Levada das 25 Fontes Walk

Immerse yourself in one of the most beautiful areas of Madeira on this hike through Rabaçal and along the Levada das 25 Fontes from Funchal.

Description

After picking you up from your hotel in Funchal, we will head to Arco da Calheta by minibus to begin our trekking route. We will take the Levada das 25 Fontes, one of Madeira's historic aqueducts, known for its 25 natural springs. This area is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, rich in biodiversity.

Following the levada, we will reach the Lagoa de 25 Fontes, a natural lagoon fed by the 25 Fontes Falls, which stands at 30 metres (almost 100 ft) high. You will have 30 minutes of free time to enjoy a refreshing dip and eat your packed food.

In the afternoon, we will hike through Rabaçal and return to Arco da Calheta, then make the journey back to Funchal, dropping you off at your hotel around 5 pm.

Pickup and drop–off

This activity includes pickup and drop–off for hotels in the centre of Funchal. For those staying outside the city centre, pickup will be at Rua 5 de Outubro, 78.

Important information

The hike lasts 4 hours and covers 11 km (just under 7 miles). A moderate level of physical condition is required.