Far, far away… but also right here! Parts of the Star Wars series The Acolyte were filmed across Madeira, turning our island into mysterious planets of the galaxy. From the windswept cliffs of Ponta de São Lourenço to the misty, otherworldly Fanal Forest and the volcanic shores of Porto Moniz, these landscapes became the backdrop for Jedi, Sith, and galactic intrigue.
Below, you’ll find each filming location with images references (© Lucasfilm Ltd) so you can explore Madeira as if you were stepping into the Star Wars universe yourself.
Fanal ancient forest
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Planet Khofar
The misty laurel woods that became home to Jedi secrets.
Fanal ancient forest
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Planet Khofar, forest walking
The misty laurel woods that became home to Jedi secrets. Fun fact: You can see my house from this location!
Boa Ventura
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Planet Khofar
A lush, rugged valley where Mae and Qimir touch down before entering the forest world of Khofar. The winding paths and deep greens here capture the perfect “alien jungle” feel straight from the series.
Porto Moniz natural pools
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Unknown Planet
Volcanic rock pools transformed into alien waterscapes. Fun fact: We swim in these pools very often! This is our local ‘beach’.
Ribeira da Janela
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Unknown Planet
Dramatic sea stacks and caves used for mysterious encounters.
Explore the Galaxy your way
If you’d like to experience Madeira through the lens of Star Wars, I offer private, fully customisable tours that visit these incredible filming locations from The Acolyte. Walk the same cliffs, forests, and volcanic shores that brought the galaxy to life — all at your own pace, with hidden gems and local insights along the way.
May the Force (and great views) be with you!
Interested travelers can contact me directly to plan their own Star Wars adventure across Madeira.