Portugal · WALKING TOURS IN MADEIRA
The 15 best walking tours in Madeira you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is first for a reason; start there and work down.
2-hour Funchal Old Town walk with student guides, markets, a 19th-century sweet factory, sugarcane history, churches, and wine.
“Hugo was a great tour guide. He did the tour at a good pace with lots of information”
Guided Rabaçal Valley levada walk from Funchal, featuring Levada das 25 Fontes, endemic plants, and an 800m wet tunnel.
“A great trip made even better by our friendly and very knowlegable guide and topped off with a stop on the way back for traditional poncha.”
East Madeira in one packed day, from Pico do Areeiro views to a short Levada walk, Santana houses, and a North Mills rum tasting.
“- the tour guide (his name was William in Portuguese) was really funny and friendly and made the tour interesting. - Took us to beautiful view points. - didnt drag at all. - felt like we saw a good amount of the island”
Madeira East Coast in one day: Pico do Arieiro, Laurissilva levada walk, Santana lunch, Faial skywalk, rum tasting, São Lourenço views.
“Perfect day our guide Carlos was extremely helpful and knowledgeable about our trip would certainly recommend this trip”
Walk Funchal with a small group, tasting Madeira wine, pork, chocolate, poncha, and market fruit, with city stories in 3.5 hours.
“Matt was a fantastic guide. All of the tastings were great! I would highly recommend this tour.”
Guided Madeira Peaks Mountain Walk from Funchal to Pico Ruivo, with heather forest plants, big ridgeline views, and air-conditioned transfers.
“A fabulous hike with Charlotte. It was very busy and hot but she included stops and made sure everyone in thr group was OK. This is a spectacular hike and I would definitely recommend”
Jeep safari and Referta levada walk in eastern Madeira: Pico do Arieiro 1818 m, Santana houses, Porto da Cruz rum, São Lourenço.
“So much fun! Our guide Michael was so friendly, funny and informative! Made our last day on the island unforgettable! Definitely will be recommending!”
Guided Levada walk to Caldeirão Verde waterfalls from Funchal, with lush forest views, low tunnels, and a picnic stop.
“This levada walk is lovely, but please be aware there are 3 tunnels you have to walk through on the way to the waterfall and on the back (mind your head, they do get quite low) Guide was amazing and was very knowledgeable about the flora and fauna and the levadas themselves. I would recommend sturdy walking shoes, a torch and a waterproof jacket. We took a packed lunch and this was eaten by the waterfall which was lovely.”
A 13km Madeira levada walk through UNESCO Laurissilva forest to Caldeirão Verde waterfall, with tunnels, guided nature stops, and hotel pickup.
“As first-time hikers, we were a bit worried about how challenging the hike will be, but honestly it was super easy, since there was no long uphills to climb or anything like that. Yes, we had to be careful where to step, as the trails were rocky and slippery, so good shoes are recommended! Our guide was excellent, telling us facts about the nature and the history. Everything was great!”
Easy 5km Serra de Água levada walk in Madeira with sweeping south-coast views, native plants, and a relaxed cafe stop. 4 hours, $38.
“the walk was so peaceful and scenery beautiful. Collected on time. Ruby our guide was friendly and informative. we were lucky the levada walk was relatively quiet. some parts were narrow. wish I had taken my walking stick!”
8-hour guided hike in Madeira from Paul da Serra to Fanal, through UNESCO Laurissilva with expert flora talk. No lunch included.
“Our Guide was full professional and very positive. All trip was just incredible!!! Highly recommending ! 🤘🏻🙌🏻😊”
Guided 4-hour Levada da Serra do Faial walk from Funchal, through Paradise Valley forests, gardens, terraces, and Camacha views for $38.
“It was nice and easy walk. The guide told a lot about Madeira. There was a stop at a small cafe where besides snacks we could buy fruits from a local farmer.”
Private tuk tuk from Funchal to Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão Sky Walk, with hotel pickup, viewpoints, and friendly guide.
“the beautiful stunning views. we have learnt a lot as our guide was very knowledgeable”
8-hour São Jorge levada walk from Funchal, hiking the Levada do Rei rainforest trail, walking behind waterfalls, learning medicinal plants.
“It was a great way to explore nature and learn more about it. The forest is beautiful and the construction of the levadas is an engineering marvel.”
Easy Referta to Castelejo Madeira levada walk with Penha d’Águia views, an old water mill, and a Porto da Cruz finish.
“Eenvoudige maar leuke wandeling. Goed te doen voor alle leeftijden. Voor ons een rustige opstart van de vakantie. Geweldige leuke, enthousiaste en grappige gids. Bedankt Ferra voor deze leuke ervaring, inclusief poncha’s🥂”
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