Hikes & Levadas

PR8 Ponta São Lourenço Hiking Transfer

Payment

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Tour Type

Self-guided

Pickup

Free pickup

Duration

6

Description

Hike Madeira’s most iconic coastal trail on a self-guided PR8 walk, with transfers included to and from Ponta São Lourenço.

This is the easiest way to do the hike without renting a car: we pick you up, take you to the trailhead, explain the route, and collect you again when you finish.

Expect dramatic ocean views the whole way, wide open scenery, and a relaxed, easy route that suits most travelers. If you have extra time and it’s warm, you can bring swimwear for a quick dip.


🥾 Trail Information (at a glance)

Distance: 7.5 km (round trip)

Walking time: ~3–4 hours

Difficulty: Moderate

Trail type: Out-and-back

Total experience: ~6–6.5 hours (incl. transfers)

  • PR8 Ponta São Lourenço trail
  • Ocean views the entire way
  • Self-guided hike at your pace

Highlights

Includes

  • Shared round-trip transfer (small group)
  • Pickup and drop-off (Funchal and Caniço)
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Hike instructions on the day
  • Digital map
  • Guide (self-guided hike)
  • Forest fee: €3 (IFCN)
  • Food and drinks
  • Hiking shoes or with good grip
  • Water
  • Food / snacks
  • Rain jacket / warm layer
  • Rain gear (weather changes fast)
  • Comfortable clothing
  • Swimwear (optional)

What to bring

Pickup is free in Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, and Machico.

Your exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before via WhatsApp.

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10 + Years Old
  • Self-guided hike (no guide walking with the group).
  • Total duration: approx. 6 hours (including transfers).
  • Hiking time: around 2-3 hours.
  • Weather may change the route, postpone, or cancel the hike.
  • Water and snacks must be brought.
From

31€

/person