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PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal

4.8 · 115 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor 94% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Madeira Operated by Do It Madeira Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before
Duration
8h
Group
Shared tour
Guide languages
Portuguese, English
Start & pickup
06:00, 08:00 · Hotel pickup from 124 pickup points
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A self guided day that gives you enough time to walk both the Twenty Five Fountains and the Risco levadas in the Rabaçal valley, with a map, a route briefing and the minibus there and back.

No guide, no meals, and the hiking tax is paid online separately; not for young children. 4.76 from 115 reviews at €43 per person.

In our comparison: #17 of 24 in Hiking Tours, 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: €43 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Map and hike explanation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Hiking Tax - Simplifica website
  • Guide
  • WC 1 EUR

Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 30 September 2026.

Reviews

4.8
115 ratings
Tripadvisor 67 · Viator 48

94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 108 of 115

Star breakdown of all 115 ratings

5 stars
99 · 86%
4 stars
9 · 8%
3 stars
4 · 3%
2 stars
1 · 1%
1 star
2 · 2%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value early starts and walking at their own pace; the steps and uphill return can be tiring.

Praised

  • Punctual transfers with clear communication and useful trail briefings
  • Friendly drivers share island knowledge and practical local tips
  • Early starts help avoid crowds at the waterfalls
  • Freedom to walk at your own pace with time for photos and breaks
  • Forest scenery and views of the waterfalls

Complaints

  • Crowds build later on narrow paths and around the waterfalls
  • Some find the walk easy, while others find the steps and uphill return tiring
  • Some find the allotted time excessive, while others use it for breaks or extra trails

Written by Guidekin from the 87 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (6 April 2022 to 29 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 4 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Departure
06:00, 08:00 daily; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 124 pickup points (124 pickup points listed by the operator, 123 of them hotels)
Operator
Do It Madeira; booking and payment are completed on Viator

About this tour, from the operator

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 both the hikes (25 Fountains & Risco levadas).

RNAVT 9947

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

Children

  • Kids under 12

Good to know

  • Food not included Breakfast, Lunch
  • Age 10+ Kids under 12

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 Hiking Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #17 of 24€438h4.76 (115)shared
Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs + Lunch + Levada walk - 6 hours€385 per group6h5.0 (72)private
Gastro hike (Private Tour)€805h5.0 (54)private
Walk with a local€554h4.96 (67)shared

Ranked #17 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. Compare all 24 Hiking Tours

From €43 per adult