17 tours · €35–€65 per person · ★ 4.8
Levada walks are the best way to see Madeira on foot, tracing the island's old water channels through laurel forest and out along the cliffs. Booking a guided levada walk in Madeira keeps things simple, since the trailheads are spread across the island and a guide sorts the transfers and picks a route that suits your legs.
When you compare levada walks in Madeira, read the route before you book online. We'd look for the 25 Fontes and Risco waterfalls in the Rabaçal valley, the PR6 and PR6.1 trails, or the Stairway to Heaven ridge walk from Pico do Areeiro if you're after the big mountain views. Some are gentle half-day strolls; others are full-day hikes with real climbing and stairs. Prefer to set the pace yourself? A self-guided or private walk works well, and small-group options keep the cost down. Most include hotel pickup, so all you bring is good boots.
17 levada walks and hikes in Madeira from €35. Half-day and full-day, private and small-group, with hotel pickup and free cancellation on most - easy to book online.
Levada Walks & Hiking in Madeira: 17 tours, all from the 188 we kept after screening every one of the 1,064 tours Viator lists for Madeira, rated 4.5★ or higher by 30+ travellers and each one read and summarised by Guidekin.
Full-day tour with a walk of about 4 hours and 30 minutes, starting the route in the Paúl da Serra, descending to the Rabaçal valley for the first lev...
My full-day tour around the center of the island was designed for people who would like to feel the “Island daily life” and see the REAL Madeira while...
Discover the beauty of Madeira on the scenic Levada do Caldeirão Verde trail. This self-guided hike takes you through the lush Laurissilva forest, fea...
Taking place in the small village of Porto da Cruz you can admire various crop plantation and study the locals way of living. The fields and their uni...
Experience the true spirit of eastern Madeira on a unique combination of Jeep safari and Levada walk. Start at Pico do Arieiro (1818m) for breathtakin...
Join on a private half-day jeep tour and discover the stunning landscapes of the east or west side of the island. East Tour: Head to the majestic Pi...
Walk from Pico do Areeiro to the top of Madeira Island in a hiking tour full of emotion and marvellous landscapes....
Embark on an adventure through Madeira’s breathtaking landscapes, starting in the Ecological Park of Funchal, surrounded by lush greenery and diverse ...
Have you ever dreamed about celebrating a start of the new day on the very top of the paradise Madeira island? Just allow yourself to dream and we wil...
Our concept is for SELF-GUIDED hikers, that enjoy walking and discovering at their own pace with total freedom, providing you with enough time to walk...
Self Guided Hiking - Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk from mountain to mountain on a hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. W...
Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and mystical trail along a water channel, ...
Marvel at the magnificent views of Pico Areeiro Admire the splendid landscape of the Eastern part of Madeira Island. Learn about the typical Santana H...
It is one of the most emblematic and most visited pedestrian walks on the island of Madeira. An authentic gift for our senses. Along the trail enjoy c...
The Valley of Rabaçal is one mother nature's greatest masterpieces. Descending from the plateau of Paul da Serra, we arrive at the Rabaçal guesthouse ...
Tours and prices on this page last updated November 10, 2026
Editorial picks checked: September 15, 2026 · Ranked by Route fit, stated fitness needs, transfers, inclusions, ratings and review counts. Prices and ratings on tour cards are live. Commissions never affect the order.
We compared 17 Madeira levada and hiking listings, including guided walks, self guided transfers and private driving tours.
Start with Rabaçal, 25 Fonts for Risco and a lagoon: 4.94 from 186 reviews at €45 per person; moderate fitness required.
Choose the Balcões east coast day for a short walk and Funchal pickup: 7h tour, 4.73 from 124 reviews at €40 per person; paid entries extra.
