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Basic Tour 1 - Shuttle (Quinta do Lorde to Cais do Sardinha) (one way)

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You will be able to enjoy the sea views of Baía d’Abra, passing through its beautiful caves and finishing at Cais do Sardinha dock.

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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Sitio da Piedade
    9200-044 Caniçal, Portugal

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Ponta de São Lourenço
    9200-044 Caniçal, Portugal

    Cais do Sardinha allow you to enjoy the sea, have a drink and snack above the hill at Casa do Sardinha - Natur Spot Cafe and enjoy the beautiful view. Later you can walk back or book the Boat back to Marina Quinta do Lorde.

    What To Expect

    Cafetaria Sardine House cafe & snacks

    Upon return we will make a quick stop at Cais do Sardinha where you can take a dip in its crystal clear waters.
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    15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

    Ponta de Sao Lourenco

    This peninsula is volcanic in origin, and is mainly made of basalt, although there are also some limestone sediment formations. At the end of the Point there are two islets: the Cevada, Metade or Desembarcadouro Islet, and the S. Lourenço Point, Farol or Fora Islet. The stone partition marks where the Regional government’s land begins, and is part of the Madeira Natural Park. The peninsula is classified as a partial natural reserve and the Desembarcadouro Islet is a total natural reserve. All the land and sea by the North coast, up to a depth of 50m, is part of the European network of important community sites - Natura 2000.The semi-arid climate and its exposure to North winds have sculpted the low vegetation and explain the lack of trees, which distinguish this area from the rest of the Island and is a veritable natural heritage. Here you can see the Island’s basal plate at its best and several rare and endemic plants. Of the 138 species of plant identified on the peninsula, 31 are endemic (exclusive) to Madeira island. In terms of fauna there is one of the largest colonies of seagull (Larus cachinnans atlantis) in the region, which nests on the Desembarcadouro islet.Along the route you can often see several bird species such as the Berthelot’s Pipit (Anthus bertheloti madeirensis), the Goldfinch (Carduelis carduelis parva), the Common Canary (Serinus canaria canaria), and the Kestrel (Falco tinunculus). Protected marine birds also nest here such as Cory’s Shearwater (Calonectris diomedea), the Band-rumped Storm-Petrel (Oceanodroma castro), Bulwer’s Petrel, (Bulweria bulwerii), and the Common Tern (Sterna hirundo). The Madeiran lizard (Lacerta dugesii), which is the island’s only reptile, is very common here. Another interesting aspect of this area is the high number of endemic land molluscs (24), commonly known as snails.In the sea, you may be lucky enough to spot the world’s rarest seal, known in Madeira as a Sea-wolf (Monachus monachus).The Sardinha house is the base for a group of Rangers who work for the Madeira natural park, and who are responsible for watching over the area.On the horizon to the South you can see Ilhas Desertas (Deserted Islands) and to the North the Porto Santo Islands.
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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 18 travelers

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    Q: Will I get seasick on Basic Tour 1 – Shuttle (Quinta do Lorde to Cais do Sardinha) (one way)?

    A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-172918P3

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