Madeira: Banana Plantation Guided Tour with Tasting

Explore one of the largest banana plantation on the island of Madeira with a local guide. Learn about the history of the plantation and the cultivation techniques used to grow the fruit.

Meet your guide in a sub-tropical village on the island of Madeira. Once surrounded by waterfalls and huge banana plants, explore hidden paths in this kind of "jungle." Identify the different varieties of bananas and learn about the techniques of cultivation.

Hear about some producing secrets and the economic importance of the fruit. See people farming and with luck, have the opportunity to have a quick taste of other tropical fruits collected directly from the trees.

Notice typical constructions used by banana farmers. Learn about the folk's legacy that should be shared. When you reach the highest point of your cultural tour, stop to take a look at the view and have a break with a taste of a banana.