Private Tour
Madeira: Private 1.5-Kilometer Levada dos Balcões Hike PR11
Overview
Available languages
3 hours
Mobile ticket
Once having been collected from your Madeira accommodation, drive through the mountains before arriving to Ribeiro Frio. Following a short but grandeur walk through the beautiful Laurisilva Forest, arrive to the fabulous Balcões’ belvedere.
From this belvedere it’s possible to contemplate the many peaks of Madeira Island, from which Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro stand the highest. Pico do Gato, Pico das Torres, and the well-known Penhad’Águia also constitute part of this breathtaking scenery.
This area is also ideal for bird watching, due to the fact that it is home to a huge variety of different species. These birgs include the firecrest, the chaffinch, grey wagtails, blackbirds, robins, buzzards, and the very rare Madeira's long-toed pigeon.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You are responsible for your all your clothing for the activities.
We have an optional Lunch available after the walk for a fee.
Children must be accompained by an adult.
• Please note that you are responsible for your all your clothing for the activities
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio
Beginning in Ribeiro Frio, hike towards the Balcões’ belvedere between the typical greenery of Madeira’s forest. Throughout your hike it’s possible to contemplate the many peaks of Madeira Island, as well as encounter many species of birds.
What‘s Included
Driver/Local guide
Private tour
Hotel/Port/Apartment pickup and drop-off
Free WIFI onboard
Insurance
Flashlight (when applicable)
Transport by private vehicle
Food and drinks
Clothing
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
North West Madeira
Price from Porto Moniz, Seixal, Sao Vicente area
Private Walk
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
North/South East Madeira
Price from Machico, Santa Cruz, Santana, Faial, Porto da Cruz and Caniçal area
Private Walk
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
Funchal Port Meeting Point
Price from Funchal Port Harbor
Private
Duration: 3 hours
Pickup included
South West Madeira
Price from Calheta, Ponta do Sol and Ribeira Brava area.
Private Walk
Duration: 4 hours
Pickup included
Funchal, Canico, Cma Lobos
Private Walk
Duration: 3 hours
Funchal, Canico, Cma Lobos: Price from Funchal, Canico, Camara de Lobos. NO FUNCHAL PORT.
Pickup included
Reviews
20 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A friendly and excellent private guide
anderssoaresg,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Duarte was an excellent guide on this light but beautiful hike with a stunning view at the end. On the way from Funchal to the beginning ofThe route demonstrated Duarte a deep and general knowledge of Madeira’s history, focusing on the functioning of the levadasystem and its construction when we started the hike. During the entire hike, Duarte attracted attention to interesting places and revealed important information to improve our understanding of what we saw. He also knew the best places to take photos and videos. Since Duarte is himself from the island, he also knew the best places to try local food and beverages. In addition, Duarte always showed courtesy and careful attention to detail, which was a great advantage during the trip. Can highly recommend!
Happy day!
Relax13140579305,,Oct 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect service. A Very kind guide and driver! There was very joyful. The guide gave us very useful and interesting information!
Levada from the balconies - spectacular
FrequentFlier326862,,Apr 7, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour was wonderful, very accessible, and the views were unbelievable. Duarte, our guide, is an exceptional person, I recommend this tour.
Great short hike
Angel57,,Mar 31, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Easy short hike which, weather depending, gives fabulous views at the end. Due to a flare up with my knee I had to abandon ideas of doing PR10, but this alternative was doable for me.
Walking through the forest
Vitor12346,,Nov 29, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very beautiful walk by the wood laurissilva. The guide was very informative and the Enterprise was extremely professional.
Removal of the shelves
Tyi39,,Nov 29, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a very interesting experience. The guide was very attentive to all the details of the activity. I recommend Enterprise.
Fabulous experience
Anafvferreira,,Aug 30, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Professionalism of excellence! The guide enriched our experience with the knowledge and wisdom he shared with us about the island and its history. I highly recommend the services of this Enterprise.
Excellent experience
anafscartaxo,,Aug 30, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We made several tours with other companies during our stay and this one was by far the best. The Duarte gave us immense information about the island and the area in particular and was extremely attentive so that we had the best experience possible. I recommend.
an incredible experience through the hidden beauties of Madeira.
Leonardo30609,,Jul 12, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The most amazing part of the tour was to go to the Mirador and be able to observe the beauty of the ocean from above.
Ponchaaaa
Carolina0198,,Jul 7, 2021
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00An incredible experience, very well organized and well received by the tour guides. Without a doubt it is the best option for those who want to know the best of Madeira!
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