Levada Walk from Ribeiro Frio to Portela
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.
Options
Pickup from Hotel
Includes pickup from Hotel: Includes pickup from Hotels or pre-arranged meeting points in the Funchal area
Pickup included
What's included in Levada Walk from Ribeiro Frio to Portela
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Ribeiro Frio
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.
Inclusions
- 11 Km Walk
- Professional guide
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
- Food and drinks
- 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)
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We can arrange for pickups at other locations in the Funchal area as long as there's a known reference point and a place where our vehicle can safely stop for some minutes without blocking any roads or traffic. Our staff will contact you with the most accurate time for your pickup. Pickups outside the Funchal area are available (at extra cost). Please contact us for advice on the best pickup for you according to your location/accommodation.
Meeting / End Points
- In the city center next to the cable car station in the old town part of the city
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.
