--- title: 25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6) lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/25-fountains-levada-hiking-tour-in-madeira-raba-al-valley-pr6/ type: tour city: Funchal country: Portugal price: 48 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.7 reviews: 203 duration_minutes: 420 languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es] free_cancellation: true guidekin_pick: Levada walk to Rabaçal rank_in_category: 11 of 11 (Hiking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-08-31 data_updated: 2026-09-25 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/25-fountains-levada-hiking-tour-in-madeira-raba-al-valley-pr6/ --- # 25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6) **Guidekin's take:** A guided levada hike from Paul da Serra down into the Rabaçal valley through the laurel forest, with the Risco waterfall added and a return through a long old tunnel to the south side, by minivan from Funchal and Caniço. The trail fee, water and snacks are extra; it runs rain or shine. 4.7 from 203 reviews at €48 per person. ## Overview 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 Heritage site. Unlike other tours, we include a visit to the magnificent Risco Waterfall, adding an extra layer of awe to your journey. Plus, our return route takes you through a 500-meter ancient tunnel, ending on the south side of Madeira, providing a unique and memorable conclusion to your adventure. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: no car needed - Starts 08:30: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Fitness notes apply: see additional information ## Key facts - Price: from €48 per person - Duration: 7h - Rating: 4.7/5 from 203 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Recommended by 93% of travellers (share of four- and five-star reviews) - Operator: Madeira Adventure Kingdom ## What's included - Local professional guide - Transportation (Center of Funchal and Caniço) - Insurance - Transport by air-conditioned minivan ## Not included - Trail fee set by local authorities, applied to visitors accessing official routes to support conservation, maintenance, safety measures, and the sustainable management of Madeira’s natural trails - Snacks - Bottled water ## Itinerary 1. **Laurissilva Forest** (4h) - Our official guide will tell you everything about our endemic Laurisilva forest. ## Schedule - Runs: Fri, Sun - Departures: 08:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-08-31 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Good to know - 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 - Health and Fitness: This tour envolves a 4h30 hike (approximately) and it requires a moderate level of fitness and is not suitable for individuals with severe health issues or limited mobility. - Rain or Shine: This tour will take place regardless of weather conditions (if it's possible to do it safely) - Cancellation Policy: No refunds are provided for cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity's start time - Breakfast: Ensure you have a hearty breakfast before embarking on the activity to keep your energy levels high throughout the hike - It might be possible to buy food and drinks before the hike, but this is not guaranteed. Please bring your own refreshments and do not count on purchasing them along the way - Multilingual Guide: Your tour may be led by a guide fluent in multiple languages. While we do our best to provide a guide who speaks your preferred language, this is not always guaranteed. In such cases, the tour will be conducted in English. ## Compared with other Hiking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #11 of 11** | €48 | 7h | 4.7 (203) | shared | | [Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs + Lunch + Levada walk - 6 hours](/portugal/madeira/tours/real-life-mountains-sea-cliffs-lunch-levada-walk-6-hours/?format=md) | €385 per group | 6h | 5.0 (72) | private | | [Madeira Sunset at Pico do Arieiro and PR1 Stairway To Heaven](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-sunset-at-pico-do-arieiro-and-pr1-stairway-to-heaven/?format=md) | €33 | 4h | 4.88 (155) | shared | | [Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo (PR 1) - Hiking Tour in Madeira](/portugal/madeira/tours/pico-do-areeiro-to-pico-ruivo-pr-1-hiking-tour-in-madeira/?format=md) | €53 | 6h | 4.94 (34) | shared | Ranked #11 of 11 in Hiking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €33 to €53, median €46; typical length 7h. 1 of 11 are private. 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