All 5 options, side by side
✓ 2026-09-29| Option | Price | Per person | Length | Rating | Cancellation | Extra fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madeira: Waterfalls & Fanal Forest West Coast TourOur pick | € 29 p.p. | € 29 | 8h | 4.71★ · 529 | free | +€ 8 on site |
| Madeira: Rabaçal Levada Walk & 25 Fontes WaterfallBest value | € 48 p.p. | € 48 | 8h | 4.72★ · 167 | free | +€ 5 on site |
| Madeira Canyoning: Waterfalls, Rappel & Jumps for BeginnersTop rated | € 56 p.p. | € 56 | 3h | 4.99★ · 198 | free | — |
| Madeira: Levada Nova Hike & Waterfall Trail with Picnic | € 69 p.p. | € 69 | 5h | 5.00★ only 2 reviews | free | — |
| Madeira Canyoning: Waterfalls, Rappels & Jumps for Beginners | € 70 p.p. | € 70 | 4h 30m | 4.97★ · 151 | free | — |
Real price per person across the 5 options: € 29–€ 70 (median € 56). With an extra fee to pay on site: 2 of 5. With 100+ reviews: 4 of 5.
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Madeira Canyoning: Waterfalls, Rappel & Jumps for BeginnersYou get picked up from Funchal, hike into a canyon, and spend the morning rappelling seven waterfalls, sliding down natural rock formations, and jumping into pools. All equipment—wetsuit, helmet, harness, boots—is provided, and a certified guide stays with your small group throughout. Professional photos and videos are included, and you're back in Funchal by early afternoon.Is it for me?This works well if you want the thrill of canyoning without prior training or a full day of technical climbing—the small group size and certified guides mean you get personal attention and the pace stays manageable, which is what makes a beginner feel confident instead of overwhelmed.
Madeira Canyoning: Waterfalls, Rappels & Jumps for BeginnersCanyoning Level 1 in Ribeira das Cales, Madeira is a beginner-friendly adventure where you navigate six waterfalls, make three optional jumps and rappel 15 meters through an 850-meter route near Pico do Areeiro. The entire activity takes about three and a half hours and includes full gear, a live guide in multiple languages, GoPro video and photos, water and snacks, plus hotel pickup. Children from age 7 are welcome.Is it for me?Pick this if you want to jump and rappel through waterfalls with a guide managing safety and route decisions—you focus on the movement, not the planning.
Madeira: Levada Nova Hike & Waterfall Trail with PicnicYou hike the Levada Nova through Madeira's south, walking narrow ridge paths above the Ponta do Sol valley and passing small waterfalls along the way. The route includes a picnic with local snacks mid-hike, a local coffee and poncha drink at the end, plus pickup and drop-off from Funchal or nearby hotels. The hike runs five to six hours and requires no special climbing skill, though the narrow sections and altitude mean you need to be comfortable with exposure and in good fitness shape.Is it for me?Book this if you want a levada hike with real exposure and valley views but don't want to arrange transport, a guide or timing yourself—the narrow sections and waterfalls are what make the route memorable, and the fixed schedule fits it all into one afternoon.
Madeira: Waterfalls & Fanal Forest West Coast TourYou get picked up from your hotel and spend a full day driving the west coast of Madeira with a local guide in a small group, visiting Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão's sea cliffs, the mysterious Fanal Forest, natural pools at Porto Moniz, and Bridal Veil waterfall. Lunch and stops are built in, and the guide decides in real time whether the forest walk happens based on weather. You're back in Funchal by evening.Is it for me?Book this if you want to see Madeira's west coast and mountain interior in one day without renting a car or planning the route yourself—the small group size and local guide mean you stop where it matters and skip the tourist traps.
Madeira: Rabaçal Levada Walk & 25 Fontes WaterfallYou start at your hotel at 9am and walk 11 kilometers through the Rabaçal Valley, passing the Risco waterfall and descending to a small lake fed by 25 natural springs cascading from a cliff. A fully qualified guide leads the route, which loops back through a water tunnel instead of retracing your steps. Bring sturdy hiking shoes, a packed lunch, and clothes for changing weather; the full day ends with hotel return in the evening.Is it for me?Right for hikers who want a full-day walk in Madeira's interior without arranging transport or a guide—the early pickup and set route mean you show up with boots and a packed lunch and the rest is handled. The loop return through the water tunnel means you're not retracing the same path twice.
Frequently asked questions
Can I book with free cancellation?
Yes: 5 of the 5 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last between 2 and 5 hours. There are also shorter and longer formats to fit your itinerary.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Madeira: Waterfalls & Fanal Forest West Coast Tour is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.71 out of 5 across 529 reviews.
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