🌊 Hike along dramatic sea cliffs with panoramic Atlantic views 🌿 Explore lush forests and ancient paths away from tourist crowds 🧑🏫 Small group tour guided by local experts who know the trail inside out 📸 Perfect for landscape photography lovers – don’t forget your camera!
One of the most spectacular walks on the island. With superb views over Porto Santo Island, São Lourenço Peninsula, the northeastern coast and the valley of Machico. Not to be missed! The Larano Hiking Trail is where Madeira shows off its wild beauty. Starting from Levada dos Maroços near Machico, you'll follow a centuries-old path carved into the cliffside, once used by locals before roads connected the villages. Now, it’s one of the island’s most spectacular hikes. Your local guide will lead you through eucalyptus forests, mountain tunnels, and narrow cliffside trails with uninterrupted views of the deep blue Atlantic. You’ll stop at scenic viewpoints and learn about the island’s geography, flora, and history — all while breathing in the fresh sea air. This is a moderately easy hike, suitable for anyone with basic fitness. It’s not about rushing — it’s about soaking in the silence, the scenery, and the soul of Madeira. With limited group sizes, you’ll enjoy a peaceful and personal experience from start to finish.
Difficulty: Moderate Distance: 7,5km Duration: 4H30 Schedules: From 08h30 to 13h00 Free cancellation *
Pick up & Drop off Official Mountain Guide Insurance (Required by Portuguese law) Entry Fee 3€ per person
Meals & Drinks
Meeting point at Pickup and drop off in Funchal, Caniço (please consult for other locations).
Tour Tips: Warm clothes, comfortable outdoor shoes (trainers are ok). Hat, sunscreen and water should always be taken to the activities. People without proper shoes (ex: Flip flops, high heel shoe, flat shoe) on pickup, will not be accepted to do the Walk Physical Requirements: is not recommended for people who got problems with balance and extreme vertigo. Vertigo & Claustrophobia: there is some areas with impressionable views but without any claustrophobia sites.
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Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours in advance and get a full refund. Allows a full refund when canceling up to 24 hours before the activity starts. If the start time is not defined, the deadline to change or cancel the reservation will be two days before the date of travel, at 23:59 (local time of the supplier).
Activity dependant on availability confirmation. If it is unavailable, customer will be contacted with an alternative option.
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