Overview
The footpath of LARANO offers stunning views, ever-changing scenery and vegetation. It starts in MACHICO and finishes in Porto da Cruz, a lovely little village on the north coast. This old path was, for generations, used by the local people to move from one place to another, often carrying goatskins full of wine or large baskets filled with products from the farms. The views of the dramatic north coast will amaze you, with deep ravines rising from the ocean 300 meters below. Before walking down the steps, you will enjoy the views over the small village of Porto da Cruz and the Eagle’s Rock. Continue until you have reached the infinity pool with great views of the surrounding mountains, Ponta de São Lourenço and sometimes the neighbouring island of Porto Santo. Enjoy your swim! Not to be missed. BOOK NOW!
Included & Excluded
- Certified Staff
- Applicable taxes
- Entrance fees (where applicable)
- Insurance (as required by Portuguese law)
- First aid kit (essential items as recommended by ATR)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal and Caniço
- 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 Vereda do Larano 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.
WhenThursday and Sunday
Year-round, except on December 25 and January 1
Duration8 hours
The tour starts at 9:00 and finishes around 16:00.
Trip SpecificationsDistance & Altitude
Distance: 12 km (7.4 miles)
Max. Altitude: 350 m (1,148 ft)
Min. Altitude: 10 m (3 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, a camera, and a coat or a jumper if it gets cooler.
We also suggest taking your swimsuit, towel, sunscreen, and a hat if you want to swim in the Porto da Cruz infinity pool. Only if safety conditions permit.
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 path is unsuitable for people with vertigo problems; Parts of the pathway are narrow with a steep drop on one side, but most have a barrier running alongside. • There are some steps and some narrow sections to overcome. • There are bathrooms at the start/end of the trail, but nothing to buy.
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.