MADEIRA GEO TOURS - RIBEIRA BRAVA SUNDAYS WITH SANDRO VICENTE

Created for those who seek depth, data, and authenticity.

Experience Overview

Embark on a journey from the birth of the Ribeira Brava valley to the town's role in the Portuguese maritime expansion. Discover how the riches of sugarcane, the impact of flash floods, and the brilliance of vernacular engineering shaped this town's resilience over six centuries.
This experience transcends a simple walk; it is a technical and sensory field class where geology, engineering, architecture, biology, and history converge.

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Tour Details

GENERAL INFORMATION

3-hours tour;
1.5 kilometers (urban circuit);
Easy walking tour;
Pace and subjects adjusted to participants;
Group size from 3 to 8 participants.

TECHNICAL AND SCIENTIFIC FOCUS

Field characterization of quaternary alluvial deposits and subaerial lava flows;
Analysis of hydrogeological risks and urban spatial planning;
Overview of six centuries of history and socio-economic evolution;
Observation of architectural characteristics of Madeira's historical buildings;
Didactic components supported by technical maps, geological sketches, and digital media.

LOGISTICS

Private transportation included from the municipalities of Ponta do Sol, Ribeira Brava, Câmara de Lobos and Funchal;
Personal accident and liability insurance, in accordance with Portuguese regulations.

REQUIREMENTS

Participants must be in good physical condition and in good health;
Participants must be at least 13 years old and 135 cm tall for transport purposes;
Participants must be 90 years old or younger for insurance purposes;
It's recommended that participants bring and/or wear a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, hiking boots or sturdy shoes, weather-appropriate clothing, and have enough water and snacks for the walking tour.

35€ per person (VAT not included)

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