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Serra de Agua Walk

4.4/5
190 reviews

You'll need to have your camera on hand for this easy half-day hike from Campanario in southern Madeira. As you follow the levada across the Serra de Agua, you'll be treated to view after view over the south coast, Encumeada pass and the small town of Ribeira Brava.

With an expert guide to show you the way, you'll only need to worry about capturing the stunning views of Madeira. From Campanario, you'll set off on a two-and-a-half-hour walk along the levada – a network of water channels that zigzag their way from north to south carrying much-needed water. You'll discover one of the most beautiful parts of the Serra de Agua parish as you trace a small section of this 65km-long levada.

Learn all about the flora and fauna as you go and catch sight of the dramatic peaks of Madeira's rugged south coast in the distance as well as the Encumeada pass and Riberia Brava. Along the way you'll spot clouds tumbling down the valley slopes and landscapes that seem too good to be true.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Madeira
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Language:German, English, French, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Guided tour
Instant confirmation
Smaller group size
e-Voucher
Hotel pick up

Why you’ll love this…

  • Half-day hike across the Serra de Agua
  • Discover the area's flora and fauna
  • Views of the south coast, Encumeada, Ribeira Brava and Campanaario

Important to know

  • Food and drink not included – bring a packed lunch
  • Wear sunblock and a hat during summer, and bring a light jacket during other months
  • Be prepared for all weather conditions due to the changeable weather
  • Easy walk with a duration of +/- 2 hours and walking distance of 5.5km
  • Please note a local Access Fee may be applied, to be paid on the spot
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring insect repellent
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 72-hours in advance to receive a full refund.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Transport
  • Guide
  • Walking tour

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

To see which pickup points are available, check under availability & prices.

Provider

TUI PORTUGAL


What people say about this experience

4.4/5

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Based on 190 reviews


Review categories

Safety

5/5

Service

3.4/5

Staff

5/5

Value for money

3.8/5


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  • K

    Katie B

    Travelled as a couple


    8 July 2026
    3.8

    United Kingdom

    The walk along part of the Levadas was very pleasant and easy (as sold) and the guide very friendly, informative and funny. Only downside was we were 30 minutes late being picked up and the tour had already started without us so we had to catch the rest of the group up. No one could offer an explanation as to why so assuming we had been forgotten.

  • H

    H&J

    Travelled as a couple


    15 March 2026
    5

    United Kingdom

    Fantastic, quite easy as is flatish. Beautiful view great guide

  • F

    Foy Low

    Solo traveller


    3 March 2026
    4.2

    United Kingdom

    there are some scary parts of the walk, levadas on one side, unprotected with no guarding vertical drop to death on other side, although it was a wonderful walk, guide was excellent.

  • A

    Ann

    Solo traveller


    15 June 2026
    3.8

    Netherlands

    Er was steeds een gepaste , nuttige uitleg bij van de gids. Mooie natuurbeelden,..veilig t.o. andere levadawandelingen, waar je door grotten moest. Maar dat was hier niet bij. Soms wel wat wennen aan het rijgedrag van de bevolking hier!

  • P

    PK

    Travelled with family


    27 May 2026
    2.6

    Germany

    Die Anreise zum Startpunkt der Wanderung ca. 30 km dauerte durch Abholung an 5 Hotels/Stationen in Funchal mehr als 2 Stunden. Am Start der Wanderung gab es keine Möglichkeit auf eine Toilette zu gehen. Es müssten erst 40 Minuten Fußmarsch zurück gelegt werden bis ein Toilettengang beim Zwischenstopp in einen Cafe möglich war. Nichts für Blasenschwache!

  • B

    Bettina

    Travelled with family


    5 May 2026
    4.6

    Germany

    Linda war eine fabelhafte und liebenswerte Reiseleiterin! Hat Rücksicht auf alle genommen und man hatte wirklich genügend Zeit zum Fotografieren!