. The water temperature, influenced by the Gulf Stream varies between 17° C (winter) and 26° C (summer).

Sources of weather forecasting:

  • Weather on Line gives detail 7 day forecast charts for the Madeira Archipelago
  • Wind GURU is a surfer's site with worldwide wind forecasts

Charts

BA
1831 Arquipélago de Madeira
NIMA
51261 Arquipelago Da Madeira
Imray
E3 Madeira

Special Navigation Notes

Any navigation notes here.

Local Radio Nets

Submit details of Cruiser's Nets and VHF operating/calling channels here.

Also see World Cruiser's Nets.


Arrival/Departure procedures

All vessels arriving in Madeira, or moving between ports on the island, must contact the authorities on both arrival and departure. All vessels must make first landfall at an official Port of Entry. The vessel's registration documents and passports for all on board must be presented. A "clearance document" is then issued and must be presented to the authorities when visiting any of the other islands.

Immigration, Visas & Customs

Immigration

The same immigration procedures as for Portugal apply. No visas required for up to a 90 day stay for nationals of the EU, Australia and New Zealand and a 60 day stay for citizens of the USA, Canada, and many others.

Customs

Firearms and ammunition MUST be declared on arrival.

PETS: The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is in operation in Madeira. This requires all pets to have a "Pet Passport" and all pets must have been microchipped, have a current Health Certificate and Rabies Vaccination Certificate. Animals are not permitted ashore until they have been cleared.

Health & Security

Submit any health warnings/information and any security details here.

Other Islands in the Group

Ports & Popular Stops

Things to do Ashore

Tourism

Funchal is a very attractive town. It is great fun to wander along its narrow streets.

A drive around the island of Madeira Grande is very interesting. Worth seeing are: the picturesque fishing village of Câmara de Lobos where Winston Churchill spent some time painting; Cabo Girão, an impressive cliff; Ribeira Brava from where the road goes north towards Serra de Agua up in the mountains; the desolate Paúl da Serra plateau and the green area of Cascata do Risco; and down to the N coast to the rocks of Porto Moniz. The surf breaking on these rocks is amazing. There you can have lunch in a restaurant built over the rocky promontory with windows surrounded by the surf. From Porto Moniz follow the the road along the N coast, going east. Stopped at the nicely restored miniscule village of São Vicente and then to Santana, where they have preserved some of the typical thatched houses. From Santana you can take the highway back to Funchal.

The Green Slopes of Madeira
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Câmara de Lobos
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Porto Moniz
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Thatched House in Santana
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São Vicente
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Transportation

  • From Madeira Grande there regular flights to Lisbon and other European cities
  • There are daily flights and ferries, weather permitting, to Porto Santo


Cruiser's Friends

Submit details/contacts of cruiser's "friends" that can be contacted in advance or on arrival - who can offer information and assistance to our cruising "family".


Links to Forum Discussions

List links to discussion threads on partnering forums. (see link for requirements)

External Links

References & Publications

Personal Notes

Personal experiences?

Last Visited & Details Checked (and updated here)

Date of member's visit to this Port/Stop & this page's details validated:


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