On the website, you will find a map, gallery and a reservation form, which isn’t unfortunately very user-friendly for foreign tourists. The website is only available in Portuguese.
The price is fixed – 25 euro per night.
If you have slept in one of those shelters, I am extremely interested in your reviews and your tips. Would you recommend this option to other tourists? Please leave a comment below!
7. Free campsites in Madeira
Yes, there are both commercial and free campsites in Madeira.
I have already mentioned them in one of my previous posts“Backpacking & hitchhiking in Madeira”, be sure to check it!
In order to sleep on one of these free campsites, you need a permission from the Instituto das Florestas e Conservacao da Natureza – IFCN, because the campsites are located within the national parks.
You should apply well in advance, as sometimes it takes time to receive a response. Do not leave it until the last moment. The short application form “Formulário Campismo” can be found on this site. There is also a video ahowing how to apply correctly.
You should definitely check this location: https://www.airbnb.pt/rooms/34562229?s=67&unique_share_id=a4dea7a8-8b77-4c9b-b4e9-7b515ba69529 in the north of Madeira 🙂
Thanks for the suggestion!
Ola, just found your blog. Really excellent. Going back to Funchal in Feb 2020. Lots of good info here. Obrigado do Canada
Hello Ray, Thanks for your nice words! Greetings from beautiful Madeira.