Mountain and Levada Walks

Monday	CAMACHA / SANTO - Walking along the Levada da Serra (4 Km.) you will find a pleasant grove where the freshness of the nature is present during the all year. A trail with a low difficult degree where the beautiful views above the south coast is a constant. **Optional** If you pretend to extend your day, after a nice lunch in a typical mountain restaurant you can chose a guided visit to the Botanical Garden.* NEW Per Person 27,50€                Half day (morning)         Grade 1 / L *Levada + Lunch + Botanical Garden  Full Day  Per Person 60€	LEVADA NOVA/ PONTA DO SOL – 10km Walk Regarded as being one of the most beautiful and interesting contrast coast levadas located on the South West, this magnificent walk through the green eucalyptus forest, the cultivated agriculture fields, still maintained today and the famous laurisilva (laurel forest) of Madeira, person who enjoys nature. After the levada nova walk, we visit the sugar cane factory of Calheta, where the famous rum (aguardent) is still produced.  NEW Per person 34€ - Picnic 8€  Full day  Grade 2 / V / L
Tuesday	RABAÇAL (25 WATERFALLS) - Going towards the west coast of the Island a short stop will be made in Encumeada before starting the walk at Rabaçal (protected natural area). After this pleasant three-hour walk along two short Levadas with a remarkable evergreen landscape and waterfalls, a visit will be paid to the village of Calheta (on the sunny southwest cost). Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€   Full day  Grade 2 / L
Wednesday	RIBEIRO FRIO – PORTELA - One of the most beautiful Levadas on the Island, where we can see some species of the indigenous forest. Before the start, we will have the chance to visit a trout hatchery and trough the journey we can see bird species. During the 12 km (4 hours) of journey, we will stop for a light meal. Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€  Full day  Grade 2 / L
Thursday	CALDEIRÃO VERDE - This walk that will be made in the highest area of Santana will start in the Natural Park of Queimadas through a winding Levada and after passing though several short tunnels you arrive at Caldeirão Verde a majestic waterfall. On the return, you will pay a visit to Santana. Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€  Full day  Grade 2 / L	PALHEIRO FERREIRO / MONTE - The Levada begins in the high area of Funchal, between the eucalyptus and the indigenous forest. During the course, we will have the chance to appreciate the magnificent views of Funchal. At the end we will visit Monte where we can appreciate the remarkable gardens where Sissy, the Austrian empress walked, and the typical toboggan (carros de cesto). If you pretend to extend your day, after a nice lunch in a typical mountain restaurant you can do a jeep safari in the afternoon.* Per person 27,50€    Half day             Grade 1 / L * Palheiro Ferreiro/ Jeep Safari Central + Lunch                 Full day Per Person 60 €
Friday	PICO DO ARIEIRO/PICO RUIVO - We start with a unique view from Pico do Arieiro at an altitude of 1810 mts. Step by step we will follow the outline the abrupt mountains. At the end of 5 km, we will stop for a picnic. In the afternoon, we will leave heading to Santana where we can see the thatched roofed houses, after walking for 3 km. Distance: 8 kilometres. Duration: 4 hours Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€  Full day   Grade 3 / V
Saturday	RABAÇAL (25 WATERFALLS) - Going towards the west coast of the Island a short stop will be made in Ribeira Brava before starting the walk at Rabaçal (protected natural area). After this pleasant three-hour walk along two short Levadas with a remarkable evergreen landscape and waterfalls, a visit will be paid to the village of Calheta (on the sunny southwest coast). Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€   Full day   Grade 2 / L
Sunday	MACHICO / BOCA DO RISCO / PORTO DA CRUZ – (The beauty of the North Coast) - During the four hours of stroll (10km), we observe the contrasts of the island and the fertility of the land in small spaces where just the skilful local agriculturists can reach. The breeze of the sea gives us the mood to continue until Porto da Cruz, where a magnificent bay waits for us. Per Person 34€ - Picnic 8€  Full day  Grade 2 / L / V

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V – Vereda   L – Levada   B – Available only on summer   Grade 1 Easy; Grade 2 Accessible; Grade 3 Medium; Grade 4 Hard

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It is recommended that you wear trainers or walking boots, carry wet weather clothing, sun cream and hat.
Price includes: Pick up direct from your hotel, all transportation, insurance, mountain guides and equipment.
 

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