Between Crests and Cliffs

Throughout the Levadas of Century XIX (1835/1855), you will be able to admire many different species of Madeiran flora.We ended up exploring a little more of the wonders of Rabaçal to Lagoa do Vento, where the waters that flow beyond the lagoon are waters that feed the Risco waterfall.

This Levada is an impressive work of art built in the XXVIII Century, which crosses abrupt cliffs and mountains and transports the water that flows from the highest mountains of the island. Along the way, you will pass through 4 tunnels excavated by hand, until arriving at the waterfall formed lake of the Caldeirão Verde at 100mt. After resting and delighting in this spectacular natural landscape, it is time to go back and down to the Ilha parish.

There, you will descend down by a path to the beach of Calhau de São Jorge, where you can enjoy the sun and take a relaxing dip.

We continue to Quinta do Furão where you will taste an exceptional Madeira wine in the Typical Adega (Wine Cellar).

Departure from the Bay D’ Abra. Discover a walk of minerals, dikes, and stunning colors. The peninsula is classified as a partial natural reserve and the Desembarcadouro Islet, an integral natural reserve.

Before climbing to the end of the trip you can view the ‘Deserted Islands’ as well as the island of Porto Santo.

Back to the Bay of Abra to transfer to the next trip, the Larano path. The trip is made by the slope overlooking the ocean, on an often narrow and dizzying path. At Boca do Risco, you can enjoy the north coast of the island of Madeira and see Porto Santo Island. Relax, before following the walk along a path often used by the population to move between the two locations.

Enjoy a gastronomic experience in a typical Madeiran house with homemade flavors and tradition. Here you can taste the famous Espetada da Madeira (beef skewer), accompanied with fried corn, the traditional bolo do caco (bread), listening to the “Bailinho da Madeira” and Madeira Folklore.