Rabaçal Valley Walking Tour
Activities

Rabaçal Valley Walking Tour

4.5/5

Excellent
106 reviews
from
£40.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Walk along the ‘25 fountains' levada which towers above 25 natural springs
  • Grade 2 moderate level
  • Walk through the Rabaçal valley
  • Visit the Risco waterfall
What to expect

One of the most popular walks in Madeira, the 11 km-long ‘25 fountains' levada walk will lead you through magical landscapes to waterfalls, a small lake and flowing springs. You'll journey from Paul da Serra into the Rabaçal Valley and along the levada to Risco waterfall and the 25 natural springs.

We'll start from the top of the Paul da Serra plateau and descend into the lush green valley below. Your guide will be with you every step of the way, pointing out the flora and fauna that Madeira is well-known for. Once we arrive at the Rabaçal guesthouse, we'll make our way to the Risco waterfall through the valley.

Afterwards, you'll keep following the levada through beautiful countryside all the way to a small lake, where you'll soon see the 25 natural springs trickling down the hills. Enjoy a short break to soak up the atmosphere before returning to the vehicles through a shortcut tunnel that transports water to the south of Madeira.

Read more
What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
  • check Walking tour
What to remember
  • This is a walk of moderate difficulty, with a distance of 11 km covered in approximately 4 hours
  • Paths may be slippery/uneven, so you'll need to be sure-footed
  • During this experience, there is a narrow path of about 30 minutes walking time. Guests that do not feel comfortable walking this route can wait for the rest of the group in a shaded area.
  • Max. altitude /min. altitude: 1290m/900m
  • At the end of the walk, you have to traverse an 800m-long tunnel – please bring a mobile or torch
  • Not suitable for guests with reduced mobility
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
Read more
Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.5 /5

Based on 106 reviews from verified customers


Review categories

Staff

4.5/5

Service

4.5/5

Safety

4.5/5

Value for money

4.4/5


52%
44%
4%
0%
0%

Sort by:

  • R

    Rudeboy

    Verified booking

    5

    5 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Geweldige wandeling onder begeleiding van een zeer bekwame gids. Aanrader

  • S

    Sigrid

    Verified booking

    4.6

    4 September 2025

    Travelled with a group of friends


    Wederom een geweldige gids mee gekregen. Vertelde veel over het gebied, het land en de natuur. Wel een druk gebied om te lopen, een zeer gewilde tocht voor velen. Prachtig uitzicht over de vallei.

  • S

    Saskia

    Verified booking

    4.6

    3 September 2025

    Solo traveller


    Leuke wandeling, van 1900m naar 900 in 11 km, de beklimmingen waren in de natuur aangelegde traptreden, op zich te doen als je redelijke conditie hebt. De gids en de chauffeur waren heel energiek en gezellig, er werd veel verteld over vegetatie en het gebied. Enige nadeel voor mij is dat het zo vreselijk druk was bij de waterval, zeker in vergelijking met 2018 toen ik er eerder was. Erg jammer dat je hierdoor de omgeving minder goed kan beleven.

  • J

    JC

    Verified booking

    3.8

    1 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    goede gids, wist veel te vertellen. Het was echter een erg drukke route.

  • S

    Stefan

    Verified booking

    4.2

    5 July 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    De gids was professioneel en had oog voor de veiligheid. De uitleg was prima. Het is wel druk op de wandeling. De paden langs de levadas zijn prachtig.

  • A

    Arthur

    Verified booking

    4.2

    27 June 2025

    Goed verzorgd en begeleid. Het wascalleen niet duidelijk dat een lunnch meenemen een mustvis. Onderweg is er nauwelijks wat te koop. Dus beter dat bij de beschrijving te zetten

You might also like

Full-day Madeira Island West tour with a stop in Porto Moniz
Excursions & day trips

Full-day Madeira Island West tour with a stop in Porto Moniz

Book your ticket for this full-day tour to the west of Madeira Island and Porto Moniz, with pickup from selected areas.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, es, de, pt 

East and Northeast of Madeira in 4x4
Activities

East and Northeast of Madeira in 4x4

Experience the breathtaking landscape of the East and Northeast of Madeira on a 4x4 tour that has a little bit of everything and is suitable for everyone!

free cancellation
Available in:

en, es, pt 

Full-day Madeira Island East tour with Santana houses visit
Excursions & day trips

Full-day Madeira Island East tour with Santana houses visit

Join this full-day tour with pickup from selected areas and discover the east part of Madeira. Discover Laurisilva, Santana, Machico, and more.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, es, de, pt 

Full-day guided hike along the Levada das 25 Fontes
Activities

Full-day guided hike along the Levada das 25 Fontes

Join one of the most renowned hikes in Madeira. Enjoy an easy walk into the heart of the lush Rabaçal valley along the Levada das 25 Fontes.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, de, pt 

Nuns Valley half-day guided  tour
Excursions & day trips

Nuns Valley half-day guided tour

Discover the Nuns Valley breathtaking beauty and panoramic views from Pico dos Barcelos and Eira do Serrado. A Madeira must-see!

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, es, de, pt 

Madeira's North Side express private tour
Excursions & day trips

Madeira's North Side express private tour

Book now your guided tour and discover the exotic beauty of Madeira's North Side.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, es, pt 

Madeira South coast guided tour
Attractions & guided tours

Madeira South coast guided tour

Visit Madeira's southern coast villages on a full day guided tour. Take a stroll along Calheta's sandy beach. Discover the sugar cane rum production at the Engenho da Calheta.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, es, de, pt 

Northwest of Madeira in 4x4
Activities

Northwest of Madeira in 4x4

Explore Madeira West in a 4x4 convertible car where you will be able to feel and see mountains, cliffs, valleys, waterfalls, forest and natural lava pools.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, es, pt 

Pico do Arieiro 4-Hour Private Excursion
Activities

Pico do Arieiro 4-Hour Private Excursion

Book this 4-hour private excursion to Pico do Arieiro and enjoy breathtaking views. Experience Madeira's natural beauty and cultural heritage.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, es, pt 

Full-day guided hike along the Levada do Caldeirão Verde
Activities

Full-day guided hike along the Levada do Caldeirão Verde

Enjoy a guided hike along the Levada do Caldeirão Verde among impressive waterfalls and picturesque villages.

free cancellation
Available in:

en, fr, es, de, pt