Walk with a local
By Madeira Trail Tours · listed in guided levada walks in Madeira
I'd look here if you want a small group on a guided walk. The shared Walk with a local option takes up to 6 people. The route depends on your day of the week.
Monday visits 25 Fontes and Risco. Tuesday follows Larano. Wednesday is for Caldeirão Verde. Thursday covers Fanal and Levada dos Cedros. Friday follows Levada do Rei. Saturday goes to Ponta de São Lourenço.
Pickup and return transport are included. Accident and liability insurance are included too. Lunch costs extra. Send your address to arrange your pickup time.
- Trip type
- Shared tour with stops
- Duration
- 4 hours to 6 hours
- Listed group limit
- up to 6 people
- Price
- from €50 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.95/5 from 66 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 27 reviews
- Languages
- Portuguese, English, Spanish
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Choose Walk with a local for a shared walk. Private Tour is a separate option.
- Travellers must be aged 12 to 75.
- You need moderate fitness.
- Send your address to arrange your pickup time.
- Lunch costs extra.
- Bad weather can cancel the trip.
- Give this one a miss if you have a heart condition.
- Up to 6 people per booking.
Options
Pick the option on the booking page. Prices are the lowest for each option.
| Option | What it is | From | Languages |
|---|---|---|---|
| Private Tour | Private Tour: In this option you will not share the tour with other guests. Pickup included | €75 per adult | Spanish, English, Portuguese |
| Walk with a local | Pickup included | €50 per adult | Spanish, English, Portuguese |
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Programme
- Drive to the start of the walk
- Walk the route for your day of the week
- Pause for photos or a snack on routes through the forest
- Stop for a drink before returning if you want
- Return to your hotel
What the operator writes about each stop
- On the way
We'll talk about some relevant information about Madeira during the car trip to the start point, have an unforgettable experience by walking in the most magical places of Madeira, and if you want we can finish with a cold or hot drink in some place before dropping you off again at the hotel.
- Laurissilva Forest
Most of our tours pass in some area with this ancient endemic forest. We will do some quick stops along the way to admire, take pictures or eat a snack surrounded by the laurel trees
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- Private transportation
- Personal Accidents and Liability Insurances
Paid separately
- Lunch
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup included. Pickup 30 minutes before departure. 131 pickup points listed by the operator.
Please inform your address in order to set your pickup time
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat. Check your date when you book.
The operator confirms after you book. Book at least 12 hours ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Adult rate: ages 12 to 75
Ratings by source
4.95/5 from 66 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 5.0 from 27 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 5.0 | 27 | 26 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 4.9 | 39 | 37 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Madeira Trail Tours's own words, from the Viator listing.
In this experience i'm suggesting some of the most beautiful walking trails in Madeira Island.
All the tours are scheduled in the less busiest day in each area to provide you a calm and relaxing experiences out of the crowds.
The schedule for the week will be the following:
Monday: 25 Fountains and Risco levadas with waterfalls - Distance: 11km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 3
Tuesday: Larano coastal and forest trail - Distance: 11km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 2
Wednesday: Caldeirão Verde Levada - Distance: 13km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 3
Thursday: Fanal and Levada dos Cedros - Distance 12km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 4
Friday: Levada do Rei - Distance 10km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 1
Saturday: Ponta São Lourenço - Distance 7km / Difficulty Level (1-5): 2
You can search for these names to have a look at the sceneries before booking.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Madeira Peaks - Mountain Walk€2 cheaper · 4 hours longer · 16 people at most · from €48 per adult
- Levada da Referta - Castelejo€15 cheaper · 2 hours shorter · 16 people at most · from €35 per adult
- Larano Walking Tour€5 cheaper · 30 minutes longer · 16 people at most · from €45 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Every detail on this page comes from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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