Levada Walks: 4 Worth Booking

1.Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,670 reviews · 8 hours · from $40Our pick

Take a shared transfer from Funchal or nearby areas to Rabaçal for a self-guided 5-hour hike on Madeira’s famous 25 Fontes and Risco levadas. Drivers such as Henrique, Adriana, Pedro, and Felipe explain the route, weather, and pickup plan. Choose the 6 a.m. departure to reach the waterfalls before the crowds.

“This was one of my highlights during the trip to Madeira. I really enjoyed the hiking and the area. The view was breathtaking! The trails were clearly marked, so it was easy to follow them. Some parts were a bit challenging, but that made it more rewarding. Our driver Henrique explained everything very well before dropping the group off, so we got all the necessary information. I also appreciated the fun facts he shared along the way while we passed through different areas.”

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2.Caldeirão Verde: Levada Caldeirao Verde Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,071 reviews · 8 hours · from $39Best value

Travel from Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, or Machico to Queimadas Natural Park, then follow a 13 km self-guided levada route through Madeira’s ancient Laurissilva forest. You’ll pass waterfalls and four tunnels, including one up to 200 metres long. Drivers such as Nuno, Pedro, and Diogo provide clear trail instructions, while the hike itself is at your own pace.

“It's a good trip for people who enjoy hiking and nature, thank you”

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 620 reviews · 7 hours · from $47

You’ll ride from Funchal, Caniço, or Garajau to Pico das Pedras, receive trail maps, GPS points, and safety advice from drivers such as Vitor, Fabio, Roberto, or Cristiano, then hike PR9 independently to Caldeirão Verde. Expect a long, mostly level route through forest, tunnels, waterfalls, and wet rock, with return transport waiting at the trailhead.

“very beautiful but also very rainy and cold. our driver vitor was great.”

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4.25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 187 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $52

Join a small-group hike from Funchal or Caniço into Madeira’s Rabaçal Valley. Your guide, such as Ruben, Daria, Marta, or Samuel, leads you through UNESCO-listed laurel forest, along a levada, past waterfalls, and through a dark 800-meter tunnel. Expect about 4 to 4.5 hours on foot, slippery steps, and no guaranteed food stops.

“Great hike!!!! Few uphills and downhills but moderate . Love love the hike!!!!! Mostly trails are covered with trees . Our guide and driver are amazing!! Friendly and pleasant !”

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