MADEIRA
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The 10 most popular workshops in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
4-hour surf lesson in Madeira from Funchal. Learn on beginner spots like Machico and Porto da Cruz with expert coaching.
“Super experience, beautiful beach and super nice instructor”
Madeira surf lessons in small groups on the island’s coastline, with certified instructors, top gear, and a 2-hour ride-focused session.
“I booked this for my daughters (11, 14, 16) and they had a great time. This was their first time surfing and they could not stop talking about how much fun they had.”
Learn surf basics on Madeira’s north coast in a 2-hour lesson, with wetsuit and surf equipment included, for up to 6 people in English.
“Individueller Unterricht, der Spaß gemacht und uns einen guten Start als Surfanfänger ermöglicht hat”
Beginner to advanced Madeira surf lessons in small groups, certified coaches, and 1h30 in the water with gear included.
“Awesome experience, definitely recommend. They were very friendly and much more teaching and possibilities than the other schools around. They have great tips and assistance that will get you wanting to keep surfing!”
2-hour beginner surf lesson on Madeira’s black-sand beaches in Porto da Cruz. Certified instructors, all gear included.
“Die Aktivität war okay. Leider wurde in der früh die Entscheidung getroffen, vom Strand mit Wellen zum Strand ohne Wellen zu wechseln. Als Begründung wurde die starke Strömung angeführt. Jedoch war hier der Hintergrund, dass es durch die Strömung wohl zu anstrengend gewesen wäre, den Unterricht durchzuführen. Lebensgefährdende Gründe wurden nicht angeführt. Surfen ohne Wellen…”
A small-group surf lesson in Madeira with pickup from Funchal, expert coaching, and an Atlantic-wave session near Porto da Cruz.
“Amazing expierience and fantastic instructors we had a direct pickup from our place to go surfing which is not a common thing. Definately worth the money!!”
Make Madeira’s classic Bolo do Caco in a family home. Knead, shape, and bake on a hot stone, then eat with local flavors.
“Please do yourself a favor and book this while you're in Madeira! Tonia & her aunt are so kind and accommodating. We thoroughly enjoyed spending time with them and learning about Madeiran culture and the art of making Bolo do Caco. Thanks for a great experience!”
3-hour Madeira surf initiation with Calhau Surf School. Small-group coaching, gear, insurance, photos, and flexible timing.
“It was my first experience with surfing. I highly recommend it — the instructors help with everything, explain things clearly, and stay with you in the water for the full two hours. A great experience.”
Glide an e-foil over Madeira’s Atlantic near Calheta Beach with gear included, patient coaching, and a fast learning curve in about 1 hour.
“I am very pleased that I was able to ride the e foil in the Atlantic Ocean and the weather was good. The ocean was not very rough. It was very educational.”
Beginner pole dance class in Funchal, Madeira: 1-hour English session at Creative Act Madeira, max 8 people, $25.29.
“Loved the whole experience.”
