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Explore Madeira Trails Bica da Cana to Encumeada Hike
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6 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in:
Portuguese
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Offered languages
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- Portuguese
- English
Feel the thrill of hiking through the UNESCO-listed Laurisilva Forest
Explore the São Vicente Valley and the Serra de Água Valley
Walk along the Levada do Norte, one of Madeira's largest levadas
Cross tunnels carved into the mountain and see waterfalls
Enjoy a break at a local café in Encumeada with views of the valley
What's Included
Depending on the size of the group, it may be a van or a taxi/Uber.
Don’t forget to bring your snack and water (1 liter recommended).
Meeting and pickup
Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout
(multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:
At the scheduled time, our guide and driver will meet you at the agreed location.
What to expect
Hike from Bica da Cana to Encumeada on a guided tour. Walk through the Laurisilva Forest, cross tunnels, and enjoy views of the São Vicente and Serra de Água valleys.
Your walk begins between the Paul da Serra plateau and the ridge overlooking the stunning Serra de Água valley. Follow ancient trails, winding tunnels, and levadas carved into the mountainside — each turn revealing a new perspective of Madeira’s breathtaking scenery. The route traverses the lush Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, where native flora and the sounds of nature create an atmosphere of pure serenity.
Your walk begins between the Paul da Serra plateau and the ridge overlooking the stunning Serra de Água valley. Follow ancient trails, winding tunnels, and levadas carved into the mountainside — each turn revealing a new perspective of Madeira’s breathtaking scenery. The route traverses the lush Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site, where native flora and the sounds of nature create an atmosphere of pure serenity.
Additional info
- 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
- Not recommended for people with vertigo or claustrophobia.
- Not recommended for people with mobility issues.
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- 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
- Not recommended for people with vertigo or claustrophobia.
- Not recommended for people with mobility issues.
- Hiking clothing is mandatory, including rain layers and proper non-slip footwear.
- A flashlight is mandatory. If you don’t have one, please inform the guide in advance so we can bring spares.
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Hiking Tours
Extreme Sports
Climbing
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- 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 a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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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