Enjoy a 3-kilometer hike through regional Madeira. Throughout this easy-rated hike, you will encounter much of Madeira's flora and fauna before reaching the impressive Lagoa Dona Beja and its impressive waterfall.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Private group
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 4 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English, Portuguese, French, German, Spanish
- Pickup optional
- Pickup from all accommodations in Calheta, Ponta do Sol, or Ribeira Brava.
Experience
Highlights
- Encounter the lakes of Madeira
- Enjoy a private walk
- Observe the endemic species of the flora and fauna of Madeira Island
- Take notice as lakes and waterfalls emerge along the way
Full description
Once having been collected from your Madeira accommodation, your day out in nature will begin. At the beginning of the descent to the house of Rabaçal, you will discover the entrance to this magnificent journey. It is a short walk of 3 kilometers, which is accessible to anyone.
Throughout the hike you can enjoy fantastic views over the Rabaçal. As you hike towards the beginning of the levada, you can enjoy the vast vegetation composed mainly by the Urze and the Uveira da Serra, as well as several species of local fauna of which various birds and cows are the highlights.
Enjoy the walk to the beautiful lakes and waterfalls that emerge along the way, where the wonderful Lagoa Dona Beja stands out. Complete with a waterfall that feeds the Lagoa do Vento, you will be able to take pictures of the lagoon before making your way back to the hike's start point. At the conclusion of your hike, you will be returned back to your accommodation.
Includes
- Driver/local guide
- Live commentary on board
- Hotel/port pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transportation by private vehicle
- WiFi on board
- Insurance
- Food and drinks
- Hiking attire
- Lunch
Not suitable for
- Wheelchair users
COVID-19 precautions
Customers must book this activity online because the ticket office is closed
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Comfortable clothes
Not allowed
- Unaccompanied minors
Know before you go
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- This tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible
- This product operates rain or shine, except in the case of extreme weather events
- Please contact in advance to schedule your pickup time
- Please note that you are responsible for your all your clothing for the activities
- There is an optional lunch available after the walk for a fee
