Rabaçal Valley Nature Walk: Explore Waterfalls, Levadas and a Lush Lagoon

Embark on a thrilling 4.5-hour nature walk in Rabaçal Valley, discovering enchanting waterfalls, picturesque levadas, and a lush lagoon. Encounter endemic species and traverse a scenic tunnel.

Duration: 4 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Rabaçal - About 4 hours and 30 minutes along the Levada do Rabaçal
    During the course an explanation will be given about the levada and all its history and identification of the species of fauna and flora found during the course.
What's Included
  • Climate-controlled vehicle for comfort
  • All applicable fees and taxes included
Additional Information

Beginning at Paúl da Serra, this 4 hour and 30 minute journey descends right into the Rabaçal valley leading us to the first levada all the way up to the Risco waterfall. We continue our descent to discover the second levada of the 25 fountains. This offers an unmatched view of the Rabaçal valley filled with endemic fauna and flora species. Our journey endpoints at the 25 fountains lagoon. On our return, we traverse an approximately 800-meter tunnel.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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778charlesk
Jul 12, 2024
Excellent walk, guide & company - We did the 25 Fontes walk with Alvarro as guide. He was very knowledgeable but amusing as we walked, but keen also forbid us to be safe. The walk had stunning scenery and though 4 hours long, not overly strenuous. Thoroughly recommend the walk as well as the guide/company
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Chump57
May 31, 2024
Great walk - From start to finish an excellent trip. Alvaro was knowledgeable about the history of levadas and about plant life. The walk was paced to the slowest walker. Walking poles were offered at the start of the trip. There are a number of steps to negotiate. These can be tricky because they vary in height. Also beware of trip hazards,lumps of rock and tree roots plus mind your head in some sections. Around 4 hours was allocated for the 11km trip. Stops were built in along the way to admire the views and waterfalls. Overall excellent.
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39david
May 22, 2024
Fantastic! - Last minute booking with the free spirit team and so glad we did, from start to finish Suzanne our guide was amazing 👏. The group was a good size, Suzanne is very knowledgeable and she has a great passion for the island, 100% would recommend 👌
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Lydiem434
May 14, 2024
Very nice experience 😊 - 2nd hike with Suzanna, 1 done in 2023: Ribeiro Freio and this month the 25 fountains. The quality is consistent, Suzanna is passionate and exciting and took us on a much less busy route, a real pleasure.
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Ann
Mar 29, 2024
Lots of people but great guide - From pickup to drop off this tour went flawlessly. Susana was a great guide - I was in a group of 9 and she kept everyone together on this busy path. We started a bit early so we were the first group to first waterfall but after that it was busy. She paced our hike well, gave encouragement when needed and also gave information about the plants we saw along the way. I would recommend this tour.
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Bethany
Mar 13, 2024
Highly recommend - I would highly recommend this company. Very organized , friendly , funny and informative guide. Felt safe - with smaller group numbers than others we saw on the trek . Suzanna was our guide and was fantastic and very experienced! Thanks for facilitating a great day out.
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Marionhs6959fx
Feb 23, 2024
Everything perfect, anytime again! - It was great. Philipp was a great guide... with a lot of knowledge, a lot of joy in his work and a really professional guide. We can recommend it 100% and would book it again!
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Ulrikehf2832nc
Feb 5, 2024
Rabacal - Beautiful nature, beautiful hike, small, relaxed group, top tour guide - Rabacal - 25 fountains Great tour - started early - small, international group of around 10 people, TOP guide Susanna, explanation of the specific plants and bird life, with care and humor, no rush, time for conversations in the group too, relaxed and always good timing. We left the places in good time before large groups with loud tour guides. And: TOP driver, got to the destination quickly and safely. It was the first time on Madeira, I'll stick with this agency, it was recommended to me by the hotel guest relations manager.
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Abrahamdarby
Feb 1, 2024
An all-round beautiful day. - Great hike, even for untrained hikers, very friendly guide who shared a lot of interesting information. Nice group.
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Sunshine58260844837
Mar 5, 2024
Incomparable panoramas and ambience to the sound of the waterfalls - The 25 Fountains competed for UNESCO Heritage status due to their beauty and exuberance. A Sanctuary for the species of fauna and flora that we see here, namely the Madeira Chaffinch - Fringilla coelebs. Route with changes in the ground, appropriate footwear is recommended and due to constant changes in the weather, a waterproof jacket.
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