The 13 Best Portugal Waterfall Tours

1.West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 2,630 reviews · 8 hours · from $33Our pick

Spend eight hours exploring west Madeira in a small group or private vehicle. See Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz, São Vicente, and mountain roads. Pickup covers Funchal, Caniço, Câmara de Lobos, and Cabo Girão. Guides may speak English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, or German.

“Apart from the cramped conditions in the minibus, I can’t praise both tours highly enough. Brilliant guides provided information through out, and we taken to places we would never have found on our own. Full marks all round”

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2.Waterfall, Lagoon and Old Village in Peneda-Gerês National Park

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,132 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $126Top rated

Leave Porto for Peneda-Gerês National Park on a guided day of mountain trails, waterfall pools, village life, and a traditional lunch with green wine. Guides such as Ines, Diogo, Pedro, and Cata adjust the route to weather and fitness. Expect a bumpy vintage Land Rover ride and steep, slippery sections on foot.

“It was a great tour Pedro tailed it to our ability and was very passionate and took good card of us all”

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3.Madeira Canyoning Beginners – Easy & Fun Waterfall Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 548 reviews · 4.5 hours · from $63

Meet your certified guides at Bar 21 in Camacha for a four-and-a-half-hour level 1 canyoning trip. After a safety briefing and short walk, you will abseil, jump, and slide through a green Madeira valley. Sergio, Hugo, Mathilde, Arthur, and other guides have led groups with calm instruction, humor, and close attention to safety.

“A really fun experience. Both of the guides were very nice and professional and made us feel safe. Would definitely recommend!”

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4.Small Group West Tour Waterfalls & Fanal Forest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 463 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $39

Spend about eight hours touring western Madeira in an air-conditioned minibus with a guide such as Rui, Luca, or Christian. See Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz, Brides Veil waterfall, and São Vicente. Pickup is included from Funchal, Caniço, and Câmara de Lobos.

“Madeira is a beautiful island. Tour was good. Luca gives us a little bit history and agriculture lessons.”

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5.5 Hours Private tour To Porto Moniz, Rock pools, waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 29 reviews · 5 hours (approx.)

Travel by private 4WD from Funchal to Ribeira Brava, São Vicente, Seixal, Ribeira da Janela, and Porto Moniz. Your guide, including Edgar, Andre, or Jaime, can adjust the outing to your group. Expect waterfalls, a black-sand beach, volcanic rock pools, coastal views, and optional swimming or lunch.

“Very personalized experience that you can cater to your needs and wants. Andre was extremely friendly, funny and accommodating to our group. My son wanted to experience off roading and I was surprised by his willingness to show my son that experience in Madeira. You will not be disappointed by your time on Madeira or on this particular tour experience.”

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6.Lomba de São Pedro: Waterfall Hiking Tour with Tea Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 28 reviews · 8 hours · from $76

Spend eight hours with an English, Portuguese, or Spanish-speaking guide on São Miguel’s north coast. Tour Gorreana Tea Plantation, hike past three waterfalls, an old watermill, forest, springs, and a natural pool, then enjoy a picnic at Ribeira dos Caldeirões and Santa Iria views. Small and private groups are available.

“Our guide was great! The trail had washouts after the rain and he kept us safe and made sure we were comfortable with going on.”

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7.Levada & Waterfalls Hike 25 Fountains, Rabaçal, Risco more Challenging Walk

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 25 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $95

Join David or another certified local mountain guide for a 6 to 7 hour, more demanding walk through Rabaçal’s levadas, forest trails, Lagoa do Vento, Risco, and the 25 Fountains area. Pickup is included from Funchal and Caniço, with groups limited to eight. Bring sturdy shoes, water, food, and a layer for changing mountain weather.

“Amazing hike to see waterfalls and great scenery A must if you visit Madeira to enjoy the views with great guide”

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8.Furnas Volcano: Full Day Tour, Hot Springs & Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 23 reviews · from $78

Spend eight hours exploring eastern São Miguel from Ponta Delgada in a small air-conditioned minivan. Visit Santa Iria Lookout, Gorreana Tea Factory, Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Furnas volcano, Furnas Lake, and Vila Franca do Campo. Tea tasting and hotel pickup are included. Lunch and Furnas stew are optional extras.

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9.Private Tour of the Natural Waterfalls and Lagoons of Gerês

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 9 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $95

Spend 9 to 10 hours exploring Gerês with a private English-speaking guide, from Pedra Bela viewpoints and shepherd shelters to Fecha da Pombeira, the Olympic Lagoon, and Cascata do Arado. Bring your own picnic lunch, wear proper hiking shoes, and expect a demanding day on mountain paths with time for swimming.

“This was truly an amazing trek! Our guide was very knowledgeable and very informative. We truly enjoyed the journey, it was by far our favorite experience during our trip to Portugal. If you are a hiker and want a very special experience I highly recommend this trip. When we were tired we took breaks, we brought food and our guide also brought a bunch of food to share with us. I was amazed at the beauty of this area. It was truly breathtaking and absolutely gorgeous!!!! The springs to drink from were fresh and delicious mineral rich water.”

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10.Forest Waterfalls & Roman Ruins Trail Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 4 hours · from $76

Leave Porto by car with local guide João for a small-group walk through Monte Córdova’s woods. Follow a stream past Quedas da Fervença waterfalls, pass a traditional village, and explore Castro Monte Padrão’s Roman ruins and wide views. The route suits moderately fit walkers who want nature and local history away from the city.

“Had a lovely hike with João to get a different side of life in Portgual, and escape from the cities for a while. Pick up was smooth, and we enjoyed a quick drive out to the town/rural area he lives in. I was the only one that booked for that day, which he let me know ahead of time (I really appreciated this as a solo-female traveller!). Once we arrived we had a lovely hike through the woods along a small river, which has many small waterfalls, and João and I spoke about life in rural Portugal, the nature around us, and whatever came up. He was very polite, spoke…”

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11.The Great waterfalls Hiking tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 1 day 6 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend a full day exploring São Miguel’s northeast with a certified guide such as Jorge or Miguel. