Madeira Press Kit - Associação de Promoção da Madeira

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• Jet Jet Ski Ski and and Water Water Water Ski Ski Ski Jet skiing and water skiing are fine ways to enjoy the sea and the Madeira coast, which unfurls itself in green folds around the water’s edge. • Canyoning Canyoning 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. • Whale Whale and and Dolphin Dolphin Watch Watching Watch ing Because of its unique location in the mid-ocean the island of Madeira is mid-ocean the island of Madeira is blessed with a very special event: the presence of visiting whales and dolphins, which has only recently been recognized as another asset to this beautiful holiday destination. The year 2003 was an extraordinary year with regard to the number of Fin and Sei Whales to be spotted in the waters surrounding the island, where these species took up residence during the summer months. As just five kilometres off shore the ocean floor reaches a depth of more than 3,000 meters, Madeira’s waters close to the coast rapidly drop very deep, and on most days these ocean going creatures are swimming by right on your door step. In some years oceanic species of dolphins along with very rare Beaked Whales are also common to see in the waters of Madeira. Apart from this breathtaking whale and dolphin spotting experience you will also get a glimpse of ocean wandering sea birds, some of which are found nowhere else in the world! Here are some of the species that can be spotted during these safaris: Fin Whale, Sperm Whale, Sea Whale, Pilot Whale, various kinds of Beaked Whale, Humpback Whale & many
others; Oceanic Dolphin, Atlantic Spotted Dolphin, Common Dolphin, Bottle Nose Dolphin, Striped Dolphin, Rough Tooth Dolphin, Risso’s Dolphin & many others. • Surfing Surfing Surfing and and and Windsurfing Windsurfing Surfing on Madeira Island only began some years ago, when professionals and surf lovers recognised the excellent conditions that this region has to offer. The news of this ‘discovery’ were immediately spread to all Portuguese surf lovers and finally arrived in Brazil. But it was only when news broke in the surfing press that Madeira became known as a quality surf location. The coast is rough and steep and the rocks at the bottom of the sea generate not only excellent waves but require also some precautions. If you are a beginner you should be careful with the rock formations and the stones. We are sure you wouldn't like to be caught in a wave on a rocky beach like this! Due to its location the Madeira archipelago is a privileged spot to receive swells of the North Atlantic and has all sorts of waves, from point breaks to reef breaks. The subtropical climate is responsible for water temperatures between 59º F (15º C) in the colder season and 21º C (70º F) in the hot season. So we advise you to bring a full-length wetsuit, or make it even two, because while you are surfing in one you can leave the other one drying off. The surfing months are considered low season tourist months, which allows you to choose a hotel or rent-a-car at much cheaper rates. Why not bring your surfboard and find out the potential of surfing in Madeira? Windsurfing conditions are also very good. In 1996 a native of Madeira won the world championship. • Boat Boat Trips Trips There are several companies organising boat trips all day long
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