Levada do Rei

Experience the Mystical Beauty of the King’s Levada in Madeira

Levada do Rei begins at the Water Treatment Station in Quebradas, São Jorge. This route skirts the valley of São Jorge, offering a unique opportunity to observe various herbs and medicinal plants, with informative insights along the way. The journey starts in an exotic forest filled with introduced flora specimens, where you can admire the fantastic agricultural landscapes of São Jorge and Santana.

As you progress, you’ll enter one of the best-preserved areas of the Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999. Here, you’ll find a wide variety of native plants and bird species, such as the “Firecrest” and the friendly Chaffinch.

The walk includes passing through a waterfall before reaching the first part of the journey’s endpoint at Ribeiro Bonito. This isolated spot is where you can truly connect with nature, hearing only the serene sounds of the natural environment.

After a short rest, the return journey follows the same track, allowing you to soak in the enchanting beauty of the forest once more. This luxurious levada walk is an unforgettable experience, offering a glimpse into the purest and most untouched parts of Madeira’s nature.

Breathtaking Mystical Forest:
Walk through the pristine and untouched nature of the "king’s Levada" deep into the stunning valley of Ribeiro Bonito.
Historical Route:
Explore a luxurious levada walk that is over five centuries old.
Enchanting Scenery:
Be captivated by the enchanting beauty of this remarkable hike.

Prepare for an unforgettable hike by bringing comfortable shoes suitable for rugged terrain. Protect yourself from the sun with a good sun protector, and pack a windbreaker to stay warm against the high-altitude breezes. Don’t miss the chance to capture the breathtaking scenery and memorable moments, so make sure to bring your camera for amazing photos.

What is a levada walk?

The Levadas are a series of channels carved into in the cliff faces, carrying water from the mountainous north to the farms and plantations of the south, the oldest of which have been around for over 500 years. Nowadays are one of the most important touristic attraction on the island.
What’s included on the price?

Official mountain guide, transportation and personal insurance (according with the Portuguese law).
This hike is ideal for me?

The Levada do Rei is an easy/moderate walk and for that reason you will need to have a good physical condition to do it safely. This is an easy and flat walk and there are some parts exposed but very well protected.
What kind of equipment I need to bring?

For this kind of levada walk, we recommend you bring comfortable clothes, rain and sun protection and shoes with good grip (never sandals or flipflop). We also recommend you to bring plenty of water and food.
Is food included on the tour?

The food is not included on the tour, but we have the possibility to provide you a picnic pack (extra cost).

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44€

per
person

Difficulty: Moderate
Duration: 4h (approx.)
Availability: Check the calendar
Distance: 10,5Km
Highest Point: 710m
Lowest Point: 530m
Location: São Jorge

FAQS

What is a levada walk?

The Levadas are a series of channels carved into in the cliff faces, carrying water from the mountainous north to the farms and plantations of the south, the oldest of which have been around for over 500 years. Nowadays are one of the most important touristic attraction on the island.
What’s included on the price?

Official mountain guide, transportation and personal insurance (according with the Portuguese law).
This hike is ideal for me?

The Levada do Rei is an easy/moderate walk and for that reason you will need to have a good physical condition to do it safely. This is an easy and flat walk and there are some parts exposed but very well protected.
What kind of equipment I need to bring?

For this kind of levada walk, we recommend you bring comfortable clothes, rain and sun protection and shoes with good grip (never sandals or flipflop). We also recommend you to bring plenty of water and food.
Is food included on the tour?

The food is not included on the tour, but we have the possibility to provide you a picnic pack (extra cost).