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Saga Hosted Hotels
Special Interest
Walking
Walking Madeira's Levadas
Ponta Delgada, Madeira
30 minutes away from airport
Walking Madeira's levadas is a must-do activity for nature lovers and adventurers alike, and a fantastic way to experience the otherworldly landscapes of the island. These levadas, constructed long ago to transport water across the rugged terrain, now serve as scenic walking routes. We'll stroll along the flat paths that hug the mountainsides, providing awe-inspiring views of valleys, forests and, occasionally, waterfalls. There’ll be time to relax, take photos, and enjoy the fresh air.
Facilities
Buffet restaurant
Three bars
Coffee Shop
Lounge
Outdoor swimming pool
Heated indoor swimming pool
Wi-Fi
There is a lift to all floors
Nationwide shared chauffeur service– included on all departures from April 1, 2026
A nationwide return shared chauffeur service from your home to your UK departure point
Your holiday includes
All Inclusive
- All meals
- Free bar open 12 hours a day (local drinks)
- House wine and water at lunch and dinner
- Unlimited tea and coffee
International flights
Prices are based on return flights with British Airways from London Gatwick. Supplements may apply from other airports.
Maximum 20kg checked luggage, per person
Return transfers direct to you hotel
Plus
- Expert host
- Five included guided walks
- Hosted drinks reception
- Porterage at your hotel
- Free Wi-Fi
Exceptional value every time
Saga Host
Our trained hosts will welcome you and ensure you enjoy your holiday. We also offer 24/7 support if needed.
Travel insurance and additional cancellation cover included §
A price reduction is available if you choose not to take the included insurance and additional cancellation cover.
Please note
Grade 3: This grade is ideal for those who enjoy a variation in walking levels from easy to moderate. You’ll be walking mainly on good paths at a low altitude, with occasional more demanding ascents and descents. Walking regularly in preparation prior to the tour is recommended due to 5 to 9 miles of walking in the space of 2.5 to 4 hours per day.
Included excursions
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Rabaçal – enchanted forest and waterfalls (walking: 5 miles)
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This 5-mile walk invites you to follow one of Madeira’s old levadas as it passes through a sun-dappled laurel forest and the Rabaçal hiking area. It’s one of the island’s most popular trails with the Risco and 25 Fontes waterfalls serving as impressive natural locations to stop for a rest. After passing through a rock hewn tunnel, you’ll visit a still-in-use sugar mill at Calheta. Although the factory is only in use six weeks out of the year, you can find out more about the production process at the on-site museum. And what better way to complete the day other than with a slice of honey cake and glass of fortified Madeira wine once you’ve returned to your hotel.
The Eastern Cape – Ponta Såo Lourenço (walking: 5 miles)
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Today’s optional excursion takes you to the eastern edge of Madeira on the rocky Ponta Såo Lourenço headland. This volcanic peninsula features numerous birds and seals as well as offering amazing views out over the Atlantic. After enjoying the bracing sea spray, you’ll walk westwards to the whaling museum at Caniçal before continuing inland to the town of Machico – where the island was first discovered by the Portuguese in 1419. It’s a relatively easy-going eight-kilometre hike however, there are a few ups and downs, especially so around the furthest extremities of the Eastern Cape.
Levada do Rei (6 miles)
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Levada do Rei is a six-mile there-and-back walk in São Jorge. The trail follows a traditional water channel through Laurissilva forest - a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its dense, evergreen vegetation. Expect a cool, shaded route with stretches of narrow levada path, occasional waterfalls, endemic flora and plenty of wildlife. The terrain is mostly level but can be uneven and damp in places.
Assobiadores–Fanal (walking: 7.5 miles)
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Today’s walk covers approximately seven and a half miles starting from a trailhead in the northwest of Madeira. The route passes through the Rabaçal valley and the Chão da Ribeira forest, where you will see green landscapes, sunlit clearings, and traditional terraced farmlands. The final section of the trail leads to Fanal through the Laurissilva forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Portugal’s largest remaining laurel forests, which is estimated to be more than 20 million years old.
One Valley – Two Levadas (walking: 2.5 miles)
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This walk in western Madeira follows a levada route between Prazeres and Raposeira. The trail is roughly two and a half miles and of moderate difficulty. It begins in Prazeres and runs alongside a water channel through valleys, wooded sections and agricultural land, with views towards the mountains and the Atlantic. The route passes small settlements such as Fajã da Ovelha and includes viewpoints facing the coastline near Ponta do Pargo.
Location
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The hotel stands on Madeira’s north coast, which is less busy and developed than the rest of the island. So, if you are looking for a peaceful, secluded location then this hotel is the perfect choice. A 260-yard walk uphill brings you to Ponta Delgada, a charming village with a small marina and traditional Madeiran architecture. Follow the road down the hillside to Ponta Delgada’s small marina with its cafe. There is a bus stop directly outside the hotel with links to Funchal, around 25 miles away. The drive to/from the airport takes approximately one hour.
Out and about
As well as exploring the island’s capital Funchal, the hotel is perfectly placed for walking along Madeira’s famous Levada Trails, a unique network of irrigation channels that crisscross the island.
Funchal
Discover the highlights of Funchal, which include the Botanical Gardens, a centuries-old cathedral and the 17th-century São Tiago Fortress, which houses the Contemporary Art Museum.
Address
Sitio do Montado, 9240-104 SVC Ponta Delgada
The hotel was excellent in every way. The staff very friendly, efficient and courteous, the accommodation excellent and the restaurant brilliant.
Christine Nicholls, Norfolk
Hotel details
International and Portuguese cuisine are served buffet-style in the hotel’s restaurant, The Montado. House wine and water are included at lunch and dinner.
The dress code for dinner is smart casual.
Breakfast is available between 0800-1030
Lunch is available between 1300-1500
Dinner is available between 1900-2130
There are three bars: the Cliff Bar in the lounge overlooking the gardens and ocean; the Mardoll Bar is an evening venue, often with live music; and the Ocean Bar is located beside the outdoor swimming pool. Your complimentary drinks are available in all three bars.
The free bar is open 12 hours a day, between 1100-2300, serving local alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.
Complimentary fruit is available daily from the hotel’s coffee shop and you can also enjoy unlimited tea and coffee.
112 rooms
Balcony with sea views
TV
Fridge
Most rooms have a bath with an overhead shower (a room with a walk-in shower is available on request)
Guided orientation walks
Two levada walks led by your Saga host (subject to change)
Talk on Madeira culture
Tennis
Table tennis
Squash
Golf putting
Live entertainment four times a week
A weekly return shuttle service to nearby Sao Vicente. There is a choice of optional excursions available for an extra cost, subject to availability.