The Madeira archipelago Butterfly and Moth fauna consists of 331 species and subspecies, of which 81 are endemic to the archipelago. Given Madeira’s proximity to Africa, it is possible to observe many migratory butterfly and moth species, such as the Diadem and the African Migrant.

During the tour you will have the opportunity to actively contribute to butterfly, moth and dragonflies conservation by gathering ecological data for Madeira Butterfly & Moth Monitoring Scheme. 5% of tours income will be donated to several international butterfly conservation organizations (Butterfly conservation Europe, Butterfly Conservation, De Vlinderstichting) and to the Madeira Butterfly & Moth Monitoring Scheme.

 

Days: Saturdays

Tour: Half Day - 09:00 - 12:30

Pick up: Included from Hotels in Funchal

Best time of the year: spring and summer.

Price:  35 Euros p.p

Payment: Deposit required

 

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Watch Madeira's exclusive and rare bat species like the Madeiran leisler’s bat and Madeira Pipistrelles and learn their ecological and morphological specificities, while they use echolocation to hunt for their prey. You can also become a bat scientist and contribute to the conservation of these fascinating flying mammals by participating voluntarily on the Madeira Island Bat Conservation & Monitoring Scheme.

 

Location: Central Mountains and farmland areas around Funchal.

Days: Thursdays

Start Time: (April to September 21:00 to 23:00), (October to March 19:30 to 22:00)

Included: Ultrasound detectors, pickup, drop off and naturalist guide

Price:  35 Euros p.p

Payment: Deposit required

 

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A unique bird tour where the Madeiran Firecrest, the laurel long toe pigeon,  Madeiran Chaffinch and several other endemic birds, can be observed. An opportunity to record your bird observations for the Portuguese bird conservation society - SPEA.

 

Location: Central Mountains and farmland areas around Funchal.

Days: Tuesdays

Start Time: 08h30 - 12h30

Included: Observation equipment, naturalist guide, pickup and drop off.

Price:  35 Euros p.p

Payment: Deposit required

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