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PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal

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Funchal, Portugal
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8 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

Our concept is for SELF-GUIDED hikers, that enjoy walking and discovering at their own pace with total freedom, providing you with enough time to walk both the hikes (25 Fountains & Risco levadas).

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What's Included

  • Map and hike explanation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Hiking Tax - Simplifica website
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Meeting and Pickup

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INCLUDED: Pick-up and Drop-of at your accommodation (CENTRAL AREAS Ponta do Sol, Ribeira Brava, Caniço and Funchal)

What To Expect

Experience a different perspective on hiking: at your own rythym. With pick up and drop at your accommodation*, enjoy a Self Guided hike and visit the one of the most famous walk in Madeira: 25 Fontes and Risco Levada. Our schedules allow you to "skip the line" and have the path almost to yourself, during the first hours.

Program:

The guests are picked up at their accommodation to join a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van), in direction to the 2nd famous hike in Madeira - 25 Fontes in Rabaçal (beggining).
The hosts provide hike instructions and map explanation, with schedules. You will have 5 hours to do both paths "25 Fontes" and "Risco", ending at the cafe - Casa do Rabaçal. The pick up and drop of locations are the same (parking lot).

Hike Information:
- Duration: 5 hours
- Extension: 10 km
- Starting/Ending Point: Parking Lot 25 Fontes
- Max Elevation: 1300 m
- Min Elevation: 1000 m

Transfer Information:
- Capacity: 8 people
- From the city to Rabaçal: average 1.5 hour
- From Rabaçal to the city: average 1.5 hour
- *Pick up/Drop off limits: Funchal, central area of Camara de Lobos and Caniço areas

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Kids under 12
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions (7)

Q: What is the cancellation policy for the PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WEST).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-339274P2

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What's Included

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  • Map and hike explanation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Breakfast
  • Lunch
  • Hiking Tax - Simplifica website
  • WC 1 EUR
  • Guide

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Kids under 12
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
  • Operated by a business

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