The 15 Best Hiking & Levada Walks in Portugal

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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Transfer Self-guided Hike

1.Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Transfer Self-guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,798 reviews · from $37Our pick

Hike Madeira’s high peaks at sunrise with a $37 Funchal transfer, clear trail instructions, and pickup after the challenging 10 km route.

“Really enjoyed the whole day. We didn’t have the best weather but could still appreciate how magical the place was. Pedro our guide was just brilliant, so pleasant and informative. Really enjoyed the little museum at the end which gave us more information on the area.”

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Peniche: Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

2.Berlengas Island Trip, Hiking and Cave Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,473 reviews · 4 hours · from $46

Review of the Berlengas Island trip from Peniche, with a glass-bottom boat, cave tour, hiking, fortress views, beaches, and practical tips.

“Great trip - the boat was comfortable, the walking tour guide was excellent, so much to see on the island - it was worth the 4 hours and ticket price.”

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Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers

3.Pico Do Arieiro Pico Ruivo Sunrise or Morning Hike Transfers

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,169 reviews · 8 - 8.5 hours · from $37

Hike Madeira’s high peaks with sunrise or morning transfers from Funchal or Caniço, local guidance, flexible pacing, and stunning cloud-level views.

“Driver Radko was excellent - told us interesting things about the tour itself, explained the route in detail, was very friendly and we had a great chat with him. Definitely would recommend!”

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Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike

4.Rabaçal: 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Transfer Self-guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 841 reviews · from $38

Review of Madeira’s self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco hike, with early transfer, waterfall views, practical tips, costs, and crowd advice.

“Perfect in every way. Pedro was so lovely and provided us with all the information we needed to know. More than enough time to get round the hike although I think our legs will be aching tomorrow with all the steps up and down! So glad we decided on the 6am hike as we were the first people at 25 Fontes and got some beautiful photos. Within a couple of hours there were people everywhere on the hike!”

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Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

5.Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 756 reviews · 6 hours · from $35

Review of Madeira’s PR8 Ponta São Lourenço hike, with shared transfers, coastal views, practical tips, costs, timing, and honest drawbacks.

“The driver Miguel was very friendly, everything went as planned. Also the weather was playing with, the hike was just excellent. The place PR8 is quite crowded but at least in February you can still hike relatively free. The route is not that easy as described, there are quite a lot ups and downs.”

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Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer and Self-Guided Hike

6.Caldeirão Verde: Queimadas PR9 Transfer and Self-Guided Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 668 reviews · from $38

Review of Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde PR9 hike, with hotel transfer, tunnels, waterfalls, forest views, costs, timing, and practical tips.

“I think this hike, the Green Cauldron, is the most beautiful on the island. Because of the number of people you need to pass or give way to on the return journey, ideally the pick up time should be 45 minutes later.”

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Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

7.PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 620 reviews · 7 hours · from $47

Review of Madeira’s PR9 Caldeirão Verde hike transfer, with self-guided forest trails, tunnels, waterfalls, pickup details, costs, and practical tips.

“Gorgeous hike, amazing scenery and waterfalls and barely any incline. Getting wet is unavoidable but part of the fun! Highly recommend”

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Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

8.Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 516 reviews · from $45

Review of Madeira’s $45 sunrise and Larano Trail tour, with Pico do Arieiro, Guindaste glass platform, transport, tips, and honest drawbacks.

“It was a beautiful sunrise, an incredible hike, and enjoyable company with the guide.”

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Madeira: Sunrise Hike Transfer to Pico do Arieiro (PR1)

9.Sunrise Hike Transfer to Pico do Arieiro (PR1)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 446 reviews · 8 hours · from $34Best value

Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro sunrise hike transfer, including PR1 closure details, PR3 alternative, transport, value, and practical tips.

“Amazing experience! Had enough time to enjoy the trail before pic up 🤗 Saw many beautiful things on the way down PR3. You need good hiking shoes.”

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From Faro: Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

10.Benagil Hiking Cliffs and the 4 Treasure Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 424 reviews · 6 hours 20 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $54Top rated

Hike Algarve cliffs from Faro to Benagil, Algar Seco, Marinha Beach, and Senhora da Rocha with a small group and beach time.

“Really great experience! The tour company was really helpful answering all of our questions ahead of the trip. On the day our tour guide Claire was great, she knew lots of facts about the area and even helped us with recommendations for things to do after our tour. She was lovely! I would highly recommend this trip if you want a nice walk with amazing views and some relaxing beach time!”

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From Porto: Hike, Swim or just Explore Gerês National Park

11.Hike, Swim or just Explore Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 323 reviews · from $77

Escape Porto for Gerês National Park, with waterfalls, natural pools, mountain views, a guide-led hike, and an optional traditional lunch.

“Amazing views and scenery. Bus ride was a bit long but worth the drive. Never thought Portugal was this green. Water everywhere. Great waterfall pools for swimming.”

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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

12.PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 299 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $39

Review of Madeira’s PR1 sunrise hike transfer, with hotel pickup, Pico do Arieiro views, trail advice, costs, and practical tips.

“This experience will never be forgotten! Truly a once in a lifetime experience!! You will not be disappointed!”

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From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

13.Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 262 reviews · 8 hours · from $50

Review of Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço hike from Funchal, with volcanic cliffs, sea views, swimming, guides, transport, and practical tips.

“This is an amazing hike. I would include it to the top 3 trips to do in Madeira. The views are extremely beautiful! Unfortunately, I don’t see it on the list of the most trendy trips, but it should definitely be there! Amazing views, relaxing hike with very pleasing challenges and an opportunity to swim in a cristal clear water. The guide was very knowledgeable, explained a lot about flora and fauna of the ‘Madeiran tail’ and let everyone walk at their own pace. We also had plenty of personal time - something I haven’t seen with other tours. Highly recommended”

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