Levada Walk from Ribeiro Frio to Portela

4.8 (19 reviews) Madeira, Portugal
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Duration8h
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LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Lace up your sports shoes and get ready to enjoy an 8-hour guided walk along the best-known 'levada,' (irigation channel) on the island of Madeira, from Ribeiro Frio to Portela. In a small group of no more than 15 people, marvel at the flora and fauna and admire the sweeping views toward Porto da Cruz and Penha d'Aguia, along the way.

What's included

  • 11 Km Walk
  • Professional guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
  • Food and drinks
  • Nature fees must be paid on the day of the walk to Lido Tours. In case of cancellation, this fee is non-refundable according to the conditions of the regional government.

What to expect

  1. Ribeiro Frio
    5h
    Your tour begins at 9am with pickup from select Funchal hotels, or from another designated meeting point. Be sure to wear sports shoes with a good grip or hiking boots. It is also essential to bring a picnic as there is nowhere to purchase food for the duration of the 8-hour walking tour.

    Having greeted your guide and travel group, you'll begin your walk. As you walk along the footpath, marvel at the display of light and shade filtering through the laurel and heather trees. Admire the trout swimming in the levada along side the path, which will likely dash for cover at yout approach. As you get closer to Lamaceiros, prepare for some excellent views of the town of Porto da Cruz and Penha d'Aguia (more commonly known as Eagle Rock) far below.

    After a full day of walking and soaking up marvelous views, your tour concludes back at the original departure point at about 5pm.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

In the city center next to the cable car station in the old town part of the city

Meeting point

Our main Office in the Lido area

End point

In the city center next to the cable car station in the old town part of the city

End point

Our main Office in the Lido area

Pickup details

Pickups from selected hotels in Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Caniço is available wherever possible.

Note that some hotels do not allow for easy access or parking. On those cases we'll send you an alternative pickup point close to your hotel.

For hotels in the Lido area, we'll kindly ask customers to meet us at our office in at Monumental Lido.

Please make sure to check your e-mail, SMS or WhatsApp for pickup messages or reminders from our staff the day before your tour.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Sports shoes with a good grip or hiking boots
  • Clients must be prepared for all situations due to changing weather conditions
  • If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • It's mandatory to bring a small picnic to carry with you along the day (you won't find anywhere else to buy food during the walk)

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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