The west side of Madeira Island offers some of the most dramatic, wild, and diverse landscapes in the entire archipelago. The region is marked by steep cliffs, lush forests, deep valleys, and craggy mountains, all bathed in the ever-present mist and the temperate climate of the island. This area of Madeira is where the island’s rugged, volcanic origins are most apparent, and the landscape is both awe-inspiring and highly varied.