Madeira Hiking
Surprise yourself at every step with the exuberant scenery of this archipelago.
Hiking
Walking to contemplate
An ideal destination for hiking lovers. Mountains, ocean, green forests, waterfalls and viewpoints: the archipelago's natural wealth makes hiking in Madeira unforgettable and invigorating.
North Coast
On the north coast, you will find some of Madeira's most beautiful and emblematic 'levadas'. An offer that includes several levels of difficulty, but almost always with the omnipresence of the exuberant Laurissilva.
Hiking in Madeira means enjoying the opportunity to explore and interact with Nature, always keeping an eye out for how much there is to discover.
The great diversity of landscapes on these two islands is surprising.
South Coast
Most of the hiking trails along the south coast enjoy breathtaking views over Funchal, and provide moments of encounter and communion with the island's Nature. Discover and follow them.
The hiking trails can take you to the most hidden nooks in the mountains (sometimes even above the clouds), or to coastal areas.
Between waterfalls and streams, cliffs and crags, subtropical forests and viewpoints overlooking the Mountain Massif or the ocean, the surprises we are treated to while hiking in Madeira are presented to us at every step.
East Coast
Madeira's morphological characteristics and its network of trails mean that you can walk through places with varied surroundings, in coastal and forested areas. Discover the east coast trails.
There are trails for all preferences and all paces.
This means that anyone, of any age, can have the experience of exploring the trails and 'levadas' (the name given to the paths parallel to the irrigation channels that carry fresh water from the very humid northern mountains to the drier south).
There are dozens of trails, hundreds of kilometres and countless sceneries to enjoy while hiking in Madeira.
West Coast
The west coast of Madeira hides some of the most breathtaking sceneries with trails and routes that cater for those who just want to stroll along as well as those who are looking for a bit of adventure. Explore them.
If you are going to walk along a trail or 'levada', remember that you must do so safely and be reachable, with suitable equipment and company.
Furthermore, when hiking in Madeira there are fundamental rules of conduct: remain in the trail and carefully respect the fauna and flora.
Central Mountain Range
Madeira's central mountain range is located at an altitude of more than 1400 metres, and includes Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro, as well as the Paul da Serra plateau.
Porto Santo
Proving to be more than just a beach destination, Porto Santo has peaks that can be visited via footpaths and hiking trails punctuated by viewpoints with unbeatable views. Discover them!
Where to book
Hit the Road
Rua Quinta Calaça, 3, Apartamentos do Mar, 217 | 9000-108 Funchal
Adventure Kingdom
Av Arriaga, 75 | Centro Comercial Marina Shopping, Loja 214 | 9000-533 Funchal
Explore Nature
Caminho do Lombinho Maiata de Baixo Porto da Cruz CCI 206 | 9225-190 Porto da Cruz