The Atlantic's far frontier, reached only with authorization.
The Selvagens Islands lie 280 km south of Madeira, closer to the Canaries than to Funchal, a tiny, remote archipelago and one of the oldest fully protected nature reserves in Portugal. In recent years they have become one of the largest fully protected marine reserves in the North Atlantic. Almost no one goes there. Reaching them takes preparation, permission and a credentialed agent.
Why the Selvagens matter
- A nature reserve since 1971, among the oldest in the country.
- One of the largest fully protected marine reserves in the North Atlantic.
- Studied by National Geographic Pristine Seas and other leading marine science institutions.
- A nesting ground for vast colonies of Atlantic seabirds.
- Permanently watched over by wardens, with no tourism infrastructure.
What access requires
The Selvagens are not a casual call. Access is tightly controlled by the IFCN, with strict limits and conditions, and the islands lie a long way offshore. A visit must be planned, authorized and supported. We coordinate the authorization, the logistics and the call, working with the authorities so the visit is correct, safe and fully compliant.
Who we help here
- Scientific and research expeditions.
- Expedition vessels and documentary productions.
- Superyachts with a genuine purpose and the patience to do it properly.
Authorization is not assumed. It is managed.
The Selvagens are the clearest proof of what sets us apart, access to places almost no one can reach, handled by an agent who knows how.
Frequently asked questions
Can you visit the Selvagens Islands?
Only with authorization. The Selvagens, 280 km south of Madeira, are one of the oldest fully protected nature reserves in Portugal, permanently watched over by wardens, with no tourism infrastructure.
How far are the Selvagens from Madeira?
About 280 km south of Madeira, closer to the Canary Islands than to Funchal. A visit must be planned, authorized and supported.
Who arranges authorized calls to the Selvagens?
A credentialed agent working with the IFCN. We coordinate the authorization, the logistics and the call for scientific expeditions, documentary productions and superyachts.