Hidden Corners: Levada Walk from Funchal

4.8 (23 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

Walk along a Madeiran levada (irrigation canal) through the valleys of São Jorge on this 8-hour, 13Km guided walking tour from Funchal. In a small group of no more than 15 discover some of the lushest and most peaceful places on Madeira and learn about the traditional healing properties of the area's flora.

What's included

  • Professional guide
  • 10 Km Walk
  • 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. Levada Do Rei
    5h
    Your day begins with a 9am pickup from selected hotels in Funchal. Be sure to be wearing sports shoes with a good grip, or hiking boots, and to bring a packed lunch as there is nowhere to purchase food along the route.

    This walk takes you through the beautiful valleys of São Jorge, to some of the lushest places to be found on the island. While walking through Madeira's rain forest, you can see the profusion of herbs and medicinal plants that abound in these valleys while learn about the healing properties of these ancient remedies.

    There is also an opportunity to walk through or behind a teeming waterfall to one of the most peaceful spots on the 8-hour tour.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal

Meeting point

Our main office in the Lido area of Funchal

End point

At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal

End point

Our main office in the Lido area of Funchal

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 arrange 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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