Paradise Valley Walk
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Paradise Valley Walk

4.6/5
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37 reviews
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£31.00
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Language: German, English, French, Portuguese
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Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
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Why you’ll love this…
  • Paradise Valley
  • Walk the Levada Serra do Faial trail
  • Learn about Madeira's agriculture and traditions
  • Spectacular views over the village of Camacha
What to expect

The uplands behind Funchal provide gentle and panoramic walking trails. This morning walking tour will start at the appropriately named Paradise Valley, trekking along the beautiful Levada Serra do Faial trail, taking in the charming hillside villages of Camacha and Rochão.

Start things off in the traditional village of Camacha, which marks the beginning of the renowned Levada Serra do Faial trail. Follow this gentle walking route, taking in fertile cultivated terraces, lush vegetation and hidden hillside forests. Turn corners en route to be wowed by panoramic views over the south of Madeira and of the villages nestled into the greenness of the hills.

This is a gentle walking tour near Funchal that offers ever-changing views of the rich and beautiful landscape of Paradise Valley and the Levada Serra do Faial, during which you will learn all about the flora and history of the area from your local mountain guide.

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What's included
  • check Transport
  • check Official mountain guide
  • check Walking tour
What to remember
  • Wear sports shoes with a good grip or walking boots
  • Be prepared for all weather conditions due to the changeable weather
  • Wear sunblock and a hat during summer, and bring a light jacket during other months
  • Easy, flat walk with a duration of +/- 2.5 hours and walking distance of 5.5km
  • Not suitable for guests with cardiac or respiratory problems
  • Not suitable for wheelchairs
  • Not suitable for guests with poor health
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring a hat
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.6 /5

Based on 37 reviews from verified customers

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  • S

    Sue

    Verified booking

    5
    11 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Lovely walk. Guide Dorinda very friendly and knowledgeable. Easy walk.

  • P

    Penelope

    Verified booking

    5
    3 August 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Pleasant walk as described. Guide very good and informative. We were picked up and dropped off on time. Cafe halfway through! There was nothing to dislike.

  • P

    Paul

    Verified booking

    5
    17 June 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    A little over prced for what it was, also it was supposed to be an English speaking walk and we were th onlt British out of twelve.

  • N

    Neil Fraser

    Verified booking

    4.6
    26 May 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Collection from right outside the hotel. Transfer was short - only about 20 - 25 minutes Adriano the guide was really personable and knowledgeable about the area and the island. It was our 1st Lavada Walk and so we picked probably the least challenging. It was quite short. Next time we'll do some research in advance and go for something a bit more challenging.

  • J

    Jea

    Verified booking

    4.6
    5 April 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    Lovely walk with a knowledgeable guide and nice coffee stop.

  • R

    Rob Adams

    Verified booking

    4.2
    28 January 2025

    Travelled as a couple

    The walk was well organised from pick up to drop off. The guide was well informed and kept the whole party informed as the walk progressed. Paradise walk is an easy walk and can be walked by anyone, but you still need to look at your footing as the path is muddy with many rocks and roots waiting to trip you up.

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