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Offered languages
- Portuguese
- English
What makes my tour different is that it is truly personal and flexible. I am not a big company, there is no fixed script and no rushing from place to place. It is just me, sharing the Madeira I know from living here and exploring these trails for years.
We choose the hike together based on your level, interests and mood — peaceful levada, dramatic mountains, coastal scenery or forest magic. I always try to avoid the busiest times and crowded groups, so you can enjoy nature in a calm and authentic way.
Instead of spending half the day picking up strangers in hotels, we go straight to the trail, start early and enjoy the silence of the morning. After the walk, we explore the area: viewpoints, small villages, cafés, and hidden spots that most visitors never see.
It feels more like hiking with a local friend than joining a tour. No stress, no pressure — just real Madeira, at your rhythm.
Book your Hike & Sights day and let’s make memories on the island’s most beautiful paths.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
These are private tours with a single pick-up stop, and the adventure begins as soon as we meet. Important: pick-ups outside Funchal, Santa Cruz, and Câmara de Lobos will have a small additional fee.
Transport is made in a classic, all restored, comfortable Land Rover Discovery TDI – 4 seats facing forward, perfect for a comfortable ride and 2 foldable seats in the rear.
Itinerary
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1Madeira Islands
Madeira has many different types of trails, and each one gives a special feeling. On levada walks you follow old water channels, usually flat and peaceful, surrounded by forest, small waterfalls and birds. It feels like a green paradise. Mountain trails are more dramatic — walking above the clouds, crossing volcanic peaks and sharp ridges with huge views. Sometimes windy and a bit hard, but unforgettable. Coastal paths show the power of the ocean, with cliffs, strong colours and waves hitting the rocks. You may pass small villages and gardens, seeing simple island life. Forest trails take you inside our ancient Laurissilva — moss, ferns, old trees, fresh air and silence, like a fairy-tale forest. Some routes also show history: old stone paths, farming terraces and traditional houses. Every trail has its own mood, and each day the island looks different — that is the magic of hiking in Madeira.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Imagine walking alongside a gently flowing stream, carved directly into the volcanic rock side of a mountain. That is a levada—Madeira's ingenious, centuries-old irrigation system. Today, these narrow stone paths double as the island's most magical hiking trails, guiding you effortlessly through deep laurel forests, under cascading waterfalls, tunnels, and into hidden valleys where cars can never go.
4 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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