Wild Landscapes of Madeira

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    [title] => Arrival Day
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Welcome to Hotel Sentido Galosol. Unpack and settle in.
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    [title] => The North of the Island
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Today our walks take us to the north of the island on two exciting routes in the Sao Roque Valley to Porto da Cruz. Our day will include a visit to the pretty bay of Porto da Cruz.
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                            [title] => Into the North of the Island
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Distance: 6 miles (10km)
Total ascent: 260 feet (80m)
Total descent: 0 feet (0m)
In summary:  Starting from Cruz we ascend through farmland to join the Levada Castelejo. We follow the Levada upstream to enjoy views of the spectacular gorge before turning and following the Levada Castelejo and the Levada Nova through the quiet countryside to Referta.
Highlight: Exploring one of the greenest and most unspoiled valleys in Madeira followed by a visit to a seaside village.
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                            [title] => Lombo Grande
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Distance: 7 miles (11km)
Total ascent: 950 feet (290m)
Total descent: 1130 feet (345m)
In summary: Starting in the village of Roque do Faial we ascend through small farms to Lombo Grande then descend through woods to join the Levada Castelejo. The route follows the beautiful Sao Roque valley to Cruz and then on to Referta.
Highlight: Following a levada from its source, along a spectacular valley
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    [title] => CABO GIRAO, MOORLAND & LEVADAS
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Our walks today take us to the western end of the island. We’ll travel past Funchal before entering the Ribeira Brava Gorge. The coach will then take us high onto the western moors. This side of the island differs greatly from the high volcanic peaks in the east. Here rolling moorland offers views over the sea in both directions on a clear day. Torches are useful on this day, when walking through one of the levada tunnels, which is 800m long.  Before returning to the hotel we call at the dramatic Cabo Girao skywalk viewpoint.
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                            [title] => The Moorland Levada
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Distance: 6 miles (10km)
Total ascent: 100 feet (30m)
Total descent: 985 feet (300m)
In summary: Our walk follows a gentle levada path to a lovely viewpoint over the hills and woods of Rabacal before descending to Levada das 25 Fontes which will lead us via a tunnel through a mountain ridge to meet our coach. Before returning to the hotel, we'll stop to experience the magnificent Cabo Girao glass skywalk.
Highlight: Rabacal is considered one of Madeira's most beautiful areas.
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                            [title] => Four Levadas in a day
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Distance: 7 miles (11.5km)
Ascent: 460 feet (140m)
Descent: 985 feet (300m)
In summary: Following the Levada do Alecrim, we have sweeping views down the Rabaçal valley. Our route continues with views of the deep Ribeira da Janela valley, descending through woodland to a rock pool perched between two waterfalls. Our walk ends on the Levada 25 Fontes. Before returning to the hotel, we'll stop to take in the scenery at the Cabo Girao viewpoint.
Highlight: Traverse three of the five Levadas in the Rabaçal valley.
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    [title] => Heart of Madeira & Pico Ruivo
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We'll journey to the centre of the wonderful island of Madeira and marvel at Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest peak at 1861m.
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                            [title] => Achado Circular to Pico Ruivo
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Distance: 3.5 miles (5.5km)
Ascent: 1020 feet (310m)
Descent: 1020 feet (310m)
Short, but incredibly rewarding, today we’ll complete a circular route from Achado do Teixeira to the summit of majestic Pico Ruivo, where we’ll enjoy spectacular views across the island.


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                            [title] => Pico Ruivo and Miradouro di Picaroto
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Distance: 5.5 miles (8.5km)
Ascent: 1020 feet (310m)
Descent: 2130 feet (650m)
Starting together from Achado do Teixeira, we’ll follow the same trail as option 1 up to the peak of Pico Ruivo, before descending towards Miradouro do Picaroto, admiring the panoramic landscapes and mountain flora along our way.
 
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    [title] => Free Day
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Each week there is a free day when no guided walks are offered. This is an ideal opportunity to relax around the hotel, walk independently or visit local places of interest. 
Funchal: Take the local bus into Funchal and explore further, including a visit to the Monte Palace Tropical Gardens via cable car from the harbour area. Absorb the colours and scents of the flower markets, do a spot of shopping or visit one of the city’s museums or the Story of Madeira Exhibition.
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    [title] => São Lourenço Peninsula and the Cliffs
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Our walks today are at the far eastern end of the island. Walk along the São Lourenço peninsula and take a boat trip to the fishing village of Caniçal.
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                            [title] => Canical and Coast
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Distance: 2 miles (3km)
Ascent: 500 feet (150m)
In summary: We start our day in the town of Canical on the most easterly part of the island. From the Sao Lourenco peninsula, our coastal walk provides great views of the dramatic sea cliffs. At the end of the walk, we'll return to Marina Quinta do Lorde near Canical by boat and enjoy free time to explore its cafes and museums.
Highlight: Exploring the colourful and vibrant fishing village of Canical.
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                            [title] => Canical and Sao Lourenco
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Distance: 4.5 miles (7km)
Ascent: 1150 feet (350m)
In summary: This option follows the same route as the first, but after returning to Canical by boat the walk continues along the Levada do Canical for views over the Canical fishing village, terraced farm plots, and the Sao Lourenco peninsula.
Highlight: This is a spectacular stretch of coast with views to match.
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    [title] => Verada Do Larano
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Today's walks take us to the north coast on the eastern side of Madeira.
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                            [title] => Ribeira Seca
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Distance: 5 miles (8km) 
Ascent: 690ft (210m)
Descent: 1150 feet (350m)
In summary: This walk takes us above the Ribeira Seca to the viewpoint at Boca do Risco. After a picnic we'll walk along the coast path that was once used to carry wine and rum from the Porto da Cruz to Machico. Continuing along this path, we'll make our way towards the outskirts of Porto da Cruz where we'll be met by our transfer that will take us back to the hotel.
Highlight: The views across the coastline from Boca do Risco.
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                            [title] => Ribeira Seca and Porto da Cruz
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Distance: 7.5 miles (10km)
Ascent: 690 feet (210m)
Descent: 1150 feet (350m)
In summary: Our longer walk follows the same route as option 1 but lengthens things by continuing along the coast path all the way into Porto da Cruz.
Highlight: The views of the coastline from Boca do Risco
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    [title] => Departure Day
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We hope to see you again soon.
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