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15 Best Madeira Levada Walks & Hikes

The levada walks: guided routes along the irrigation channels with footpaths attached, from the 25 Fontes waterfalls to the Pico-to-Pico ridge and sunrise above the clouds. Transfers come included; the laurel forest does the rest.

1.Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

Experience Madeira's highest peaks on a self-guided sunrise hike from Funchal with door-to-door transfer, stunning scenery, and flexible planning for adventurers.

Most Popular★ 4.9

“Absolutely unreal experience! Prompt pick ups, lovely informative guides! We were very lucky to see the sunrise after first thinking it was too cloudy, the best thing I’ve ever seen… the trials were easy to follow after a great explanation, lots of recommendations for restaurants…”

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4.Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers

Discover Madeira’s stunning mountain views with a self-guided sunrise or morning hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, including hassle-free transfers and expert tips.

★ 4.8

“Transport and explanation of the trail by the guide was great, unfortunately the Pico to Pico was not possible so only part of the PT1 was open. Still a nice hike with beautiful views!”

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5.Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer Hike

Discover Madeira’s stunning Laurissilva Forest on a self-guided 15 km Caldeirão Verde hike with hotel transfers, expert tips, and breathtaking waterfalls for $39.

★ 4.9

“Everything was great. You will be picked up and dropped off at your location on time. This route is quite moderate but worth to visit, just take headtorch with you”

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7.Madeira East Island Tour and Levada Walk

Discover Madeira’s east side on an 8-hour tour featuring stunning mountain views, lush forests, levada walks, and authentic local cuisine.

★ 4.6

“Our tour was handled by Secret Madeira. Our guide and driver, Mr. Gama, was sooo professional and knowledgeable! We marked all the spots mentioned plus one more as a bonus. The lunch was at a very popular & touristy restaurant, the meal had 3 courses…”

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8.Funchal: Sunrise Pico do Arieiro & Ruivo/Larano HikeTransfer

Discover Madeira’s stunning peaks on this self-guided sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo or Larano, with roundtrip transport from Funchal.

★ 4.7

“I was very happy with the transfer and how everything was organized! The driver was very patient and punctual. The hikes are moderate, but make sure to be dressed in layers for the sunrise hike while it can be extremely windy.”

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9.Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

Discover Madeira's stunning landscapes on a self-guided Levada do Caldeirão Verde hike with convenient pickup, scenic views, tunnels, waterfalls, and flexible timing.

“We took the transfer to the PR9 trail with Levadas In and Out, and everything was perfect. Our driver Fábio was very attentive, punctual, and careful. The car was clean, comfortable, and in great condition. Before the hike, Fábio gave us all the necessary information…”

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12.From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

Experience Madeira’s stunning Ponta de São Lourenço on a full-day guided hike from Funchal, featuring unique rock formations, breathtaking views, and ocean swimming.

★ 4.6

“I really enjoyed the day, breathtaking scenery, friendly company and Charlotte was an excellent host, I would highly recommend this to anybody visiting the island.”

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13.Madeira: Pico Ruivo Guided Sunrise Hike with Hotel Pickup

Experience Madeira’s highest peak with a guided sunrise hike, star gazing, and stunning views, all with hotel pickup and personalized attention for $63.

★ 5.0

“Carlos is an amazing tour guide, he is friendly and very kind. He picked me up from the hotel on time. I was satisfied with overall experience. Recommend it :)”

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14.Morning Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira

Discover Madeira's stunning mountain peaks with this flexible self-guided hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, including stress-free transfers and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“The staff was friendly and had good communication. They answered our questions, and the two pickups were on time. I recommend them”

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More Madeira Levada Walks & Hikes

5.0Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira7 hours 30 minutes (approx.)$42.34 4.6Levada Walk and Caldeirao Verde Waterfalls: Madeira7 hours$46 4.9From Funchal: Machico to Porto da Cruz Larano Cliff Hike8 hours$50 4.525 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6)7 hours (approx.)$52.87 4.8Madeira : Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro + 2 Hikes – PR1 and PR36 - 8 hours$33 4.5Madeira East Island Tour with Levada Walk and Lunch8 hours (approx.)$66.38 4.7Madeira Island: Caldeirão Verde Levada Walk7 hours$54 4.6Serra de Água Valley Levada Walk4 hours$38 4.5Full-Day Rabaçal Levada Walk from Funchal8 hours (approx.)$52.02 5.0Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group6 to 8 hours (approx.)$120.94 4.7Camacha: Levada Trail e-Bike Guided Tour3.5 hours$82 4.7Madeira: Rabaçal, Risco and 25 Fontes Guided Hiking Tour8 hours$47 4.6Fanal / Assobiadores – Levada Walk8 hours$50 4.6From Funchal: Madeira Lakes Levada Guided Hike8 hours$50 5.0Transfer Rabacal 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided8 hours (approx.)$41.03 4.7From Funchal/Caniço: Rabaçal Hike (25 Fontes) Bus Transfer$32 5.0East Madeira Guided Tour with Balcões Levada Walk7 hours (approx.)$38.62 4.7Madeira: Paradise Valley Levada Walk4 hours$38 4.5Rabaçal 25 Fontes Levada Walk in Small Groups5 to 7 hours (approx.)$54.31 4.7From Funchal: São Jorge Valleys Levada Walk8 hours$50 4.5Referta / Castelejo – Levada Walk4 hours$38 5.0Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs + Lunch + Levada walk – 6 hours$391.81 4.0Caldeirão Verde Levada (PR 9) – Guided Madeira Levada Walk7 hours (approx.)$55.12 4.5Madeira: Queimadas, Caldeirão Verde and Levada Walk8 hours$50