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Mild temperatures & year-round walking opportunities, even in the heart of winter
Walk along Madeira's unique ‘levadas’ system – the only place in the world
Treat yourself to a mix of 4* and smaller traditional properties in beautiful surroundings
Take in the dramatic mountains, deep valleys and rugged Atlantic coastline
Summit Pico Ruivo (1862m) - Madeira's highest peak
Admire the exotic and tropical flora
Choice in walks on several days
Admire the exotic and tropical flora
Choice in walks on several days
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Follow the Levadas to discover the dramatic and rugged mountain scenery on the island of Madeira. Our team have devised a walking itinerary that exemplifies the best that Madeira has to offer. Traverse the terraced hillsides and follow local trails and ‘levadas’ through the peaceful, idyllic countryside and ultimately reach the island’s highest peak (Pico Ruivo, 1862 metres). Stay at a mix of 4* and smaller traditional properties in beautiful surroundings and learn more about the island through our detailed route notes.
Closer to Africa than Europe, the Portuguese island of Madeira is blessed with a mild and equable climate all year round. Volcanic in origin, Madeira’s rugged interior rises abruptly to over 1800 metres, with forests of fragrant pine, eucalyptus and laurel flanking its jagged peaks. You will find colourful flowers and trees in bloom at all times of the year but the island is ideal for a walking holiday for another reason: its elaborate network of ‘levadas’ (irrigation channels), which wind their way across gullies and steep slopes to more than 2000km/1250 miles of channels and over 40km/25 miles of tunnels.
*An extra day is recommended in the bustling little capital of Funchal so that you will have time to visit a Madeira wine lodge, explore the colourful markets and the famous botanical gardens, enjoy the superb fish restaurants or spend more time at the picturesque Monte neighbourhood. Another extra day can be requested in Santana where you can enjoy a beautiful walk along the Levada do Caldeirao Verde.
On arrival at Funchal airport, a short taxi transfer is included to Machico on the east coast.
Machico was the landing point when the island was discovered. This peculiar corner of the island boasts the oldest church, the 'Capela dos Milagres', and two forts still bear witness of the locals’ defence against the many pirate attacks on the village.
Accommodation: Stay for two nights at either a hotel by the ocean or a small residencial (guesthouse). All rooms have private facilities. Both the hotels and guesthouses have their own restaurants where you can enjoy your evening meals, and there are also several other good places to eat nearby.
Extremely well planned, very responsive, great variety of hikes and hotels.
Excellent communication in setting up the trip. The accommodations and itinerary were excellent. The walking GPS APP worked well. The transports were reliable. We will use them again.
Each day the hiking was different. The logistics were well covered- hauling our luggage from hotel to hotel and showing up with rides to our hikes. The hotels were all very comfortable. I would recommend using this company for hiking trips.
Very easy to follow the hiking directions. The pick up and drop offs were good. Hotels and food good
Very well organised. Information submitted in time. Nothing left open. Their app is a fantastic tool.
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