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Porto Santo Line

Rua da Praia, n0 6, Funchal, Madeira 9000, Portugal
+351291210300
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Sunrise over Funchal, while on the ferry.
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Ranked #24 of 36 attractions in Funchal
4.0 of 5 stars 10 Reviews
Type: Ferries/ Boats
Owner description: Starting in 1996 the company acquired a ship to connect Madeira and Porto Santo, offering a safe, a regular and comfortable service. The ship...... more » Owner description: Starting in 1996 the company acquired a ship to connect Madeira and Porto Santo, offering a safe, a regular and comfortable service. The ship transports both passengers and cargo.You have unforgettable journey. « less
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Trisha_Ju
Madeira, Portugal
Senior Contributor
22 reviews
4 helpful votes
“A Ferry trip to Porto Santo!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2012

During my trips to Porto Santo and back to Funchal, I have had smooth journeys. The ferry has a restaurant and bar, newspaper kiosk and even souvenier shop. Cinema and so on are available. First class ticket available too, however, I haven't tried it myself, nor I will travel that way, as it isn't worth it for such a short... More

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Steve B
Funchal
Senior Contributor
24 reviews
8 helpful votes
“Great Ferry But...”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 December 2011

Do a day trip to Porto Santo. Do it once and remember that it isn't a patch of Madeira. Sorry.... More

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waikikisun
Senior Contributor
21 reviews
13 helpful votes
“Great trip to Porto Santo”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 December 2011
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We booked first class seats on this boat ride to Porto Santo, and it was well worth it. The views were great, and the area we were in was comfortable and spacious. Breakfast was included, and it was just okay, but the people who set it up really work hard to do it right. On the way back, they serve... More

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Galina C
St. Petersburg, Russia
2 reviews
“Porto Santo is worth visiting”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 December 2011

I recomment visiting Porto Santo to everyone! An exceptional beach! More

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Leflaneur14
Rio de Janeiro
Senior Contributor
27 reviews
25 helpful votes
“Confortable”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 November 2011
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Confortable, reliable and and pontual service. Terraces give nice views, although food could be improved. More

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sti_stage2
Ottawa, Canada
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27 reviews
66 helpful votes
“Great ferry to Porto Santo.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 June 2011
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Porto Santo Line is an excellent ferry service to the island of Porto Santo, just off of Madeira. My girlfriend and I definitely recommend taking a day trip to Porto Santo to explore the island. We went during May, and it definitely was not beach season per se, however it was still nice to see the island. Porto Santo feels... More

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Miguel1979xx
Funchal, Portugal
1 review
6 helpful votes
“Very good service”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 June 2011
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Porto santo is the most beautiful place,good food, the service was very good. More

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ACapelo
Funchal, Portugal
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19 reviews
“Boa organização”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 February 2012
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JohnsonDaniel
Cologne, Germany
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48 reviews
10 helpful votes
“Nette Insel - Sandstrand”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 January 2012
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cisky82
Milan, Italy
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
“Un pò caro il trasporto ma ne vale veramente la pena!”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 September 2011
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