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Discover the natural beauty of Madeira's Laurissilva forest on this guided levada walk. Enjoy stunning views, lush flora, a natural tunnel, and the scenic Valley of Rabaçal. Perfect for nature lovers.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 7 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English, French, Spanish, German, Portuguese
- Pickup included
- Pickup is included for guests staying at the designated hotels. We advise you to be ready and waiting in the hotel reception area 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. Our guides will wait approximately 5 minutes for each guest. Look out for our vans, which can be either white (smaller) or grey (larger). We strive to ensure a smooth and timely start to your adventure, though external delays can occur. If that happens, you will be updated on the day. One day before the activity, we may adjust the pickup time for your convenience.
Highlighted reviews from other travelers
My first time on a guided hike and enjoyed it. We took plenty of breaks and our guide shared lots of interesting information to us. Overall, it took over 4 hours (just the hike alone) - but that’s also because the trail can be busy and some parts are one lane only. I would definitely recommend. Our guide was Samuel and he was great and looked out for everyone.
Excellent organisation and communication right from the start with text and email with full details. Great transportation, excellent driver Carlos. Guide was friendly, knowledgeable and ensured everyone enjoyed the hike. Considerate stops before and after hike for toilet/ refreshments. Fantastic walk accessible to a range of ages / fitness.
Experience
Itinerary
47 pickup location options:
Vila Baleira Funchal, Pestana Palms, Pestana Carlton Madeira, Saccharum Resort & Spa, White Waters Hotel, Dom Pedro Garajau - Madeira, Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel, Suite Hotel Eden Mar, Pestana Royal All Inclusive, Savoy Palace, Roca Mar Hotel, Ocean Gardens Hotel, Enotel Magnólia, Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden, Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos, Pestana Promenade, Pestana CR7 Funchal, Pestana Madeira Beach Club, Four Views Oasis, Funchal Cable Car, Santa Cruz Village Hotel, Hotel Riu Madeira, Pestana Casino Park, VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira, Allegro Madeira - Adults Only, Hotel Royal Orchid, Hotel Vila Galé Santa Cruz, Praça do Povo, The Cliff Bay hotel, Sentido Galomar, La Vie, Hotel Madeira Panorâmico, Pestana Miramar, Hotel Escola, Hotel Orca Praia, Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira, Dom Pedro Madeira Hotel, Meliá Madeira Mare, Hotel Porto Mare, Pestana Village, Madeira Regency Cliff, Sentido Galosol, NEXT HOTEL, Calheta Beach - All-inclusive, Village Cabo Girao, Hotel Solar Bom Jesus, ROYAL SAVOY
Van
(1 hour)
Madeira
Scenic drive (30 minutes)
Local café
Break time (15 minutes)
Madeira
Scenic drive (15 minutes)
Laurisilva de Madeira
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)
Lagoa das 25 Fontes
Break time (30 minutes)
Laurisilva de Madeira
Photo stop, Visit, Guided tour, Sightseeing, Walk, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (2 hours)
Madeira
Scenic drive (15 minutes)
Local café
Break time (15 minutes)
Madeira
Scenic drive (30 minutes)
Van
(1 hour)
47 drop-off locations:
Savoy Palace, Pestana Village, Ocean Gardens Hotel, Reid's Palace, A Belmond Hotel, Madeira, Pestana Miramar, Pestana Royal All Inclusive, Hotel Vila Galé Santa Cruz, Hotel Solar Bom Jesus, Dorisol Buganvilia Studio Hotel, Pestana Promenade, Sentido Galosol, Quinta Splendida Wellness & Botanical Garden, Meliá Madeira Mare, Pestana Carlton Madeira, Saccharum Resort & Spa, Hotel Escola, Hotel Riu Madeira, Funchal Cable Car, Pestana Palms, Village Cabo Girao, Calheta Beach - All-inclusive, White Waters Hotel, Dom Pedro Garajau - Madeira, Suite Hotel Eden Mar, Dom Pedro Madeira Hotel, Hotel Porto Mare, Roca Mar Hotel, Hotel Orca Praia, La Vie, ROYAL SAVOY, NEXT HOTEL, Madeira Regency Cliff, Sentido Galomar, Allegro Madeira - Adults Only, Four Views Oasis, Vila Baleira Funchal, Pestana Casino Park, Hotel Madeira Panorâmico, Pestana Madeira Beach Club, Santa Cruz Village Hotel, Pestana CR7 Funchal, The Cliff Bay hotel, Pestana Fisherman Village - Camara de Lobos, Praça do Povo, Enotel Magnólia, Hotel Royal Orchid, VidaMar Resort Hotel Madeira
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
Highlights
- Experience the lush Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Discover a variety of native plants and wildlife
- Take in the stunning views of the Risco Waterfall & the 25 Fountains
- Walk through a natural tunnel, a unique feature of the trail
- Learn about Madeira's ecosystem and levadas from knowledgeable guides
Full description
Includes
- Nature walk: Enjoy a guided walk through the beautiful landscapes of Madeira.
- Mountain guide: A professional guide will lead you, ensuring a safe and informative experience.
- Insurance: Coverage (according with the Portuguese law) is provided to ensure peace of mind during your adventure.
- Transportation: Includes pickup and drop-off from your accommodation.
- Food and drinks: It might be possible to buy them before the hike, but this is not guaranteed. Please bring your own refreshments and do not count on purchasing them along the way.
Not suitable for
- Children under 8 years
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
- People with mobility impairments
- People with claustrophobia
- People with heart problems
- Wheelchair users
- People with respiratory issues
- People with pre-existing medical conditions
- People with kidney problems
- People with recent surgeries
- People with low level of fitness
- People with motion sickness
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Important information
What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Food and drinks
- Hiking shoes
- Sunscreen
- Rain gear
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Sandals or flip flops
- Pets
- Baby strollers
- Smoking
- Luggage or large bags
- Drinks in the vehicle
- Non-folding wheelchairs
- Food in the vehicle
- Vaping
- Fishing
- Alcohol and drugs
- Climbing
- Electric wheelchairs
- Firework
- Explosive substances
- Skates
- Making fire
- Nudity
- Food and drinks in the vehicle
Know before you go
- Health and Fitness: This tour envolves a 4h30 hike (approximately) and it requires a moderate level of fitness and is not suitable for individuals with severe health issues or limited mobility.
- Rain or Shine: This tour will take place regardless of weather conditions (if it's possible to do it safely)
- Pickup Locations: We only offer pickup services in the hotels mentioned in the itinerary.
- Cancellation Policy: No refunds are provided for cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity's start time.
- Age Restrictions: The hike is not ideal for very young children due to its length and difficulty.
- Breakfast: Ensure you have a hearty breakfast before embarking on the activity to keep your energy levels high throughout the hike.
- Multilingual Guide: Your tour may be led by a guide fluent in multiple languages. While we do our best to provide a guide who speaks your preferred language, this is not always guaranteed. In such cases, the tour will be conducted in English.