To get to Canhas from Funchal, you need to take the freeway towards Ribeira Brava (Funchal-Ribeira Brava). When you arrive at Ribeira Brava, exit the freeway and then follow the road signs towards Canhas.

To get there, follow the road signs towards Ponta do Sol. When you arrive there, it is worth having a look at the waterfall monument, that you find when you leave the last tunnel. At the round about, follow the direction towards the centre of Ponta do Sol.

Please, pay attention, for you must enter a secondary road. For that, you must follow the road signs on the second road on your right. After going up the hill, you will enter the Estrada Regional 101. Afterwards, go straight ahead until you find the road sign indicating Canhas.