Ribeiro Frio to Portela Levada Walk

This levada, which begins in Ribeiro Frio, is one of the first acquired by the State to irrigate the farmlands of Porto da Cruz. The walk ends with a descent to the village of Portela.

The Levada do Furado is one of the oldest levadas belonging to the state. It is said that this levada carries three waters: the water that is gathered in the valley of Ribeiro Frio and irrigates the terraces of Porto da Cruz; and those that come from the mountains of Santana and are stored in the reservoir at Santo da Serra for later distribution.

Along this levada you will note the manifold tones of green presented by this well-preserved zone of the island’s native forest - the Laurisilva.

The landscape is dominated by the valley of Ribeiro Frio, with the amazing farm fields of Faial, São Roque do Faial and Porto da Cruz. The spectacular rock formation of Penha de Águia protects the bay of Faial to the east, and to the west the Ponta dos Clérigos.

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Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Not wheelchair accessible
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Not recommended for travelers with vertigo.
Not recommended for travelers with claustrophobia (tunnels).
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers