About this escape

Raw, scenic and slightly humbling — Madeira Levada Hikes is European wilderness at its most rewarding. Cloud-forest aqueduct trails, sea cliffs and stone-village stays.

Going to Madeira Levada Hikes is amazing because you get the rare combination of striking landscapes, a deeply local culture, and the ease of European travel — short transfers, safe streets, and a partner network (GetYourGuide) that can put a complete trip together for you in minutes.

What you can do

• Guided hiking with a certified local mountain leader
• Optional summit attempt for fitter travellers
• Wildlife and landscape photography stops
• Refuge / mountain-hut overnight stays
• Glacier crossings, ridge walks or sea-cliff scrambles
• Cold-water swims and post-hike sauna