Folhadal intermediate run

• This is a medium level 18km run deep into the heart of Madeira’s Laurel forest. Our route begins in Encumeada and after a long tunnel that leads to the North side of the island, we'll start to penetrate in the dense Laurissilva Forest. Straightforward, we'll climb to Paredão, where we'll find a rail with more than 200 wooden steps: this requires some muscular endurance. At Paredão, we're at the heart of Laurissilva, surrounded by green hills and fantastic views over São Vicente. Continuing through a trail covered by heathers, we'll reach Lagoa do Caramujo. Arriving at the road of Ginjas, we climb to Pináculo and then go down to the Levada til Lombo do Mouro.

This is a medium level 18km run deep into the heart of Madeira’s Laurel forest. Our route begins in Encumeada and after a long tunnel that leads to the North side of the island, we'll start to penetrate in the dense Laurissilva Forest. Straightforward, we'll climb to Paredão, where we'll find a rail with more than 200 wooden steps: this requires some muscular endurance. At Paredão, we're at the heart of Laurissilva, surrounded by green hills and fantastic views over São Vicente. Continuing through a trail covered by heathers, we'll reach Lagoa do Caramujo. Arriving at the road of Ginjas, we climb to Pináculo and then go down to the Levada til Lombo do Mouro.

• Experience Guide.

• A thermal blanket and a whistle.

• Flashlight.

• A bottle of water and an energy bar.

• Insurance (as required by law).

• Pick-up and drop-off between Caniço and Ribeira Brava.

• Other places Pick-up and drop-off can be arranged at the extra fee of €10.