Book Levada Rabaçal and 25 Fountains Walking Tour for a guide and central Funchal/Caniço transfers: 4.7 from 206 reviews at €48 per person; trail fee extra.
| Tour | Best for | Price | Rating | Duration | Trade-off |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rabaçal, 25 Fonts | First levada with Risco | €45 per person | 4.94★ (186) | 4h 30m | Forest tax is extra |
| East Madeira with Balcões Walk | Short walk plus east coast | €40 per person | 4.73★ (124) | 7h | Paid entries cost extra |
| 25 Fountains, Rabaçal Valley | Guide and central transfers | €48 per person | 4.7★ (206) | 7h | 7h tour; trail fee is extra |
| Serra D'Água Valley Levada Walk | Easy five kilometre walk | €38 per person | 4.51★ (39) | 4h | 4h tour; pickup from selected hotels only |
| Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo | Fit hikers wanting a guide | €53 per person | 4.94★ (36) | 6h | 6h tour; hard hike with long stairs |
| Caldeirão Verde Self Guided Hike | Own pace, 6h outing | €42 per person | 4.91★ (124) | 6h | Trail entry fee is extra |
| 25 Fontes & Risco Self Guided Hike | Map and Rabaçal transfers | €43 per person | 4.76★ (115) | 8h | 8h tour; hiking tax paid online separately |
| Real Life: Mountains & Levada Walk | Private drive plus short walk | €385 per group/vehicle | 5★ (72) | 6h | Lunch is paid separately |
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Full-day tour with a walk of about 4 hours and 30 minutes, starting the route in the Paúl da Serra, descending to the Rabaçal valley for the first lev...
Discover the beauty of Madeira on the scenic Levada do Caldeirão Verde trail. This self-guided hike takes you through the lush Laurissilva forest, fea...
Have you ever dreamed about celebrating a start of the new day on the very top of the paradise Madeira island? Just allow yourself to dream and we wil...
Self Guided Hiking - Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk from mountain to mountain on a hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. W...
Our concept is for SELF-GUIDED hikers, that enjoy walking and discovering at their own pace with total freedom, providing you with enough time to walk...
Marvel at the magnificent views of Pico Areeiro Admire the splendid landscape of the Eastern part of Madeira Island. Learn about the typical Santana H...
The Valley of Rabaçal is one mother nature's greatest masterpieces. Descending from the plateau of Paul da Serra, we arrive at the Rabaçal guesthouse ...
Starting in the serene Paul da Serra and descending into the stunning Rabaçal Valley, you'll walk through the lush Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World ...
Choose Caldeirão Verde self guided for a levada at your own pace. Take the guided Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo hike if you are fit enough for a hard route with long stairs. For example, Caldeirão Verde Self Guided Hike costs €42 per person, rated 4.91 from 124 reviews; trail entry is extra. Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo costs €53 per person, rated 4.94 from 36 reviews.
Budget around €48 per person and keep most of a day free. For a short outing, start with Levada da Referta, Castelejo. The median listed tour duration is 6 hours. The middle half of per person prices runs from €43 to €51. For example, Levada da Referta, Castelejo costs €35 per person, rated 4.98 from 48 reviews. Tour duration does not tell you how much time is spent walking.
Operator-marked accessible tours on this page: none. For limited mobility, use the Madeira accessibility filter first; for children, choose by walking ability, not the family label. For accessibility, filter first, then confirm with the operator. The kids filter checks strollers and infants accepted: 10 of 17 tours match. This does not establish whether a child can walk the trail. For example, the family format includes Twenty Five Fontes and Risco Self Guided Hike, with a map and Rabaçal transfers: €43 per person, rated 4.76 from 115 reviews.
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Book Real Life: Mountains & Levada Walk for a private drive with a short walk. It is priced per vehicle, so divide the vehicle price by your party size. Per vehicle pricing applies to 2 of 2 private tours, with a median of €385 per vehicle. Shared tours have a median price of €48 per person. This is a spread between different products, not a premium for the same walk. For example, Real Life: Mountains & Levada Walk costs €385 per vehicle, rated 5 from 72 reviews.
Book the Full Day Rabaçal Levada Walk from Funchal for a walk with transport. Hotel pickup is listed for 17 of 17 tours here. For example, Full Day Rabaçal Levada Walk from Funchal costs €48 per person, rated 4.72 from 167 reviews. Hotel pickup does not establish coverage of every hotel or a collection time.
Budget for forest tax on Rabaçal, Twenty Five Fonts and for lunch on Real Life: Mountains & Levada Walk. Both cost extra. For example, Rabaçal, Twenty Five Fonts costs €45 per person, rated 4.94 from 186 reviews; forest tax is extra. Real Life: Mountains & Levada Walk costs €385 per vehicle, rated 5 from 72 reviews; lunch is paid separately.
Figures in these answers come from the 17 tours on this page, as of November 10, 2026.
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