Rabaçal is an unique and magical place full of waterfalls and fountains, this levada walk is the most famous and beautiful in Madeira Island, this experience will start with a 3 hour walk including a 800 mts through a volcanic rock tunnel leading us to the northern side covered by an evergreen forest providing great landscapes and wonderful sensations. On this hike, you'll have the opportunity to admire beautiful waterfalls carved in ancient valleys, natural springs with the best water possible and its endemic species of fauna and flora (Laurissilva Forest). After this great walk, stop for a lunch break in a typical Madeiran restaurant at Paúl da Serra, the biggest plateau of the island at nearly 1500 mts high with stunning views. Later on, we go downhill through a fantastic Off road 4x4 Open Roof to the South Coast, where you will see and enjoy the smell of the introduced forest of eucalyptus. Continuing by the coast to go to Cabo Girão, known by its suspended glass floor viewpoint which offers a spectacular panoramic view over the Atlantic Ocean, Câmara de Lobos and Funchal.
Rabaçal levada walk and open roof 4x4 tour
- Rabaçal is a unique and magical place, full of waterfalls and fountains
- 4x4 Open Roof Off Road Experience
- Cabo Girão, the highest cliff in Europe
Professional guide
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Wi-Fi
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Free pick-up and drop off in Funchal
Professional guide
Food and drinks
Food and drinks
Madeira, Funchal, Portugal
Not allowed:
- Children under 7 years old
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
- 2 EUR per person to access the panoramic point of view at Cabo Girao
Know in advance:
- Free Pick-up and drop-off in Funchal's area. Please provide your location at the checkout
Remember to bring:
- Wear comfortable walking shoes
What people say about this experience
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4.2/5
Value for money
4.2/5
Service
4.2/5
Safety
4.2/5
Charlie
From United States of America - June 2024Solo traveller
55 - 64 years old
Excellent
Overall rated4/5
Unfortunately this tour was cancelled due to a land slip making it unsafe, but I was a all day 4 x 4 all day tour at no extra cost by the operator
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