About
The Laurisilva of Madeira is an outstanding relict of a previously widespread laurel forest type. It is the largest surviving area of laurel forest and is believed to be 90% primary forest. It contains a unique suite of plants and animals, including many endemic species such as the Madeiran long-toed pigeon.
Supporting sources: Legacy import provenance, Wikipedia
When to visit
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This UNESCO natural forest is experienced through multiple open-air areas rather than one unified timetable. Public access depends on specific trailheads, levadas, forest parks and weather conditions.
Admission
Free
Booking
No booking needed
When to go
- Time of day: Morning
Features & amenities
What to expect
- Outdoor
What to bring
- Water
- comfortable shoes
Good to know
- Accessibility unknown
- No guide needed
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Planning Funchal
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