Be Safe in Madeira

This is one of the few places in the world where you can enjoy the city after dark without concern for your personal safety. Madeira is a sub-tropical island that differs from other locations with similar climates in a very special way; the island has virtually no pests and is free of dangerous insects and bugs. Wild animals are limited to rabbits and birds and there are no snakes or swarms of irritating mosquitoes. On the same note, the waters surrounding Madeira are shark-free and you can venture out in a boat to encounter harmless whales, turtles and dolphins.

Safety

Madeira is one of the few places in the world where you can enjoy the city after dark without concern for your personal safety; however, common sense should not be left at home.

Health

There are no health risks attached to travel to Madeira. A yellow fever vaccination certificate is necessary for entry for anyone travelling from an infected area and destined for the Azores or Madeira.

Be careful not to underestimate the power of the sun, particularly when on or near the water.

Travel insurance

Health facilities are good and reciprocal health agreements exist with most European countries including the UK, whose citizens can receive free emergency care at state hospitals; dental care and repatriation costs are not covered under this agreement and medical insurance is therefore advised.