Enjoy a Beautiful and Relaxing Walk Through Madeira’s Exotic Forests
Levada dos Prazeres begins in sunny Calheta on the south coast of Madeira Island. This easy and beautiful levada walk is ideal for everyone, offering pleasant weather almost year-round. The walk takes you through two distinct forests: an Exotic Forest with introduced trees and plants such as pine trees and acacias, and sections of the Laurissilva Forest, an endemic forest unique to Madeira.
The Laurissilva Forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1999 and one of the seven wonders of Portugal, showcases various native plant species. Along the Levada dos Prazeres, you can easily spot examples of trees from the Laurel Forest.
This relaxing walk along the levada lasts approximately two hours. Throughout the journey, the guide will share interesting facts about local traditions, flora, and fauna.
For those curious about levada walks in Madeira, this tour offers an excellent introduction to these wonderful water channels known as “levadas.” Explore the serene beauty and fascinating biodiversity of Madeira Island on this delightful and educational walk.
