---
title: Larano Walking Tour
lang: en
alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/larano-walking-tour/
type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 45
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.96
reviews: 46
duration_minutes: 270
languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Coastal path, 4h 30m total
rank_in_category: 4 of 24 (Hiking Tours)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-30
data_updated: 2026-10-08
canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/larano-walking-tour/
---

# Larano Walking Tour

**Guidekin's take:** Walk from Porto da Cruz to Machico on a former crop-carrying footpath with views of Madeira's north coast. An air-conditioned vehicle is included; the forest tax is extra, and the route requires moderate fitness and may cause dizziness. 4.96 from 46 reviews at €45 per person for 4h 30m.

In our comparison: #4 of 24 in Hiking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

We started this course in the village of Porto da Cruz and ended in Machico. The route is made by footpath, once used by locals to transport their crops from Porto da Cruz to Machico south.
Along the way we have fabulous views of the north coast and in some days you can see the island of Porto Santo.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 102 pickup points
- Starts 08:45: one departure a day
- Strollers OK: infants accepted
- Children from €25: ages 5 to 12

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 102 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €45 per person
- Duration: 4h 30m
- Rating: 4.96/5 from 46 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Madeira Free Spirit walks
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 08:45
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30

## Reviews

4.96 from 46 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 45 of 46.

- 5 stars: 45 (98%)
- 4 stars: 0 (0%)
- 3 stars: 1 (2%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

### What reviewers say

Reviewers praise coastal views and attentive, knowledgeable guides; the cliff edge paths are the main caution.

**Praised:**
- Guides share detailed knowledge of plants, wildlife and local life
- Coastal and ocean views along varied levada and cliff paths
- Attentive guides who explain the route and check on walkers
- Well organised transport with punctual hotel pickups
- Small groups that make the walk feel personal

**Complaints:**
- Some warn about exposed cliff paths, while others report feeling safe with the guide

Written by Guidekin from the 37 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2019-09-20 to 2026-06-07); last checked 2026-10-04.

## What's included

- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- IFCN - FOREST TAX

## Schedule

- Runs: Thu
- Departures: 08:45
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30
- 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.

Pickup points listed by the operator: 102

## Good to know

- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Possibility Dizziness

Booking asks for: arrival flight or ship details

## Compared with other Hiking Tours

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #4 of 24** | €45 | 4h 30m | 4.96 (46) | 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 |
| [Gastro hike (Private Tour)](/portugal/madeira/tours/gastro-hike-private-tour/?format=md) | €80 | 5h | 5.0 (54) | private |
| [Walk with a local](/portugal/madeira/tours/walk-with-a-local/?format=md) | €55 | 4h | 4.96 (67) | shared |

Ranked #4 of 24 in Hiking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €31 to €109, median €48; typical length 7h 15m. 3 of 24 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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