Madeira: Rabaçal Valleys 3-Hour Guided Walk
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Discover the forest and waterfalls in the Rabaçal area on this 3-hour guided walk in Madeira. Explore the vegetation of the Laurisilva Forest of Madeira and admire spectacular waterfalls as you walk along the island’s levadas (aqueducts).
Highlights
- Enjoy walking in the Laurisilva Forest of Madeira
- Walk along the levadas, the island’s name given to the small aqueducts
- Explore the laurisilva vegetation
- Admire spectacular waterfalls
Description
Enjoy a 3-hour levada (aqueduct) walk with fascinating landscapes incorporating tremendous valleys, spectacular waterfalls, infinite laurel, header forest, and beautiful springs. This and much more is what the Rabaçal area has to offer.
At this height the landscape is dominated by moorland, which includes Erica arborea and Erica scoparia as well as Madeiran whortleberry. This vegetation alters with the altitude as it reduces other predominate species, including the rare mountain mocano (Pittosporum coriaceum). This area includes Madeira’s Laurisilva Forest, which has been classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999.
Includes
Return transportation from the hotel
Mountain tour guide
Important Information
- The total distance of the walk is 10 kilometers and the difficulty degree is moderate
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund