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Rabaçal Valley Nature Walk: Explore Waterfalls, Levadas and a Lush Lagoon
Embark on a thrilling 4.5-hour nature walk in Rabaçal Valley, discovering enchanting waterfalls, picturesque levadas, and a lush lagoon. Encounter endemic species and traverse a scenic tunnel.
Embark on a thrilling 4.5-hour nature walk in Rabaçal Valley, discovering enchanting waterfalls, picturesque levadas, and a lush lagoon. Encounter endemic species and traverse a scenic tunnel.
Duration:
4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Rabaçal - About 4 hours and 30 minutes along the Levada do Rabaçal
During the course an explanation will be given about the levada and all its history and identification of the species of fauna and flora found during the course.
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Rabaçal - About 4 hours and 30 minutes along the Levada do Rabaçal
During the course an explanation will be given about the levada and all its history and identification of the species of fauna and flora found during the course.
What's Included
- Climate-controlled vehicle for comfort
- All applicable fees and taxes included
- Climate-controlled vehicle for comfort
- All applicable fees and taxes included
Additional Information
Beginning at Paúl da Serra, this 4 hour and 30 minute journey descends right into the Rabaçal valley leading us to the first levada all the way up to the Risco waterfall. We continue our descent to discover the second levada of the 25 fountains. This offers an unmatched view of the Rabaçal valley filled with endemic fauna and flora species. Our journey…
Beginning at Paúl da Serra, this 4 hour and 30 minute journey descends right into the Rabaçal valley leading us to the first levada all the way up to the Risco waterfall. We continue our descent to discover the second levada of the 25 fountains. This offers an unmatched view of the Rabaçal valley filled with endemic fauna and flora species. Our journey endpoints at the 25 fountains lagoon. On our return, we traverse an approximately 800-meter tunnel.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Ulrika
Jul 8, 2025
Excellent guide and stunning views! - Excellent guide and stunning views! Highly recommend going with a guide, lots of interesting facts and the best part is that you don't have to walk all the way back up again after the descent since the pickup point is in a different place..
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Rachaelst4826yq
Jul 1, 2025
25 Fontes walk - We did the 25 Fontes Levada walk. We were picked up on time, transport was comfortable. The guide, Maria, was very clear and informative and made the day enjoyable. The waterfalls were very stunning. The walking was an accessible pace. It's the most popular route so it was busy at the fountain, if you want a quieter walk maybe choose another but for us it wasn't off putting.
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Navigate33003374158
Jun 23, 2025
rabacal 25 waterfalls and lavada walk Madeira - just been on the 25 waterfalls rabacal and lavada walks with Madeira free spirit walks
our guide Alvaro was excellent he gave us lots of information about the lavadas the water falls and the countryside we were walking through
He pointed out the different plants and wildlife mainly small birds which would land onto the palm of his hand
we booked this through our hotel and everything from start to finish was excellent and well planned
would highly recommend this company and especially our guide Alvora
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447agnieszkam
Jun 17, 2025
Pleasant hike along the levadas - The hike was very pleasant and wasn’t too challenging, apart from some steps on the way. Wonderful and breathtaking scenery and beautiful plants. It was good to see the levadas, and how they were constructed. Our guide, Alvaro, was very informative about the fauna and flora and also history of the island. He was amusing and funny and made everyone feel welcome. Overall, I would recommend this trip.
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Retsklaiber
Jun 17, 2025
Rabaçal, a great tour with very experienced guide - We were a small group led by Susanna, our guide. It was a great day that will remain unforgettable. Susanna explained the plants to us, whistled like a bird to attract other birds. Susanna is a very friendly person, she guided us wonderfully through this tour. We felt safe with the driver (unfortunately we don't remember the name) the whole time. Thank you the two! We can only recommend this tour.
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585janb
Jun 15, 2025
Brilliant day with the perfect guide - We were a small group who went with Suzanna and it was a brilliant day. Suzanna knew all the plant names in Latin and common names , she could explain plant life cycles with examples. Suzanna whistled like a bird to attract other birds and she could imitate the frogs we found. As well as this Suzanna was very approachable and kind.
We went to the Rabacal in a new minibus with a very careful driver.
We are in our 60s and initially were horrified that the walk was 12 km but it was so lovely and no rush all our elderly group managed and felt we had achieved more than expected. Thankyou Suzanna.
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Wendyhickin61
Jun 14, 2025
Wonderful walking tour with a top guide - Suzanne the guide was excellent from start to finish. Prompt pick up from a clearly advised location. Very amusing and knowledgeable lady, impressed by her bird calls!
It is a busy walking route but Suzanne made sure we were ahead of the crowd as much as possible and took great care of us along the route, especially with her warning of 'ouch!' when there was a low tree branch. Would highly recommend using Madeira Free Spirits tours.
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Neveoc
Apr 21, 2025
Must see - Great walk with beautiful waterfalls
Not too difficult. Guide was excellent
Got rather busy later on. Definitely an experience that’s a must in Maderia
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Deannami5876yf
Apr 16, 2025
A wonderful trip - The hike was excellent, as a first time solo traveler I was a little nervous but everything was easy and I felt at ease with our lovely guide Maria. She provided insight into the history of the levadas, local wildlife, and was more than happy to answer questions. We had time to explore areas on our own and it was nice to get chatting to some of the others in the group. Overall it was a wonderful day and I would highly recommend to other solo travelers or people looking to explore Madeira for the first time.
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Aanner
Apr 7, 2025
Waterfalls in abundance, impressive levadas - Despite some rain we had a wonderful day with excellent & knowledgeable guide Maria from whom we learned so much about the history of the levadas, & about Madeira’s plants & birds. Definitely a good idea to bring waterproofs, & a walking pole was helpful on some of the downward steps.
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