Nat Geo Day Tour: Sustainable Agriculture in Quinta Pedagógica da Camacha
Excursions & day trips

Nat Geo Day Tour: Sustainable Agriculture in Quinta Pedagógica da Camacha

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£75.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 2 hours to 4 hours
Do this because
  • Explore Quinta Pedagogica da Camacha, a farm in Madeira dedicated to sustainable agriculture, with an exclusive tour for National Geographic travelers led by the owner, Bruno Santos
  • Tour the grounds of the hillside farm, visiting the herb gardens, fields, strawberry plantations and Maderian terraced 'poios'
  • Embrace the farm's hands-on learning environment and try out interactive activities such as picking fruit and sowing seeds
  • Visit the farm's market, created by Bruno to help local vendors reach a wider community, inspired by the 'buy local' mantra
  • Sample farm-fresh treats, including homemade cakes, fresh jams, and refreshing tea brewed from locally grown herbs
What to expect

Drive through Funchal's bustling town and Madeira's magnificent rolling hills towards Quinta Pedagogica da Camacha, a small farm committed to sustainable agriculture. Here, your National Geographic-trained guide will offer insights into the region and introduce you to the farm's owner, Bruno Santos. Having left accounting for agriculture, Bruno now dedicates his life to helping his neighborhood through sustainable farming, a lowered environmental footprint, and community outreach.

Follow Bruno through flowering groves as you explore the grounds. You'll learn about the many uses for their freshly grown herbs and visit their strawberry plantation. Observe the fields and poios—what Madeirans call the terraced areas where they grow their crops—as you learn about the farm's produce and animal husbandry. The farm is home to various animals including chickens, goats, sheep, and more. There's even a small market Bruno created, to help other local vendors reach their greater community, inspired by the ‘buy local' mantra.

You'll also experience a host of seasonal activities, offered exclusively to National Geographic travelers. Harvest ripe fruits and learn the proper techniques for sowing seeds in a planting workshop. This hands-on learning environment brings Bruno's sustainability and bio-friendly philosophy to life. Afterwards, you'll relax and enjoy refreshing tea brewed from the farm's own herbs, as well as homemade cakes, toast, and jams preserved from local fruits.

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What's included
  • check Guide
  • check Panoramic bus tour
  • check Transport
  • check Local delicacy tasting
  • check Coffee or tea
  • check Snack
  • check Exclusive TUI itinerary
What to remember
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to moderate walking distance during tour
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility due to uneven paths or steps
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Please note that all times are approximate and subject to change
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
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Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

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