Rabaçal valley sits within a UNESCO-protected area with ancient laurel forest, waterfalls and natural springs that abound. This popular 11km-long levada walk will lead you through Madeira's magical lands along the western plateau for unforgettable views, surrounded by nature.

We'll start in the lush green valleys of Rabaçal Park and work our way up and along mountain tracks and forest paths. Your guide will be with you every step of the way pointing out the flora and fauna that Madeira is well-known for. Marvel at rock pools carved over millions of years of water rushing into the sea.

Afterwards, you'll keep following the levada through beautiful countryside filled with magnificent waterfalls and cascades. Enjoy a short break to soak up the atmosphere and then return to base after a memorable day in the great outdoors.

Nous avons découvert les levada et une cascade mais pas de lac.

belle randonnée avec guide sympath qui connait son pays et la langue Française. Pas de vrai difficultés. Malheureusement pas trop de point de vue disponible, on est souvent sous un tunnel de bruyères.

Prima wandeling. Was iets korter dan in beschrijving staat, slechts 7,5 km. Goede gids, sprak Engels en frans. Was geen zware wandeling.

Viel zu schnell gelaufen Keine Zeit dich mal die Landschaft anzuschauen weil man sich auch auf den Boden konzentrieren musste

La guide Magarida était super, très attentive, de bon conseil et chouettes échanges. Le prix de l'excursion était fort cher pour le peu de temps de balade.

Gute Führerin, resolut, aber mit Humor.

Why you’ll love this…

Scramble up one of the oldest levada in the west of the island
11km hike to Rabaçal valley, through UNESCO-protected land
See the Laurissilva forest

Important to know

Food and drink not included – bring a packed lunch
Wear sunblock during summer, and bring a light jacket during other months
Be prepared for all weather conditions due to the changeable weather
Moderate walk on uneven terrain with a duration of +/- 4.5 hours and walking distance of 11km
The local acess fee is included in the price
Bring a hat
Bring suitable footwear
Bring warm clothes
Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
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

Walking tour
Guide
Transport

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 90 reviews

Review categories

Safety

3.4/5

Service

3/5

Staff

3.8/5

Value for money

3.4/5

All ratings (90)

5 stars (49)

54%

4 stars (30)

33%

3 stars (10)

11%

2 stars (1)

1 star (0)

J
Juju
Traveled with a group of friends
May 7, 2026
3
France
Nous avons découvert les levada et une cascade mais pas de lac.
P
ppe
Traveled as a couple
April 1, 2026
4.2
France
belle randonnée avec guide sympath qui connait son pays et la langue Française. Pas de vrai difficultés. Malheureusement pas trop de point de vue disponible, on est souvent sous un tunnel de bruyères.
M
Marika
Traveled as a couple
March 15, 2026
4.2
Netherlands
Prima wandeling. Was iets korter dan in beschrijving staat, slechts 7,5 km. Goede gids, sprak Engels en frans. Was geen zware wandeling.
D
Daniela und Marco
Traveled as a couple
March 2, 2026
2.6
Germany
Viel zu schnell gelaufen Keine Zeit dich mal die Landschaft anzuschauen weil man sich auch auf den Boden konzentrieren musste
C
Cha
Solo traveler
February 16, 2026
4.6
France
La guide Magarida était super, très attentive, de bon conseil et chouettes échanges. Le prix de l'excursion était fort cher pour le peu de temps de balade.
F
Franz
Solo traveler
January 20, 2026
4.2
Germany
Gute Führerin, resolut, aber mit Humor.