Holidays to Santo da Serra introduce you to golf courses and hiking trails with unspoiled views across Portugal's volcanic island.
High tee
If you didn't think Madeira was a golf destination, think again. Among the eastern mountains, rolling hills and dense forests of this little island south-west of mainland Portugal, Santo da Serra has managed to squeeze in its own 27-hole course. And as expected, the scenery's jaw-dropping.
Wild walks
There's plenty of opportunities to stretch your legs, with hiking trails meandering towards forests and hills straight from town. A 10-minute drive west will take you to Quinta do Riacho, where you can take a rest and ride the trails on horseback.