Overview
If anyone asks me what the GARDEN OF EDEN would be like, well… What you see at the end of this trip could fit it. On this walk, you will experience everything: a Levada, big trees, bridges, aqueducts, tunnels, cascades and small waterfalls. We will start the walk in QUEIMADAS FOREST PARK IN SANTANA – a delightful little town well-known for its A-framed thatched houses. We will walk from here, following the path along the Levada, under the trees and the mountains, through the old hand-carved tunnels. When you reach the fantastic high waterfall – at the impressive CALDEIRÃO VERDE natural lake, you’ll feel you have arrived at paradise! You can enjoy a reinvigorating swim under the waterfall, relax, savour your picnic, and enjoy the stunning surroundings. You’ll see excellent examples of an ancient-looking forest, which could be the scene of the Jurassic Park films. The hike is majestic, with 100s of photo opportunities! BOOK NOW!
Included & Excluded
- Certified Staff
- Applicable taxes
- Entrance fees (where applicable)
- Insurance (as required by Portuguese law)
- First aid kit (basic items as recommended by ATR)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal and Caniço
- Torches (feel free to bring your own torch or head torch, if preferred)
- Drinks and meals (Please bring your picnic and water).
- Our pick-up and drop-off services outside Funchal and Caniço are not included by default. However, if you require this service, mention it in the booking notes. Depending on availability, we will send you a proposal. Alternatively, you can meet us at the designated meeting point at the Funchal Cable Car stop. We will email you the exact time and location, ensuring a smooth and convenient start to your tour.
Additional Notes
The Caldeirão Verde Walk offers options for every budget, whether you’re travelling solo, as a couple, or in a group. It guarantees a high-quality experience that showcases the best of Madeira. What sets us apart is our ability to upgrade any tour to a private experience, giving you a more personalised journey with flexible start and stop times. We’ll help you choose the best schedule by considering daylight hours, ensuring a worry-free experience that’s tailored to your preferences.
For something truly extraordinary, we can work with you to design a fully customised journey from scratch, with your preferences at the heart of the planning process. Click here to learn more about our Personalised Madeira Itinerary service. If you proceed with booking the walk, the design fee will be deducted from the total tour cost, making it a seamless and personalised experience from start to finish.
Other Information
Hotel Pick-upFunchal: 08h45-09h00 | Caniço: 08h20-08h30
A staff member will pick you up at the indicated place and confirm your voucher identification. You can present either a paper or an electronic ticket for this activity. The tour will begin as soon as we finish collecting tour members.
WhenSaturday
Year-round, except on December 25 and January 1
Duration8 hours
The tour starts at 9:00 and finishes around 17:00.
Trip SpecificationsDistance & Altitude
Distance: 13 km (8 miles)
Difficulty: Easy and Moderate
Max. Altitude: 980 m (3,215 ft)
Min. Altitude: 890 m (2,919 ft)
Departure Point and TimeConfirmed by email
RequirementsPunctuality & be fit to walk
What do you need to bring?Don't forget
Non-slip walking boots and the more waterproof, the better; camera, and a coat or a jumper if it gets cooler.
We also suggest taking your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and a hat in case you want to take a cold swim in the 25 Fontes “pool”. Only if safety conditions permit.
We provide torches (free), but if you prefer, you can bring your torch or head torch.
Take a bag to carry your litter away with you.
We remind you to bring your picnic and enough water as nothing is available on the route.
A raincoat or poncho if rain is in the forecast.
Walking poles might be a help.
Children:
Parents must bring a hiking child carrier backpack to carry their children under 4.
Good to KnowActivity level
The first part of the walk is smooth going, flat, becoming challenging with up and down sections towards the end. There are fences to protect you from the steep drops. We will cross several tunnels, but the path is easy to walk, except for people with vertigo.
Children: Not recommended for children under 8 years old.
SecurityDon't take risks
Better to go with a guide and relax, instead of getting lost in the mountains of Madeira. Knowing that the mountain guide activates the emergency system is reassuring if you fall or feel unwell. He/she sends a warning and the group’s location to the local authorities, enabling a quick rescue. All well worth the money for the hike.
Our ExpertiseWhy us?
We pick you up from where you are staying and drop you off when finished. It is an easy and comfortable way to get to the walk. There are comfort breaks before and after the walk. It’s easy to book. Our staff are qualified. We take you to various sites we know you will want to explore. Our fundamental principles are the comfort, safety, and flexibility of our guests and personnel.
Hotel Drop-off 16:30 - 17:00
Please NoteThe order of the itinerary as shown above may be subject to change and/or affected by local conditions.
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