Discover waterfalls on Levada das 25 Fontes trail
Madeira, Portugal • INR 460 approx.• 
Must Do
Must DoMadeira, Portugal
• INR 460Must Do
Best months to visit
Jun, Jul, Aug
19°C – 23°C, warm and dry conditions, suitable for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
19°C – 23°C, warm and dry conditions, suitable for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
No
Walking may be required
Walking may be required
Value for money
Medium
Pricey shuttle and reservations, but amazing scenery.
Pricey shuttle and reservations, but amazing scenery.
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Summarised by AI
Breathtaking Scenery
Couples loved the romantic trails and stunning waterfalls! Perfect for a shared experience.
Wonderful Hike
Travelers found the well-maintained paths and waterfalls made for a memorable adventure.
Romantic Getaway
Couples enjoyed a refreshing hike through the Laurisilva forest, a truly unique experience.
Too Crowded
Visitors found the trail congested, especially during peak hours. Early starts are crucial!
Reservation Hassle
Couples mentioned the mandatory reservation system was a bit inconvenient to arrange.
Long Walk
Travelers found the 11km round trip, with the shuttle, to be a bit long.
Hours of operation
Monday
open - open
Tuesday
open - open
Wednesday
open - open
Thursday
open - open
Friday
open - open
Saturday
open - open
Sunday
open - open
In-depth experience
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A duo embarks on a 25 Fontes waterfalls hike.
Join traveler on a hike along Levada das 25 Fontes trail.
When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
April
MEDIUM
14-21°C
Mild temperatures with a lower chance of rain.
Mild temperatures with a lower chance of rain.
Open
Mandatory time-slot reservations required since January 1, 2026.
Mandatory time-slot reservations required since January 1, 2026.
Recommended
April provides favorable hiking conditions with blooming flora. Ensure you have a reservation and start early to avoid crowds.
April provides favorable hiking conditions with blooming flora. Ensure you have a reservation and start early to avoid crowds.
May
MEDIUM
17-21°C
Warm temperatures with low rainfall, ideal for hiking.
Warm temperatures with low rainfall, ideal for hiking.
Open
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Recommended
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowds, making it a favorable time for the hike.
May offers pleasant weather and manageable crowds, making it a favorable time for the hike.
June
HIGH
19-23°C
Warm and dry conditions, suitable for outdoor activities.
Warm and dry conditions, suitable for outdoor activities.
Open
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Recommended
June marks the beginning of peak season with higher prices and crowds; early starts are advisable.
June marks the beginning of peak season with higher prices and crowds; early starts are advisable.
July
LOW
21-25°C
Hot and dry weather, typical of summer.
Hot and dry weather, typical of summer.
Open
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Mandatory trail reservations required since January 2026.
Recommended
July experiences peak tourist influx; consider alternative times or less popular trails.
July experiences peak tourist influx; consider alternative times or less popular trails.
How to get there
Car
Recommended
Drive to the Rabaçal parking lot via the ER 105 road. From Funchal, take the Via Rápida (VR1) and Via Expresso (VE3).
Shuttle
Recommended
A shuttle bus transports visitors from the Rabaçal parking lot on the ER 105 to the Rabaçal Forestry House, the trail's starting point.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and private transfers provide direct access to the Rabaçal parking lot.
Bus
Take a bus to a nearby town like Calheta, then a taxi to the Rabaçal trailhead.
Walking
Walking from nearby towns is possible, but involves a significant distance and elevation gain.
Additional info
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Pregnancy
Not suitable for pregnancy
Not allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
