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Madeira Nature Festival 2027: dates and activities
A week when the island shows what it is the rest of the year: a nature destination.
The 2027 Madeira Nature Festival runs from 5 to 10 October, with activities spread across the whole island, from mountain and Laurissilva forest to valleys and sea. Here is what to expect, and why October is one of the best months to be outdoors in Madeira.
In short
The 2027 Nature Festival runs from 5 to 10 October, with activities spread across the whole island, from mountain and Laurissilva forest to valleys and sea. It is the week when Madeira deliberately shows what it is the rest of the year: a nature destination. For anyone who enjoys hiking, diving, canyoning or birdwatching, it is probably the best week in the calendar.
What to expect
A programme of organised activities, many free or at symbolic prices, spanning disciplines: guided walks, sea sports, mountain activities, nature interpretation sessions and family experiences. October helps: temperatures at altitude are comfortable, the sea is still warm, and the trails are less busy than in summer.
Tips from people who live here
Book your trails even during the festival. Access rules for classified routes apply always: mandatory booking and a fee. See our complete guide to trail fees and bookings.
Check trail status. October can bring the first autumn rains, and closures are announced by IFCN.
The official programme is released close to the date. The specific activities are announced in the preceding weeks; the 5 to 10 October window is what is confirmed in the official calendar.
Frequently asked questions
When is the Nature Festival in 2027?
From 5 to 10 October.
Are the activities free?
Many are free or at symbolic cost, but several require prior registration and have limited places.
Do I need experience to take part?
There are activities for every level, including families. Mountain and sea activities have their own requirements, indicated in the programme.
Want to plan your Nature Festival week around the right trails and activities? Talk to us, or see the full events calendar for the rest of the year.
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