Villas in Canical 2023/2024

A scenic escape from everyday life, Canical is a pretty little fishing village nestled in the southeast corner of the island that is definitely picture-worthy. Backed by soaring verdant hills and jagged headlands that overlook the crashing waves of the Atlantic, the rugged landscape is full of hiking trails and natural viewpoints. One of the oldest villages in Madeira with a rich maritime tradition, you’ll spoilt with sumptuous seafood restaurants perched around the marina. Tuck into dinner while watching fishermen deliver their fresh catch of the day, then hop on a boat and explore hidden coves around the eastern peninsula. You’re just stumbling distance from the black volcanic sands of the island’s largest sand beach, Prainha, accessible only by a charming cliffside walk. Go for a dip in the famous seawater swimming pools, or immerse yourself in local history at the whaling museum, which tells stories of its past main industry. Finding things to see and do on holidays to Canical is easy. The hard part? You won’t ever want to go home.