Madeira is remarkable for two reasons: the levadas (waterways) carved into the slopes, and the abundance of both familiar and exotic flowering plants. Some of the flowers, such as the Nile lily, have been deliberately planted by the levadas, serving to make these waterways.
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"Following the Levada Nova, walk one on the Landscapes of Western Madeira. This walk takes in one of the quieter levadas along the western coast of the island and winds through villages and eucalyptus trees. This part of the island is also quite dramatic with the cliffs rising up steeply from the sea and then the levedas cutting across the mountainside. You get to experience traditional levada walking but without as many people. The waterways also provide a great resource for the superb flowers the island is famed for, even some of the ‘weeds’ are just beautiful; for me the blue and white agapanthus everywhere were stunning." - Rebecca Bruce, Destination Expert |
Madeira has so much to offer and each of our holidays on the island promises a different, but equally rewarding experience.
Looking to base yourself close to the captivating capital? We’d recommend our single-centre walking holiday, Funchal & the Island of Madeira. With no fixed itinerary and route options that range from easy to exhilarating (plus an included hire car) it’s perfect for walkers of all levels. We also offer single-centre walking on the quiet, western side of Madeira, where the focus is on discovering lesser-known levadas and remote villages nestled beneath dramatic cliffs.
Prefer walking from hotel to hotel? Opt for our more demanding but hugely popular eastern route, an irresistible combination of iconic levadas, exotic flora, and the capital, Funchal.
Our grades are also explained below.
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