{"id":9565,"date":"2025-09-16T18:59:56","date_gmt":"2025-09-16T18:59:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.findmadeira.pt\/vaga\/doca-do-cavacas\/"},"modified":"2025-09-20T15:36:59","modified_gmt":"2025-09-20T15:36:59","slug":"doca-do-cavacas","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/www.findportugal.pt\/en\/visit\/doca-do-cavacas\/","title":{"rendered":"Doca do Cavacas"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\nCarved into the volcanic cliffs at the western edge of Funchal, Doca do Cavacas is a small natural haven where lava pools meet the Atlantic. With its dramatic rock formations and shimmering turquoise waters, this seaside lido is one of Madeira\u2019s most atmospheric bathing spots.<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/h3>\n<p>Perched between the black cliffs of Ponta da Cruz and the sandy curve of Praia Formosa, Doca do Cavacas is a natural oceanfront retreat that has long charmed both locals and travellers. The space is a harmonious blend of human craft and volcanic geology: tidal pools, sculpted by centuries of waves against basalt rock, have been carefully adapted into sheltered saltwater swimming areas.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>A ride down the steep steps or the small lift reveals a series of crystalline pools connected by stone walkways. Here the Atlantic is tamed, its waves spilling gently over lava barriers to refresh the water without the turbulence of the open sea. The result is an ever-changing mosaic of emerald and deep-blue tones, where children paddle safely and adults stretch out on sun-warmed stone ledges.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>Beyond swimming, the setting itself is part of the allure. The horizon stretches endlessly, broken only by the silhouette of Cabo Gir\u00e3o\u2019s cliffs in the distance. Sunset is a magical hour: as the sun sinks, the sea turns copper and rose, and the scent of salt mingles with the aroma of grilled fish drifting from the neighbouring Restaurant, a favourite for seafood lovers.<\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><em>Doca do Cavacas is a meeting point between ocean and mountain, between wild nature and gentle leisure. With its modest charm and breathtaking scenery, it embodies the simple pleasure of diving into the Atlantic and lingering until dusk.<\/em><\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 30px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udccd\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/visitmadeira.com\/en\/what-to-do\/experiencing-the-city-of-funchal\/enjoying-the-sea\/doca-do-cavacas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Doca do Cavacas, Funchal<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<p><strong>Address: <\/strong>Rua da Ponta da Cruz 66, 9000-250 Funchal<strong><br \/>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong><div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Phone: <\/strong>291 105\u00a0760<strong><br \/>\n<div class=\"eltd-separator-holder clearfix  eltd-separator-center eltd-separator-normal\">\n\t<div class=\"eltd-separator\" style=\"margin-top: 5px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Hours:<\/strong> 10am-7pm<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":9585,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_themeisle_gutenberg_block_has_review":false,"_promoted":"","_job_location":"Rua da Ponta da Cruz 66, 9000-250 Funchal","_application":"geral@frentemarfunchal.pt","_company_name":"Doca do Cavacas","_company_tagline":"Swim in natural lava pools carved into Funchal\u2019s cliffs, a seaside retreat where the Atlantic rolls at your feet.","_company_twitter":"","_company_video":"","_filled":0,"_featured":0,"_remote_position":0,"_job_salary":"","_job_salary_currency":"","_job_salary_unit":""},"job-categories":[133],"job-types":[],"class_list":["post-9565","job_listing","type-job_listing","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","job_listing_category-visit"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - 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