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Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira

4.9 · 124 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Levadas In and Out Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Likely to sell out
Duration
6h
Group
Shared tour
Start & pickup
08:15, 10:45 · Hotel pickup from 120 pickup points
Tickets
Admission not included, pay on site
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A self guided day on the Caldeirão Verde levada: a morning pickup in Funchal, Caniço or Garajau, a drive to the trailhead and the return transfer, with the tunnels, waterfalls and the lake walked at your own pace.

There is no guide; the trail entry fee is paid at the start. 4.91 from 124 reviews at €42 per person for 6h.

In our comparison: #13 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

How we choose tours →Commissions never affect our verdicts.

Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €42 per adult.

Included and not included

  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • There is an entry fee (contribution) of 4,5Eur per person, paid at the entrance of the trail

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

4.9
124 ratings
Tripadvisor 115 · Viator 9

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 123 of 124

Star breakdown of all 124 ratings

5 stars
114 · 92%
4 stars
9 · 7%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the reliable transfers and forest scenery; busy narrow paths can make the return deadline feel tight.

Praised

  • Punctual transfers with clear pickup and return arrangements
  • Friendly drivers give practical trail advice and share local knowledge
  • Forest scenery, waterfalls and mountain views along the levada
  • A largely flat route that many find easy to follow independently

Complaints

  • Crowds on narrow paths force frequent stops to let other walkers pass
  • Some find the pickup deadline tight, while others have plenty of time
  • Wet, muddy stretches and dark tunnels that need a light

Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (3 August 2025 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
08:15, 10:45 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 120 pickup points (120 pickup points listed by the operator, 97 of them hotels)
Operator
Levadas In and Out; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

Good to know

  • Age 12+ minimum age to join

The booking form will also ask for: arrival flight or ship details

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days: Full refund
  • 0-1 days: No refund

Compared with other Nature & Wildlife

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This tour · #13 of 48€426h4.91 (124)shared
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Ranked #13 of 48 in Nature & Wildlife by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €28 to €310, median €55; typical length 7h. 9 of 48 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 48 Nature & Wildlife

From €42 per adult