Porto Santo’s coast is ideal for water sports. Sailing, windsurfing and water-skiing are all popular. Or try sport fishing and experience the thrill of catching tuna or swordfish. Bored of the sea? Then take to the air and have a go at paragliding or hang-gliding.

And when you’re ready for a change, head in-land on foot, by bike or in an off-roader and be amazed at the unforgettable scenery.

Or hire a sailing boat for a day or more and head off to the Ilhas Desertas Nature Reserve – an area of almost 1,500 hectares where, if you’re lucky, you will even spot the rare sea wolf.