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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.

2.Madeira: Enjoy a Guided Levada Walk in the Rabaçal Valley

Discover Madeira’s stunning Rabaçal Valley on a guided levada walk, featuring waterfalls, endemic flora, and breathtaking scenery—perfect for nature lovers.

★ 4.7

“Excellent day from start to finish. Our guide was superb and gave us a real appreciation of the fauna and flora of the Rabacal Valley. Weather was a bit hit and miss but overall a really nice hike along the Levadas in beautiful surroundings.”

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6.Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

Experience a stunning Madeira sunrise from Pico do Arieiro, enjoy scenic hikes, and take in breathtaking coastal views—perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

★ 4.8

“It was fantastic! André was an amazing guide and driver, giving us amazing facts about Madeira whilst making us feel welcome and friendly:) the sunrise view was super cloudy which was a shame but still had a laugh with the group then the longer hike…”

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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

“The bus was on time picking us up and leaving the two stops so can’t fault that! The actual sunrise was amazing, I am scared of heights so debated whether to go but I am so glad i did, it has got to be the…”

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11.Transfer Sunrise Self-Guided Hike Pico do Arieiro

Experience a self-guided sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup, stunning views, and flexible pacing—perfect for adventurous travelers.

★ 5.0

“First off, our driver was awesome as was the transfer/pick up and drop off process. In terms of the hike, the stairway to heaven (part of PR1) was spectacular, even with pretty terrible weather (wind, rain, lots of cloud cover). Highly recommend visiting that part…”

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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 thoroughly 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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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 driver Radko was attentive and kind. The trail from Pico Arieiro to the Funchal Ecological Park was tiring but totally worth it. Each landscape takes your breath away. I highly recommend it.”

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15.Madeira: Santana Jeep Safari and Balções Levada Walk

Discover Madeira’s stunning landscapes on this 8-hour Santana Jeep Safari. Enjoy panoramic views, levada hikes, off-road riding, and cultural stops.

★ 4.8

“Such a great trip loads packed into one day but never felt rushed or too much. Driver was so knowledgeable and friendly and the lunch was incredible value and delicious. Don't make the same mistake as us and forget a jacket, can be windy in…”

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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