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.
25 magnificent waterfalls and fountains along the way make this hiking trail through heather and ancient laurels a true feast for the senses.
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Eagles rock 44
Travelled as a couple
United Kingdom
The walk was brilliant and lovely views all of the way just a little bit slippery on some of the way but that's it thankyou very much.
T
TUI Musement Traveler
United States of America
A friendly driver An excellent guide who knew everything about everything He made the hike so interesting with lots of information about the hike & the vegetation Beautiful place to hike Stops at all the right places ie coffee / toilet Highly recommend
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TUI Musement Traveler
United Kingdom
My daughter and I really enjoyed the guided hike. The countryside was beautiful, levada was interesting, but our tour guide Miguel made the hike excellent. He was very knowledgeable and also entertaining. He went above and beyond to make the day for us all very enjoyable. Thank you Miguel! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐
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TUI Musement Traveler
United States of America
A lovely hike and I would have liked longer to enjoy the beauty along the hike but it was very nice
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JJ
Travelled as a couple
United States of America
Der Guide kam zu spät, hatte dann fast einen Autounfall, machte schlechte Witze die Sicherheit betreffend um die Teilnehmer zu verunsichern und sprach bei der ganzen Wanderung mit niemandem. Er hätte ruhig etwas freundlicher sein können und etwas über die Gegend erklären(etwas das auch stimmt!) Er hetzte uns durch den eigentlichen so schönen Wanderweg ohne Gelegenheit in Ruhe stehen zu bleiben. So kamen wir viel früher zurück ohne die Gegend zu genießen. Schade!
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Rianne
Travelled as a couple
United States of America
Wat een mooie excursie, goede gids, kon veel vertellen. Prima tempo, niet te langzaam, niet te snel. Het was echt genieten onderweg!
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Eagles rock 44
Travelled as a couple
United Kingdom
The walk was brilliant and lovely views all of the way just a little bit slippery on some of the way but that's it thankyou very much.
T
TUI Musement Traveler
United States of America
A friendly driver An excellent guide who knew everything about everything He made the hike so interesting with lots of information about the hike & the vegetation Beautiful place to hike Stops at all the right places ie coffee / toilet Highly recommend
T
TUI Musement Traveler
United Kingdom
My daughter and I really enjoyed the guided hike. The countryside was beautiful, levada was interesting, but our tour guide Miguel made the hike excellent. He was very knowledgeable and also entertaining. He went above and beyond to make the day for us all very enjoyable. Thank you Miguel! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐
T
TUI Musement Traveler
United States of America
A lovely hike and I would have liked longer to enjoy the beauty along the hike but it was very nice
J
JJ
Travelled as a couple
United States of America
Der Guide kam zu spät, hatte dann fast einen Autounfall, machte schlechte Witze die Sicherheit betreffend um die Teilnehmer zu verunsichern und sprach bei der ganzen Wanderung mit niemandem. Er hätte ruhig etwas freundlicher sein können und etwas über die Gegend erklären(etwas das auch stimmt!) Er hetzte uns durch den eigentlichen so schönen Wanderweg ohne Gelegenheit in Ruhe stehen zu bleiben. So kamen wir viel früher zurück ohne die Gegend zu genießen. Schade!
R
Rianne
Travelled as a couple
United States of America
Wat een mooie excursie, goede gids, kon veel vertellen. Prima tempo, niet te langzaam, niet te snel. Het was echt genieten onderweg!
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Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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