Let’s talk about safety in Madeira
The summer 2024 holidays are in full swing, and we’ll soon be publishing some new posts about Madeira’s trails, including some less popular ones. I thought it would be…
Tag: Hikes and levadas
Our reviews of the best hikes and levadas on Madeira Island:
2 new bus connections to Pico do Areeiro
Long, long awaited good news for Madeira tourists who rely on public transport – but not only. On August 5, 2024, the operator Horarios do Funchal launched two new…
10 questions about self-guided tours on Madeira (+promo code!)
Looking for self-guided tours in Madeira? Easiest ways to reach the most popular (and unreachable by public transport) hikes on Madeira? Or, would you like to learn more about…
Madeira hikes: Lagoa do Vento (Wind Pond)
Lagoa do Vento is one of my favorite hikes in Madeira. It requires good condition, so if you think you can do it – you won’t regret it.
Madeira hikes: Levada do Alecrim
The Levada do Alecrim is a flat, easy, family-friendly levada. Are you looking for something more challenging? On your ways back turn right towards the Lagoa do Vento.
Spectacular Sunrise Hike to Pico Ruivo (PR1.2)
Sunrise we were blessed with on our way from Achadas do Teixeira to Pico Ruivo (Trail PR1.2). Best spots for watching the sunrise on Madeira…
Banana Route – Rota da Banana (+ travel plan)
Did you know that in Madeira you can also hike through a banana plantation? Check this family-friendly, lush, exotic green Banana Route trail…
Madeira hikes: Levada do Rei (PR18)
Levada do Rei is a beautiful levada with wonderful vegetation, beautiful views and suitable for less experienced hikers. The surroundings of the Ribeiro Bonito stream are a lush green wall made of giant ferns, trees and other plans, which makes you feel like in the middle of a jungle.
Madeira hikes: Levada do Caldeirão Verde (PR9)
Caldeirão Verde (PR9) is a popular Madeira Island walk that will take you deep into the São Jorge Valley, offering you great views of green hills and small waterfalls.
Madeira hikes: Monte – Levada dos Tornos
There are several trails and levada walks on Madeira Island that are easily reachable by public transport. One of these hikes is the route lying just north of Funchal: Levada dos Tornos
Madeira Hikes: Levada do Moinho – Levada Nova
The most popular picture from Levada do Moinho – Levada Nova is a picture of a characteristic waterfall carved in the rock. This part of the hike is definitely…
Madeira Levadas: Levada Fajã do Rodrigues (PR16)
The levada route PR16: Fajã do Rodrigues remains in the shadows of other Madeira levada hikes. I wonder why since it is a beautiful, green levada, famous primarily for…