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Walk the Levada do Moinho in Ponta do Sol

4.5/5
29 reviews

This walk is all about experiencing Madeira's varied landscapes and levadas in one day. You'll meander along valleys on the Levada do Moinho, catching sight of fruit and vegetable plantations, then join the Levada Nova to see waterfalls in amongst rock formations. You'll have earnt your ice-cool drink by the end.

We'll kick off the adventure from one of the oldest quintas on the island, Quinta ‘Solar dos Esmeraldos', where the Levada do Moinho takes us into the Ribeira da Ponta do Sol valley. Pass by terraced fields, blooming with blackberries and more, then before you reach Levada Nova, there's some photo-worthy views over the valley and sea below.

Now you'll amble along the rocky levada, hopping across a riverbed to where stunning waterfalls thunder over it. Catch their spray to cool off, then continue along the path to more waterfalls cutting through the rocks.

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…

  • Walk through Ribeira da Ponta do Sol valley
  • See waterfalls on the Levada Nova
  • Views over the valleys and ocean

Important to know

  • Bring a packed lunch, walking boots and a rain jacket
  • Not recommended if you suffer from vertigo
  • Some paths may be slippery/unstable
  • You'll walk for 10km for about 3.5 hours and climb 100m in total
  • Not suitable for expectant mothers or guests with back problems
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Not suitable for families with small children
  • Bring insect repellent
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Food and drinks not included
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • English-speaking guide for all nationalities
  • 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

4.5/5

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Based on 29 reviews


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  • C

    Celina

    Travelled as a couple


    17 August 2024
    5

    Germany

    Unser Guide war sehr nett und hat sich sehr darum gekümmert dass wir alle, vor allem an unsicheren Stellen der Levada, uns sicher und wohl fühlten. Besonders der Teil der Levada Nova hat uns sehr gefallen, mit dem Wasserfall als Highlight der Tour. Die 10km Strecke waren durchaus machbar. Trotz der etwas großen Gruppe von ca. 25 Leuten, konnte man auch mal stehen bleiben um Fotos zu machen oder sich die schöne Landschaft anzuschauen. Der Preis ist unserer Meinung nach etwas hoch.

  • N

    Nicole

    Travelled as a couple


    16 July 2024
    5

    Netherlands

    Prachtige wandeling olv een deskundige gids. Voor mij de eerste keer een georganiseerde hike, vond het erg prettig en had eigenlijk amper door dat we in een groep liepen. Erg genoten van de mooie uitzichten , tunnels en watervallen.

  • A

    Astrid

    Travelled as a couple


    4 July 2024
    4.2

    Netherlands

    Mooie afwisselende wandeling met een goede gids die veel wist en vertelde. Prachtige waterval onderweg. Aanrader!

  • B

    Bernd Heimes

    Travelled as a couple


    28 June 2024
    4.6

    Germany

    Die einheimische Führerin hat sehr kompetent und nett die Wanderung geführt.

  • T

    TiNi

    Travelled with family


    6 June 2024
    5

    Germany

    Linda hat uns sehr gut geleitet und hat uns viel über die Vegetation erzählt. Das war sehr interessant. Tolle Streckenauswahl. Der Busfahrer hat uns sicher und ruhig gefahren.

  • B

    BADEN-WÜRTTEMBERG

    Travelled as a couple


    5 April 2024
    4.2

    Germany

    Es war eine super Tour, nur das Wetter war das Problem. Was aber die Tour mit 4,5 Stunden Dauerregen unvergesslich machte. Wasser von oben, der Seite und unten.