MADEIRA
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The 10 most popular levada walks & hikes in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Guided Rabaçal Valley levada hike from Funchal to Levada das 25 Fontes, with an 800m tunnel return. Hotel pickup included.
“Excellent day from start to finish. Our guide was superb and gave us a real appreciation of the fauna and flora of the Rabacal Valley. Weather was a bit hit and miss but overall a really nice hike along the Levadas in beautiful surroundings.”
Shared van transfer from Funchal to Rabaçal for a self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco Levada hike with early-crowd timing.
“Pedro was punctual and gave us good tips. The hike was beautiful.”
Air-conditioned East Madeira tour with Pico do Arieiro views, Laurissilva levada walk, Santana lunch, and Porto da Cruz rum tasting.
“Our tour guide Lucy was AMAZING! I have never met anyone with such fun and positive energy. We got to see a great amount of the island, without it being too strenuous. We loved the tour, will definitely be recommending to our friends.”
Hassle-free transfer and self-guided PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde hike from Funchal. Tunnels, waterfalls, and a small-group day.
“Our guide gave us plenty of time to complete our hike. Punctual, we were picked up at the time he discussed. He also checked in on us during our hike with messages. Very happy would recommend”
Full-day Rabaçal walk to 25 Fontes waterfalls plus Cabo Girão sky views, finished with a rugged 4x4 adventure from Funchal.
“Julia, our guide was very friendly and informative. The walk through the Levadas was stunning, busy at times with other tourists but still excellent trip. Lunch which we paid for separately was great value, would recommend this too.”
8-hour east Madeira safari with Pico do Arieiro views, Balcões Levada hike, Santana thatched homes, rum distillery, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
“Such a great trip loads packed into one day but never felt rushed or too much. Driver was so knowledgeable and friendly and the lunch was incredible value and delicious. Don't make the same mistake as us and forget a jacket, can be windy in the jeep when stood up”
A guided 7-hour Madeira hike along levada irrigation channels to Caldeirão Verde waterfall, with pickup, scenic stops, and a picnic.
“This tour was really stunning. In winter it would be even better, so I'm told. The views are stunning. The walk is easy. The waterfall at the end is definitely worth every step. Take a flaslight with you and mind your head in the tunnels.”
Hike Madeira’s Rabacal Valley to 25 fountains and a UNESCO laurel forest, with pickup, guide context, and an 800m tunnel.
“The 21 springs and waterfall walk was great, made even better by Samuel, our guide’s happy and friendly manner”
Madeira East tour with levada walk, Santana village, Pico do Arieiro views, and a 3-course lunch plus Porto Cruz rum tasting.
“Our guide Mr Gama was amazing and very attentive to the whole group alot of information on the island and it's history. Would definitely recommend this tour.”
A guided Madeira levada walk to Caldeirão Verde through the UNESCO Laurissilva Forest, tunnels, and an emerald lagoon waterfall.
“A great walk with a fantastic host and some beautiful sights. You don't get much time to stop and take photos as the levada is quite closed in so lots of time spent passing or letting others past rather than fully taking it in. However despite that I had a really great time and would…”
