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Levada do Rei

Northeast

OpenModerate
📏 14km5h⬆️ 300m gain4.4

The King's Levada runs through native laurisilva in the Queimadas forest park. Dark tunnels, narrow paths, and lush tropical vegetation characterise this north-coast gem. Torch required for tunnels.

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🎫 Permit & Booking

Permit Required

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💶 €4.50 per person🆓 Madeira residents exempt
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🌦️ Current Conditions

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Crowds
Low
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Mud
High
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Exposure
Minimal
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Tunnels
Yes, torch needed

Last verified 46 days ago

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🗺️ Route Map

🚗 Parking & Access

🅿️ Queimadas forestry park

Fills by:11:00 on weekends
Overflow:Roadside along ER218
Note:Narrow mountain road from São Jorge - drive slowly

Approximate drive time from Funchal: ~1h from Funchal

🎒 What to Bring

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2L water minimum

All Madeira trails

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Sun cream + hat

Strong UV year-round, even on overcast days

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Headtorch (non-negotiable)

Pitch-dark tunnels. Phone torch not enough.

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Waterproof boots

High mud rating. Trail shoes will be soaked.

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