Madeira · LEVADA WALKS
The channels are near-flat and shaded, which is why a levada is the walk you can do on the third day of a holiday. These 15 sort the guided ones from the ones you can do alone, with prices, transfer arrangements and a note on which tunnels need a torch.
Walk Madeira’s Rabaçal Valley from Funchal, seeing Risco Falls, 25 Fontes, endemic wildlife, and an 800-meter tunnel with a guide.
“lovely walking tour. beautiful views and everything was prompt and walked at a good pace. great if you don't want to hire a car and still experience the famous walks”
Hike Madeira’s famous 25 Fontes and Risco levadas with early shared transport, clear trail advice, and five hours to explore.
“Our guide Petro was great. The transfer was smooth, he engaged with everyone, was knowledgeable on a lot of topics and overall ensured we had a great time. The hike itself was very easy, the waterfalls were amazing, though I liked Risco better. Overall, I recommend this activity, it was very well organized.”
See Madeira’s peaks, laurel forest, levada paths, Santana cottages, coastal viewpoints, lunch, and rum tasting on an 8-hour small-group tour.
“Perfect day our guide Carlos was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about our trip would certainly recommend this trip”
Review of Madeira’s PR9 Caldeirão Verde hike transfer, with pickup, safety briefing, tunnels, waterfalls, trail tips, and honest value advice.
“The transfer to the hike was very well organised. Cristiano was our driver and he was very friendly and gave us all the necessary information about the hike. I would definitely recommend booking with this company.”
Explore Madeira’s 25 Fontes waterfalls, an 800-meter tunnel, Cabo Girão Skywalk, and rugged 4x4 roads on a full-day tour from Funchal.
“Overall the tour was great. The guides were friendly and knowledgeable and looked after us very well. Lunch was well organised and not overly expensive. I removed a star as we were a bit disappointed that part of the tour was omitted as we didn’t stop at Baia de Camara de Lobos.”
Explore Madeira by jeep from Pico do Areeiro to Santana, with a levada walk, rum distillery, off-road trails, and Ponta de São Lourenço.
“Severino is the best guide and driver you can find!”
Walk Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde levada through Laurisilva forest, tunnels, cliffs, and waterfalls with transport, guide, and picnic time included.
“Guide was very knowledgable, friendly and fun. Excellent value for money. Extra equipment provided. Easy pick up points close to accommodation. Highly recommended”
Review of Madeira’s 25 Fountains Levada hike, with forest trails, waterfalls, an 800-meter tunnel, guide tips, price, crowds, and fitness advice.
“Really great hike, not too difficult for those who are moderately active. Martha was fantastic super motivated and made the hike enjoyable. It took around 2.5 hours and we had around 30 minutes to see the water fall. Luckily we went off peak and the views were fantastic. Martha explained things incredibly well along the hike! Carlos was fantastic tooo”
Review of Madeira’s East Island Tour with levada walk, mountain views, lunch, rum tasting, hotel pickup, and practical booking advice.
“Interesting itinerary, perfect weather and excellent guide on an historic anniversary day. Enjoyed the lunch in Santana and rum factory tour afterwards., Only sorry we had to return early to our ship.”
Review of Madeira's Caldeirão Verde levada walk, with forest scenery, four tunnels, a waterfall, guide tips, costs, and practical advice.
“Our guide Marta did everythin to make us feel comfortable during the trip. She explained everything and took great care of us. She did the extra mile to make me feel safe, as I my knee was weak. Special thank to the best guide I ever encountered-Marta!”
Walk Madeira’s Serra de Água Valley on an easy 5km levada trail with mountain views, native plants, hotel pickup, and multilingual guides.
“Very gentle, peaceful walk in the forest. Flat as a pancake 99.9% of the duration. Serene way to end our holiday. Patricia (hope that’s the right spelling) was lovely and knowledgeable and welcoming as our guide.”
Walk Madeira’s 25 Fontes and Risco waterfalls from Funchal with a guide, mountain scenery, levadas, tunnels, and hotel pickup.
“This was our first levada walk. The weather was against us, so hampered our experience eg no views at any viewpoints. The guide was very good and looked after the group. The waterfall and fountains are lovely, so many people there made it slightly underwhelming, together with the rain. The walk itself is interesting and I would describe as a moderate walk with some steep stairs to climb up and down. This was a good day out, we were picked up and dropped off as agreed and had no hassle or pressure, quite a relaxing day.”
Hike Madeira’s famous 25 Fontes, cross an 800-meter tunnel, ride a jeep through eucalyptus forest, and visit Cabo Girão for $67.
“Great day out, and although it rained it didn't disappoint. Our driver Luis was easy to talk to, and your at ease straight away. As all the drivers working for True Spirt seem to be. We drove to a coffee shop where Luis explained exactly what was planned. Then we had another short drive before parking and started walking. Some of the steps took it's toll on my knees, definitely got the heat into them. For some reason the steps we came down were harder going up....... We ordered food before the walk, and Luis stopped at a lovely restaurant. If anyone orders the steak on a hot stone you'll…”
Ride Madeira’s Camacha levadas by e-bike through eucalyptus and laurel forest, with mountain views, hotel pickup, and a small-group guide.
“Pick up was spot on time. Small group. Guide was helpful and friendly. Bikes were good. Route was a little tricky in places given my lack of experience on a mountain bike and the weather but the younger more experienced members of the group had no difficulty at all. The weather was terrible though which made it harder. It poured down and the tracks were full of water and mud. These were very unusual conditions according to our guide. The guide changed the route because of the weather and he stayed with us at the back to ensure we were ok. We managed to do it and although we were…”
Review of Madeira’s Levada Nova and Moinhos walk, with waterfalls, mountain views, small groups, transport, safety tips, and Ponta do Sol.
“it was a great day. The levada walk is amazing. i discovered that im afraid of hights, but it was worth it. the guide, Nelio explaned us where to go and what to do to stay safe.”
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