Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike

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Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike
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Top rated
4.8360453 out of 5 stars
4.8
4.8360453 out of 5 stars
799 reviews

Explore Rabacal Park and the 25 Fontes trail at your own pace with a self-guided hiking day with a round-trip transfer from Funchal. Wander along weaving paths as you admire waterfalls and lagoons.

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Duration 8 hours
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Driver
English
Pickup included
Pickup and drop-off are available from the following areas: Funchal, Câmara de Lobos, Ribeira Brava, Ponta do Sol, Madalena do Mar, and Calheta. The activity provider will confirm the exact pick-up point and time in advance via WhatsApp. Please ensure you confirm your departure by 4 PM the day before.

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Tracy – United Kingdom

Perfect in every way. Pedro was so lovely and provided us with all the information we needed to know. More than enough time to get round the hike although I think our legs will be aching tomorrow with all the steps up and down! So glad we decided on the 6am hike as we were the first people at 25 Fontes and got some beautiful photos. Within a couple of hours there were people everywhere on the hike!

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Denis – Poland

Amazing trip, worth the money and time spent. In the morning it was a bit chilly, but in the afternoon it became really hot, so be prepared. Hiking trail is not so difficult, so probably you will have some time to explore other routes nearby, at least partly, as we did. Guide was very friendly, ready to answer the questions about the route and provide with the recommendations. Transport was good as well. Of course, bring water and snacks, as well as a raincoat and sun protection.

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Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    4 pickup location options:

    Ponta Do Sol, Câmara De Lobos, Funchal, Ribeira Brava

  • Van

    (110 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Rabaçal

    Hiking (5 hours)

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • 4 drop-off locations:

    Ponta Do Sol, Câmara De Lobos, Funchal, Ribeira Brava

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Waterfalls
  • Walking
  • Levadas
  • Most visited Levada in Madeira
  • Laurissilva Nature

Full description

Experience a different perspective on hiking: at your own rythym. With pick up and drop at your accommodation*, enjoy a Self Guided hike and visit the one of the most famous walk in Madeira: 25 Fontes and Risco Levada. Our schedules allow you to "skip the line" and have the path almost to yourself, during the first hours.

Program:

The guests are picked up at their accommodation to join a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van), in direction to the 2nd famous hike in Madeira - 25 Fontes in Rabaçal (beggining).
The hosts provide hike instructions and map explanation, with schedules. You will have 5 hours to do both paths "25 Fontes" and "Risco", ending at the cafe - Casa do Rabaçal. The pick up and drop of locations are the same (parking lot).

Hike Information:
- Duration: 5 hours
- Extension: 10 km
- Starting Point: Parking Lot 25 Fontes
- Ending Point: Parking Lot 25 Fontes
- Max Elevation: 1300 m
- Min Elevation: 1000 m

Transfer Information:
- Capacity: 8 people
- From the city to Rabaçal: average 1.5 hour
- From Rabaçal to the city: average 1.5 hour
- *Pick up/Drop off limits: Funchal, central area of Camara de Lobos, Ponta do Sol (center), Ribeira Brava (center), Calheta (center) and Caniço areas only

Weather conditions are very unpredictable in this part of the island. Your reservation can be canceled or postponed.
The day before the hike, you will receive (via email or WhatsApp) the exact pickup time and a weather forecast, in order for you to be as prepared as you can be.


The schedules presented may be altered in case of delay in traffic, bad weather conditions or even delay by the guests.

Includes

  • Transfer (pick up and drop off)
  • Driver/Host
  • Guide (Its a Self-Guided Hike)
  • 3€ Forest Fee Ticket - IFCN (Forest Department) - Bookable via the official website or paid on the moment of the hike - https://ifcn.madeira.gov.pt/pt/atividades-de-natureza/percursos-pedestres-recomendados/percursos-pedestres-recomendados.html
  • Water and Food

Not suitable for

  • Children under 16 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users
  • People afraid of heights
  • People with vertigo
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People diving up to 24 hours prior
  • People with altitude sickness
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with recent surgeries
  • People with low level of fitness
  • People over 70 years
  • People with insect allergies

Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Food and drinks
  • Sunscreen
  • Rain gear
  • Outdoor clothing

Not allowed

  • Pets
  • Unaccompanied minors

Know before you go

  • Before booking:
  • 1. Location were pick up is NOT INCLUDED:
  • Any other locations besides: Funchal, Câmara de lobos (center), Ponta do sol (center), Rineira Brava (center), Calheta (center).
  • 2. About 10km, medium level hike with stairs and hills
  • 3. Two main attractions: Waterfall of Risco and Waterfall of 25 Fontes
  • 4. Self guided hike
  • 5. Pick up details are sent the day before, so the pick up location MUST be updated on the app.
  • 6. It's non-refundable (24 hours prior) for any reason (illness, flight delays, fall asleep, etc).
  • 7. We only assure to that you can beat the crowds if you choose the 06.30am slot.
  • 8. We accept LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS (daily until 00.00h)
  • The starting time on your tickets and on the webpage is an approximate time. Since this is a shared transfer, the pick-up time will depend on everyone's location

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.8 /5

based on 799 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.9/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.7/5

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Tracy – United KingdomMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Perfect in every way. Pedro was so lovely and provided us with all the information we needed to know. More than enough time to get round the hike although I think our legs will be aching tomorrow with all the steps up and down! So glad we decided on the 6am hike as we were the first people at 25 Fontes and got some beautiful photos. Within a couple of hours there were people everywhere on the hike!
D
Denis – PolandMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
Amazing trip, worth the money and time spent. In the morning it was a bit chilly, but in the afternoon it became really hot, so be prepared. Hiking trail is not so difficult, so probably you will have some time to explore other routes nearby, at least partly, as we did. Guide was very friendly, ready to answer the questions about the route and provide with the recommendations. Transport was good as well. Of course, bring water and snacks, as well as a raincoat and sun protection.
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Abi – United KingdomMay 14, 2025 – Verified booking
went on the earlier time, and the trail was empty for the first couple of hours. guide was very informative.

Product ID: 418009

Activity provider:Do it Madeira

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