
PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer
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Is PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer worth booking?
PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer is a 8-hour experience in Funchal, Portugal, from $51 per person. It scores 72 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.7/5 rating across 36 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 72 / 100
- Rating
- 4.7/5 (36)
- Duration
- 8 hours
- From
- $51 per person
Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and mystical trail along a water channel, with green views on one side and stunning waterfalls along the other.
What you get
About this experience
Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and mystical trail along a water channel, with green views on one side and stunning waterfalls along the other. Observe the waterfalls, ancient endemic trees, the Levada trail, and feel the nature of Queimadas. Get picked up at your accommodation with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation. The hike is a round trip trail totalling 13 km in length. The starting and ending point are the same - at Queimadas Park. This hike will take you 5 hours to complete. The minimum elevation on this tour is 872-meters whereas the maximum is 1062-meters, so it's not known for hills or stairs. However, you will encounter 4 tunells with a max lengh of 200 metres.
What's included
Included
- Rountrip transfer
- In-vehicle air conditioning
Not included
- Lunch
- Breakfast
- Guide
- WC 1€ fee
- Entrance fees
What you'll see and do
Levada Do Caldeirao Verde
Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and Mystical trail in the nature, along a water channel, with green views on one side and stunning waterfalls along on the other. Upon arrival, receive hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation. The hike is a round trip trail - 13 km total - and the starting point is at Queimadas, while the ending point is at Pico das Pedras - trail PrJoel is an 2km - and so you will have 5.5 hours to complete the whole hike (15km). Upon arrival, you will have a lovely cafe house, a little museum and a surrounding gardens area. Hike information: • Duration: 5,5 hours • Extension: 15 km • Starting: Queimadas Finishing: Pico das Pedras • Max elevation: 1062 m • Min elevation: 872 m
300 minutes here
Pick up: Main roads of Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz and Machico.
60 minutes here
Funchal
Drop off: (same place as pick up)
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Hotel pickup
Pickup is included for all travelers. Pickup begins about 30 minutes before departure.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- pt, en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 8 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Do It Madeira
Know before you go
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Hiking Permit
- Not allowed: kids under 12
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 36 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Physical effort
9 mentionsExpect real walking or climbing: reviewers mention the effort involved.
The guide
6 mentionsTravelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.
Photo opportunities
5 mentionsThe views and photo stops come up again and again.
Organization
5 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Pace and timing
3 mentionsSeveral reviewers comment on how the schedule is paced.
Traveler reviews
36 verified traveler reviews for PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Almost perfect
Trail was an experience, highly recommend it! Changes to the pick-up schedule very late and all confusing instruction send by email was not so great. Also pick-up car broke down on the way up and we needed to hike to the start. It was ok (obviously) but the request to compensate was rejected due to having a taxi for return trip! How is that the partisipants fault? All the people met during the trip were great.
via Tripadvisor
Smooth Transfer & Stunning PR9 Hike Experience
The transfer to the PR9 hike was overall very good. Cristiano was running a bit late at the start, but it wasn’t an issue at all, as the time was made up by giving us extra time on the hike. After picking up a few other guests, we drove straight to the beginning of the PR9 trail. Cristiano was very helpful. He explained everything clearly and shared useful tips before we started, which made the whole experience smoother. Because the road gets extremely crowded in the afternoon, the plan was to pick us up at the end of the PR9.1 trail, which is considered one of the easiest trails on the island. The PR9 itself is also very easy overall, especially for anyone who is active or does sports regularly. The views along the trail are absolutely unreal, and the highlight is a stunning waterfall about 100 meters long, ending in a small pond, definitely worth the hike. The path is quite narrow, so you’ll often have to squeeze past others, almost like playing twister, but those interactions actually make the experience more fun. The only real “challenge” are the four tunnels along the route. The longest one is around 200 meters, and you definitely need to watch your head while passing through. Good hiking shoes are highly recommended, as the path can be rocky and uneven in places. All in all, it was a great experience, easy, scenic, and well organised. I can definitely recommend it.
via Tripadvisor
Very good hike transfer experience!
All good, on time, answered all questions, helped with directions. Thank you!
via Tripadvisor
Great company
Logan was very accommodating and helpful! We were not able to do the walk we booked due to trail being closed. They helped us get tickets for new hike. Miguel our driver was great!(tripadvisor was no help)
via Tripadvisor
Highly recommandable.
Very good driver, very nice, gave a lot of informations and good advice. Really enjoyed it. 👍🏻
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- Included for all travelers
- Booked in 30 days
- 13
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 72
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Funchal.
How much does PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer cost?
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Prices start at $51 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Funchal usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer take?
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Plan for about 8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Funchal is not rushed.
Is PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 72 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.7/5 across 36 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Funchal, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer?
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Around 13 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Funchal can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Funchal and add a light layer if any part of the 8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does PR9 Caldeirão Verde Queimadas Levada Self-Guided Hiking Transfer start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Funchal within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Funchal?
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On Outty we rank every Funchal experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jeep Tour Amazing West to Natural Pools -Full-Day, Porto Moniz, Seixal, Fanal Forest, Cliff Skywalk in Open Roof 4X4, West Tour-Fanal Forest & Porto Moniz Natural Pools Small Groups. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Funchal?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Funchal?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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