


Welcome to Pico & Poncha:
Your one-stop Madeira travel blog.
My name’s Katie – I created this blog for everyone who’s tired of visiting the same old tourist destinations.
Pico & Poncha is all about uncovering the island’s less-visited hikes and destinations.
At the same time, I want to make travelling the island as easy as possible for first-timers, so I’ll cover all island necessities (…including poncha and pastel da nata).

Madeira Travel Blog: Latest Posts
- Getting Around Madeira: A Complete Guide to the Best Transport Types
- Budget For Madeira: Is Madeira Expensive to Visit?
- Steal My Madeira Packing List: What to Wear in Madeira for a Comfortable Trip
- Levada dos Maroços Hike Guide: A Stunning and Easy Hike from Machico
- Pico do Facho, Machico: The Best Hiking Routes — and Is It Worth It?
- 10 Incredible Things to Do in Machico, Madeira: The Island’s Old Capital
Please travel Madeira responsibly. When you visit this small island, pick up your litter, drink responsibly and be kind and courteous to the island’s residents. Let’s support local businesses as much as possible.