What to expect when hiking in Madeira? Mystical cloud forests, volcanic peaks above the clouds, hidden waterfalls, narrow ridge paths that steal your breath, tunnels carved through the mountains, and sudden shifts from sun to mist in minutes. Every trail feels like a journey through a new world — and no two hikes are ever the same. To make the most of this island’s wild beauty, I’ve spent over two years exploring and mapping Madeira’s best-kept secrets — from famous PR routes to quiet trails loc