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Walk along a Madeiran levada (irrigation canal) through the valleys of São Jorge on this 8-hour, 13Km guided walking tour from Funchal. In a small group of no more than 15 discover some of the lushest and most peaceful places on Madeira and learn about the traditional healing properties of the area's flora.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Pickups from selected hotels in Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Caniço is available wherever possible.
Note that some hotels do not allow for easy access or parking. On those cases we'll send you an alternative pickup point close to your hotel.
For hotels in the Lido area, we'll kindly ask customers to meet us at our office in at Monumental Lido.
Please make sure to check your e-mail, SMS or WhatsApp for pickup messages or reminders from our staff the day before your tour.
Itinerary
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Your day begins with a 9am pickup from selected hotels in Funchal. Be sure to be wearing sports shoes with a good grip, or hiking boots, and to bring a packed lunch as there is nowhere to purchase food along the route. This walk takes you through the beautiful valleys of São Jorge, to some of the lushest places to be found on the island. While walking through Madeira's rain forest, you can see the profusion of herbs and medicinal plants that abound in these valleys while learn about the healing properties of these ancient remedies. There is also an opportunity to walk through or behind a teeming waterfall to one of the most peaceful spots on the 8-hour tour.
5 hours • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Sports shoes with a good grip or hiking boots
- Clients must be prepared for all situations due to changing weather conditions.
- If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- It's mandatory to arrange a small picnic to carry with you along the day (you won't find anywhere else to buy food during the walk)
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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.
Rating
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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