GARAJAU’S MARINE PARK NATURE RESERVE – THE FIRST PORTUGUESE EXCLUSIVELY MARINE RESERVE.
Garajau’s partial Natural Reserve, located near Caniço on the southern coastline of Madeira and east of the Funchal Bay was established in 1986. The marine park which is 376 hectares with a coastal length of approximately seven kms includes a strip stretching from the high tide line into the ocean at a depth of 50 metres. Amongst the fauna of this park are larger fish such as the Epinephelus guaza and also a variety of other coastal species. Groups of Atlantic manta rays (manta birostris) can also be seen here. Their size and graceful movement has transformed the area into an international attraction for scuba and skin diving enthusiasts. Sea urchins, sea cucumbers, starfish, brittle stars, sponges and sea anemones can also be found on the rocky substrate and large colonies of eels can be seen on the sandy floors. Fishing is forbidden inside the park and navigation is also strictly controlled and only small boats are allowed to approach the beaches. Quality of water allows great visibility below depths of 20 metres for scuba diving enthusiasts; a support centre is located in the Cais do Lazareto in the westernmost limit of the Reserve, where Environmental Education programmes are implemented and equipment/facilities are available for filling diving bottles.
JUST LISTED - LUXURY VILA OVERLOOKING GARAJAU’S NATURE RESERVE !
Brand new freehold luxury vila in final stages of completion overlooking Garajau’s coastal nature reserve, close to restaurants, within 10 mins’ drive from Funchal city centre and Palheiro Golf Course.
Contemporary open plan design with stunning panoramic views of the Atlantic ocean offering 3 spacious sunny bedrooms, 2 bathrooms with master en-suite, large open-plan gourmet kitchen, 2 receptions plus separate studio leading onto private secluded garden. Asking Price €695 000.
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