From Praia: Serra Malagueta to Principal Valley Hike & Lunch with a Local Family

Overview

Available languages

Portuguese

English

French

Spanish

6 hours

Mobile ticket

Explore an excellent place to be in contact with the local people;

Take beautiful photos from Serra Malagueta Natural Park and Principal Valley;

Be in contact with an intact nature, rich in fauna and flora;

Drive through the eastern side with incredible panoramic sea-land views.

Additional Info

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

Route File: Walking Distance: +/- 4,5 km, Total Walking Duration: +/- 2 - 3 hours, Degree of difficulty: Moderate, Elevation gain: +/- 100 m, Elevation loss: -/+ 700 m, Max Elevation: +/- 770 m, Min Elevation: +/-  120 m, Trail type: One Way, Path quality: Medium tilt, narrow and safe.

We strongly advise wearing hiking pants, especially from August to November. Additionally, bring decent hiking footwear, a hat, sunscreen, water, and water shoes (from August to October).

Activity for travelers under 6 years old.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Praia

Start your adventure with pickup from your accommodation in Praia and transfer to the starting point of the hike in Serra Malagueta.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

Serra de Malagueta

Meet your local tour guide and get ready to discover the main sights and hidden gems of the green valley of Principal. Walk downhill with beautiful scenery and learn about the local fauna and flora from your local expert. Arrive at the first settlements, with small groups of traditional houses strewn across the hillsides of the canyon, get in touch with the locals and experience the rural lifestyle.

30 minutes • Admission Not Applicable