Madeira Island: Private Hiking Tour – Pick Your Route
Madeira
We have several hikes, and you can choose the one you want to do. Private group with a certified local guide.
Private Hiking Tours in Madeira with Certified Local Guide Paulo Jesus
This private hiking tour in Madeira suits small groups (1 to 4 people) seeking peaceful routes guided by a certified local mountain guide.
Description
Join Paulo Jesus, a born and raised Madeira resident and certified mountain guide, for a private hiking experience. Choose your route from 15 available trails covering coastal paths, Laurissilva forest levadas, and mountain hikes. All tours avoid crowds, focusing on harmony with nature.
Your booking includes route access and reservation fees, transportation, insurance, and a local guide accredited by Portugal Tourism.
Available Routes
Scenic Coastal Hikes
- Vereda da Ponta de São Lourenço, 7 km (PR 7) - moderate
- Vereda do Larano - Machico, 11 km - moderate
- Achadas da Cruz, 6 km - moderate (Saturdays and Sundays only)
Levadas and Laurissilva Forest Hikes
- Levada do Rei, 10 km (PR 18) - easy
- Levada do Caldeirão Verde, 12 km (PR 9) - moderate
- Levada Nova and Levada do Moinho, 9 km - moderate
- Levada das 25 Fontes, 12 km (PR 6) - moderate
- Levada dos Cedros (PR 14) and Fanal, 15 km - difficult
- Levada do Alecrim, 7 km (PR 6.2) - easy
- Vale da Meia Légua (secret hike), 12 km - difficult
- Rabaçal secret trail, 10 km - moderate
- Bica da Cana secret and PR 17 - difficult, requires experience and good fitness, sunrise option (Saturdays and Sundays only)
Scenic Mountain Hikes
- Vereda do Pico Ruivo, 6 km (PR 1.2) - moderate, sunrise option (Saturdays and Sundays)
- Vereda do Areeiro, 2.5 km (PR 1) - moderate, sunrise option (Saturdays and Sundays)
- Pico Grande, 11 km - difficult
Includes
- Pickup and drop-off
- Live guide service
- Entry fees and route reservations
- Certified mountain guide
- License from Portugal Tourism
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
To book, select your preferred route and send a message specifying your choice. Bring appropriate hiking footwear, weather-appropriate clothing, water, and snacks. For sunrise tours, plan for early starts on weekends. Booking in advance is recommended to secure your preferred date and hike.
