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Praia do Garajau
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Praia do Garajau
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About
Praia do Garajau is located on the Atlantic ocean and it is in the 5th place out of 27 beaches in the Madeira region 5.4 km away from its center, the city of Funchal. It is one of the beaches of Canico settlement, just 1.9 km from its center. The beach is located in a natural place with very picturesque views, among the mountains, surrounded by the cliffs.
It is a spacious coastline with crystal turquoise water and gray pebble, so it is highly recommended to wear special shoes. The sharpness of entering the water is quite normal. This beach is suitable for different categories of people, lonely travellers, relaxation getaway lovers, partygoers etc. It is not crowded place during the season.
Praia do Garajau coast is free for all. This beach has the following amenities, beach restaurant, toilets. .
In addition to swimming and sunbathing, you can also take part in other activities.
This beach is easily accessible, it is located very close to road. Parking is located directly on the beach.
1 more beaches are also available within a 5 km radius. The best one is Nemo beach, which has a rating of 7.6.
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Praia do Garajau (Madeira) is located outside the Canico settlement, which may cause some difficulties for travelers who stay far from the coast. However, the remoteness from the village is not always a bad thing. Lovers of quiet rest know, the farther the beach, the fewer crowds.
The beach stretches on the coast of the Madeira island and the easiest way to get to the beach is by car or bike. If you don't have this option, then the second best solution is to use the taxi, which can drive you directly to the beach. The only problem, if your stay is far away it can be quite expensive. There is also a possibility of use of public transport, but in this case you need to check the correct route to the Praia do Garajau with the locals. Take into account that the bus stop is usually in some distance., but accessing the beach requires traversing some distance on foot. While driving or cycling are the most convenient options for reaching the start point of trail, these methods may not be feasible for everyone. Alternatively, a taxi can be used to drive directly to the location. Public transportation is another option, but it's important to confirm the correct route with locals beforehand as the bus stop may be located at some distance.
User reviews
"Although the beach has a rocky terrain, the picturesque view of the bay makes it worth the visit. The restaurant on the beach is well-maintained and offers all the amenities one could ask for. However, if you're looking for a spot to swim in Madeira, there are better options available."
Lena Bauer
"The snorkeling at this beach is great with an abundance of fish, but it's not the most ideal due to the rocky terrain and the slipperiness when entering the water."
Lydia Mitchell
User reviews
"Although the beach has a rocky terrain, the picturesque view of the bay makes it worth the visit. The restaurant on the beach is well-maintained and offers all the amenities one could ask for. However, if you're looking for a spot to swim in Madeira, there are better options available."
Lena Bauer
"The snorkeling at this beach is great with an abundance of fish, but it's not the most ideal due to the rocky terrain and the slipperiness when entering the water."
Lydia Mitchell
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Nearest Beaches
Average rating of nearest beaches is 7.2 (Good)
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Machico 0.7 km
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Canical 0.2 km
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Quinta do Lorde 0.6 km
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Ribeira Brava 0.1 km
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Ponta do Sol 0.2 km
Beach surroundings
Restaurants
- Bar Restaurante O Me...• 2 min walk
- Bar Teleférico• 4 min walk
- Snack Bar Restaurant...• 8 min walk
- Pão D'Ló• 8 min walk
Attractions
- Cristo Rei• 4 min walk
- Levada da Serra do F...• 4.8km
- Museu de Electricida...• 4.9km
Transport
- FNC• 9.9km
- Cancela-Zona 35• 17 min walk
Localities
- Canico• 1.9km
- Funchal• 5.4km
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Questions and answers
What is the water and sand quality of the Praia do Garajau?
The beachline of Praia do Garajau is covered with gray pebbles. It's very clean, the surface is pure and unmixed. Turquoise and clear water sparkles in the sun. The entrance is pebbly, so it is better to take special shoes.
What are the key activities at Praia do Garajau?
For the main activity - sunbathing, there are no sun loungers on the Praia do Garajau, so you need to take personal items with you and there is no natural shade, so be careful on a hot day.
Is the Praia do Garajau good for swimming?
The entrance to the water is gentle, the bottom is very rocky, so it is highly recommended to use special shoes. The prevalence of sharks in the area is low.
Praia do Garajau does not have a wave-protected swimming area, but there are usually no strong waves during the season.
Is the Praia do Garajau good for families?
Family travelers should consider the following features of the beach. On the beach, there are minimal sufficient amenities such as sun loungers or beach bar. It's covered with pebbles and the entrance to the water is gentle.
Is the Praia do Garajau secluded and good for relaxing?
The beach is located in a natural area. During the high season, the occupancy of the beach is moderate, which is very good for lovers of a relaxing holiday.
The following features add extra points:
- Picturesque views of the sea and the surrounding nature
- Mountains/hills in the vicinity
Is there any food or beverages in the area of Praia do Garajau?
The bar is located right on the Praia do Garajau.
There are 4 restaurants nearby.Bar Restaurante O Mero is the closest place located 100 meters from the beach.
What is the closest accommodation to the Praia do Garajau?
There are 2174 places to stay in the Praia do Garajau area.
Some of the best hotels in the area of Praia do Garajau include:
The most popular other types of accommodations nearby:
How far is the Praia do Garajau from parking?
The Praia do Garajau has a parking spot. It is not very large, so in high season it can be busy. The approximate distance from parking is less than 100 metres.
Are there any attractions nearby Praia do Garajau?
There are 3 attractions near Praia do Garajau that are popular with travelers. The nearest are Cristo Rei located in 0.2 km. See the attractions section for details.
What is the best time of the year to visit Praia do Garajau?
The month with the highest temperature in Praia do Garajau is August. Its average value reaches 23°C. The warmest sea is in September, the average value is 24°C. The coldest month is January with air temperature 18°C and water 19°C. See more details in weather section.
Is the beach good for sunbathing?
Praia do Garajau (Madeira island) is not fully equipped for sunbathing. However, if you are not picky and are willing to spread out on a towel, you can sunbathe here as well. The natural shade will allow you to hide from the scorching sun in the peak of its activity. Well, the photos of our visitors will be the best proof of that, all the available photos of the beach are above.This beach is poorly suitable for sunbathing. First of all Praia do Garajau (Madeira island) is completely lacking in comfortable sunbathe facilities. There are no sun loungers and umbrellas, this is usually not a problem for an unsophisticated tourist who can relax on a towel, but in this case the rest can be very uncomfortable due to pebbles.Lying on it is possible, but is far from comfortable. In addition there is a lack of natural shade, which leaves you alone with the summer sun. So our recommendation is that you can sunbathe comfortably on the Praia do Garajau for a short time, and not at the peak of sunbathing. If you want to explore the photos of this beach - they are above on the page.
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