Guided trekking along Levada do Ribeiro Frio and Portela
Activities

Guided trekking along Levada do Ribeiro Frio and Portela

from
£39.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 7 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Walk on one of the most famous levadas of Madeira
  • Enjoy the light and shadow effects while passing under the trees
  • Admire the beautiful view from the Portela view point
What to expect

The Levada do Ribeiro Frio is the most well-known levada in Madeira. It begins at Ribeiro Frio, comes down to the Lamaceiros and ends at Portela's viewpoint.

On this trail you will encounter many plants, like the laurel, lily-of-the-valley tree and Madeira mahogany, you will marvel at the effects that the light and shadow produce through them.

The walk will end at Portela viewpoint, one of the most beautiful viewpoints of the island, famous for its three little windmills, where you will enjoy the beautiful sights over Porto da Cruz village, and the spectacular rock formation of Penha d’Águia.

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What's included
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
  • x_not_included Food and drinks
Where

Funchal, Portugal

Meeting point:
Pickup service from hotels in Funchal. If your hotel is not displayed in the pickup list, please select the location closest to your accommodation.
What to remember

Not suitable for:

  • Guests who suffer from vertigo
  • People with reduced mobility

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

  • Infants until 3 years old are free of charge, however, if a car seat is required a supplement of 3€ will be charged locally
  • There's a tax to be paid locally, in cash, of 3€ per person of 13 years old onwards. For children until 12 years old, this tax doesn't apply

Know in advance:

  • The walking time is about 4.5 hours, the walking distance is 12 km
  • It's recommended to wear comfortable footwear
  • Foods and drinks are not included, it's recommended to bring a packed lunch, snacks, and water
  • Parents will be entirely responsible for children 0 to 9 years old
  • Please provide a valid contact number and e-mail address upon booking, so you may be informed of any changes of the tour
  • Excursions may be cancelled due to bad weather conditions or if the tour guide evaluates that the tour cannot happen due to security reasons. If this happens you will be offered an alternative tour for the same or, in case you don't accept the alternative, you will receive a full refund
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Provider
Eco Viagens
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 48 hours before the experience begins.

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