Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Cannot return null for non-nullable field BoundingBox.xmin.
Unlock to see location
An epic viewpoint on Madeira's eastern tip.
Category

Photospot

Price

$

Est. Duration

1-2h

Message from Karol Kru

This viewpoint marks the end of the PR8 trail. To reach it, simply follow the trail and climb the hill at its end. Pico do Furado is an excellent spot to capture the first light of the day on Madeira. From the top, you have a clear view of the end of the Dragon Tail, a series of separate islands accessible only by boat, with a lighthouse on the farthest one. Turning back, you can see the entire island, including its highest mountains, such as Pico do Arieiro, which is easily identifiable by the white round radar on its summit.

The best part about this viewpoint is that it is outside the prohibited red zone, allowing you to fly a drone from there. To get there for sunrise, you'll need to walk the entire PR8 trail early in the morning, which will take you about 1.5h. Although the trail is straightforward, it is possible to get lost by accidentally taking one of the side paths. To ensure you reach your destination on time, use a free app called maps.me.

Best time for: Sunrise

šŸ“: At the end of PR8 trail (1-2h walk)

🚘: Free parking at the PR8 trailhead

Want to see more?

I have created curated maps and itineraries for travellers that want to travel like me.

Nearby local secrets
Ponta do Rosto Viewpoint
Lighthouse Ponta do Pargo
PR8 Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço

Looking for things to do?

Go check out my guide for the best free things to do as well as itineraries and travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.

Go to Guide

Rexby was founded in 2021 with the mission of enabling travel content creators to provide a better service and capture more of the immense value they are creating for the tourism industry

Backed by

Contact us

Hallgerưargata 13

105 ReykjavĆ­k Iceland

hello@rexby.com
Our licence

Kt: 6909211460

Vsk: 146757

rexby travel agency
Rexby
Explore
Purchases
Messages
Log in