Ribeiro Frio Walk
Activities

Ribeiro Frio Walk

4.7/5

Excellent
56 reviews
from
£42.00
Free cancellation
Language: German, English, French, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: from 4 hours to 8 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Full day hike along the Ribeiro Frio levada
  • One of the prettiest walks on the island
  • Walk through a prehistoric laurel forest
  • Spot endemic species of flora and fauna
  • Panoramic views of Porto da Cruz and Eagle's Rock
What to expect

Considered one of the prettiest levada walks in Madeira, the Ribeiro Frio hike will not disappoint. Starting in the northern hills of the island, you'll wind your way through the natural park, past mountains and laurel forests, rounding off in Porto da Cruz.

Over 2,000km of aqueduct-like levadas criss-cross Madeira, delivering much-needed water to the dry south-west of the island, also doubling up as scenic walking trails. You'll join up with a professional guide who will navigate the way as you follow the path along the beautiful Ribeiro Frio levada.

You'll come across magical laurel forests hiding tiny birds like chaffinches and Trocaz pigeons, and you might even glimpse the shine of trout beneath the flowing water. As for panoramas, you'll have a bird's-eye view of the parish of Porto da Cruz and Eagle's Rock far below. You'll have just under five hours of total peace and tranquillity among nature.

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What's included
  • check Walking tour
  • check Transport
  • check Guide
What to remember
  • Food and drink not included – bring a packed lunch
  • Wear sunblock and a hat during summer, and bring a light jacket during other months
  • Wear shoes with a good grip or walking boots
  • Be prepared for all weather conditions due to the changeable weather
  • Moderate walk on uneven terrain with a duration of +/- 5 hours and walking distance of 12km
  • The local acess fee is included in the price
  • Not suitable for those with reduced mobility
  • Subject to weather conditions
  • Children must be supervised by an adult (over 18 years) at all time
  • Bring suitable footwear
  • Bring money for extras or gratuities
  • This experience doesn't follow our general cancellation policy. If you need to cancel, you must do so at least 72-hours in advance to receive a full refund.
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Provider
TUI PORTUGAL
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 3 days before the experience begins.

What people say about this experience

Excellent

4.7 /5

Based on 56 reviews from verified customers


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  • K

    katharina

    Verified booking

    4.2

    28 November 2025

    Solo traveller


    vor demhintergrund der milliardengewinne der tui wahrscheinlich zu teuer. die guide war erst sehr distanziert, taute zum ende aber etws auf. aber sie machte ihre sache ansonsten einwandfrei, sachlich absolut nichts zu beanstanden.

  • P

    Priska

    Verified booking

    4.2

    31 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Super Guidin, Maria!!!Trotz Regen hat sie uns immer wieder mit ihrem Schalk aufgemuntert. Machte uns eine Möglichkeit für ein Naturpippi im Wald. Mittagspause von 25 Minuten an einem Ort mit Platz für 18 Personen. Superwanderung, sehr zu empfehlen!!!

  • A

    Andreas L.

    Verified booking

    5

    30 October 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Maria ist eine wunderbare und lustige Wanderführerin, wir können den Ausflug wärmstens weiterempfehlen… und wir hatten weniger Glück mit dem Wetter und wanderten bei Nieselregen ;-)

  • D

    Domenik

    Verified booking

    4.2

    24 October 2025

    Solo traveller


    Eine sehr schöne Wanderung, sehr ruhige und gute Wanderwege im Vergleich zu anderen Wanderungen weniger besucht mit mehr Zeit für die Umgebung. Schöne Aussichten, keine anstiege, großteils sehr flaches Gelände mit einem Abstieg zum Schluss. Linda hat sehr viel zur Geschichte, dem Loorberwald und den Pflanzen sowie Bräuchen erzählt Eine sehr gute Wanderung zum Abschalten und genießen der Natur

  • F

    Frank und Susanne

    Verified booking

    5

    11 September 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Wunderschöne Wanderung bei der man auf passende Kleidung und Schuhwerk achten sollte. Nichts für Freunde weißer Sneaker. Rucksack mit Proviant und Regenjacke sind ein muss. Wir waren von der Tour begeistert.

  • B

    Bettina

    Verified booking

    5

    9 May 2025

    Travelled as a couple


    Unsere Guide Maria hat die Wanderung sehr gut geleitet. Sie informierte viel Interessantes auf der Tour, hat sich auf alle Wanderer eingestellt. Eine wunderbare Tour in der sehr schönen Landschaft Madeiras. Kleine Gruppe, dadurch sehr angenehm. Wer mit Maria wandert hat immer die Sonne dabei :-)

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