Pešačenje / Izlet #1222
The old Whalers trail from Machico to Canical

This hike is part of an old Whalers path between Machico and Canical, it is a walk that needs some care as the route seems indistinct in some parts. There are a couple of ridges to cross, the first ridge with a pylon, you climb over and carry on to the next valley, the second ridge you must go around. The path splits just before the second ridge crest and you should carry straight on toward the sea and then follow the path round the ridge crest.
There are terrific views west to Machico, east to Canical, on to the Sao Lourenco Peninsular and over the sea cliffs out to sea.
The walk passes through some ancient derelict terraces, said to be the oldest on the Island.
This hike will always be there but the scenery will alter as Canical now has a new Harbour built for Container ships, it will shortly be an extremely busy industrial area as the working port of Funchal will be moved to Canical.