Guided trekking on the Levada do Rabaçal, Risco and 25 Fontes

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“Levadas” are man-made irrigation canals built to provide water from the northern to the southern part of Madeira, where the climate is drier. The Levadas of do Rabaçal, Risco and 25 Fontes are part of this network of over 3000 kilometers of canals.You will walk through the Rabaçal Valley, one of Mother Nature’s masterpieces in Madeira Island. Starting descending the Paul da Serra plateau, until you reach the Rabaçal guesthouse and the waterfall known as Risco. The trekking continues through the 25 Fontes Levada to a lagoon, located in the inferior part of a rock, from where the 25 fountains flow. Take your time to enjoy the beautiful landscapes and the surrounding nature.The way back will be through an 800 meters tunnel, which leads the water to the south part of the island. During the 11 km of the levada, you will reach a maximum altitude of 1280 meters and a minimum of 975 meters.
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Not suitable for:
* guests that suffer from vertigo, or with reduced mobility
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
* Infants until 3 years old are free of charge, however, if a car seat is required a supplement of 3€ will be charged locally
Know in advance:
* The walking time is about 4 hours, the walking distance is 11 km
* It's recommended to wear comfortable footwear
* Foods and drinks are not included, it's recommended to bring a packed lunch, snacks, and water
* Parents will be entirely responsible for children 0 to 10 years old
* Please provide a valid contact number and e-mail address upon booking, so you may be informed of any changes of the tour
* Excursion may be cancelled due to bad weather conditions or if the tour guide evaluates that the tour cannot happen due to security reasons. If this happensan alternative tour for the same day will be offered, or, in case, participant chose not to accept the alternative, a full refund will be given