Private tour

Madeira: Private 1.5-Kilometer Levada dos Balcões Hike PR11

Activity provider: Pearl of the Atlantic
Private tour

Madeira: Private 1.5-Kilometer Levada dos Balcões Hike PR11

Activity provider: Pearl of the Atlantic

From US$ 70.89 per person

Beginning in Ribeiro Frio, hike towards the Balcões’ belvedere between the typical greenery of Madeira’s forest. Throughout your hike it’s possible to contemplate the many peaks of Madeira Island, as well as encounter many species of birds.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
Spanish, English, French, German, Portuguese
Pickup optional
Pickup from your accommodation in Calheta, Ponta do Sol, or Ribeira Brava.
Private group

Experience

Highlights
  • Enjoy a private walk
  • Take in the the beautiful landscape from the Balcões viewpoint
  • Observe the endemic species of the flora and fauna of Madeira Island
Full description
Once having been collected from your Madeira accommodation, drive through the mountains before arriving to Ribeiro Frio. Following a short but grandeur walk through the beautiful Laurisilva Forest, arrive to the fabulous Balcões’ belvedere. From this belvedere it’s possible to contemplate the many peaks of Madeira Island, from which Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro stand the highest. Pico do Gato, Pico das Torres, and the well-known Penhad’Águia also constitute part of this breathtaking scenery. This area is also ideal for bird watching, due to the fact that it is home to a huge variety of different species. These birgs include the firecrest, the chaffinch, grey wagtails, blackbirds, robins, buzzards, and the very rare Madeira's long-toed pigeon.
Includes
  • Driver/local guide
  • Live commentary on board
  • Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
  • Private tour
  • Transportation by private vehicle
  • Wi-Fi on board
  • Insurance
  • Food and drinks
  • Hiking attire
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • Wheelchair users

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Warm clothing
  • Sun hat
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Waterproof shoes

Not allowed

  • Smoking in the vehicle
  • Drinks in the vehicle
  • Food in the vehicle
  • Vaping
  • Alcohol and drugs
  • Unaccompanied minors
  • Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle
  • Bare feet
  • Food and drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • This tour is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible
  • This product operates rain or shine, except in the case of extreme weather events
  • Please note that you are responsible for your all your clothing for the activities
  • There is an optional lunch available after the walk (payable on the day)
Customer reviews

Overall rating

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Genial, Gracias a Marcos, mi guía, por excelente explicación y buen trato durante todo mi recorrido

March 27, 2023

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Randonnée agréable sur chemin facile accompagnée par guide particulièrement attentif et prévenant

March 8, 2023

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Angenehme Tour, nicht schwierig. Eine gute tour, um die Levadas kennenzulernen. Der Guide war sehr nett und hat uns sehr viele interessante Dinge über die Levadas, aber auch über Madeira im allgemeinen berichtet.

August 16, 2021

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Product ID: 378124