“I’ve been coming to Madeira for more than 10 years now, and Manta Diving/Freediving Madeira has truly become a place where I feel completely at home. It’s not just the short distance to the ocean, but especially the incredible underwater nature park right in front of the base that makes this place so special. The cracks, canyons, and small caves are so much fun to explore and create the perfect playground for freestyle freediving.

The boat trips to the wreck and the Holy Wall are absolutely spectacular and remain some of the highlights of my year, every single time I come back. And then there are the unforgettable encounters with marine life — sunfish, dolphins, and many other surprises. I’m still waiting for the seal encounter, but I guess it’s good to leave something undiscovered for the next 10 years too.

Another big plus are the permanently installed buoys for every level of freediver. And with Sittika and Stefan, I have highly experienced freediving instructors who support, train, and coach me during the annual freediving camps.
But beyond the diving, it’s honestly the island itself that keeps drawing me back: the people, the scenery, the atmosphere, the food, and the wine — Madeira is simply an amazing place. It’s one of those destinations that never loses its magic, no matter how many times you return.”