Santa Maria de Colombo
Dieses massive Schiff wurde entworfen, um die ursprüngliche Santa Maria nachzubilden, die Christoph Kolumbus 1492 nach Amerika brachte, und ist zu einem Ziel für Meeresliebhaber und Geschichtsinteressierte geworden. Mit zwei täglichen Fahrten können Besucher die Südküste Madeiras erkunden und gleichzeitig eine Zeitreise unternehmen. Dreistündige Fahrten führen entlang der Westseite von Funchal und halten in Cabo Girao, der höchsten Klippe am Meer des Kontinents.
Die Reisen beinhalten Zeit für ein malerisches Bad sowie Proben von Madeira-Wein und lokalem Honigkuchen. Es besteht auch eine gute Chance, dass diejenigen an Bord der Santa Maria während ihrer Tour Wale, Delfine und andere Meereslebewesen beobachten.
The basics
Constructed in the small fishing village of Câmara de Lobos, the Santa Maria de Colombo aims to bring 15th-century maritime history to life. The replica vessel is based on historical documents and makes an impressive spectacle on the water. The 72-foot (22-meter) ship is built from mahogany and features a 53-foot (16-meter) mast along with multiple sails.
You can admire the recreated galleon from the shore, or hop on board for a trip around Madeira’s southern coast. To beat the crowds and make your sailing experience even simpler, secure your tickets online before you travel. The cruise along the coast makes stops for swimming breaks during the summer.
Things to know before you go
- Both a bar and a bathroom are located on board.
- Keep a lookout and bring a camera with you: Many voyages on the Santa Maria de Colombo also double as dolphin-spotting excursions,
- Local Madeira wine and honey cake are frequently offered during cruises.
How to get there
The Santa Maria de Colombo is located on Funchal’s waterfront, along the city’s marina, at Loja 3. The ticket office is situated separately just steps away. The marina is only moments from central Funchal and can be reached by taxi, by bike, by local bus services, or on foot.
When to get there
Daily tours are offered from 10:30am–1:30pm and from 3–6pm. Book tickets online in advance to simplify your experience and guarantee a reservation.
How to explore Funchal’s waterfront
In addition to the Santa Maria de Colombo, there are other transportation options for exploring Funchal’s coast. For a luxury experience, book a whale- or dolphin-spotting trip on a catamaran, join a hop-on hop-off bus tour to explore the city’s waterfront highlights, or book an excursion just beyond city limits to the Cabo Girão Skywalk: a glass-bottomed lookout point on one of the island’s highest sea cliffs.
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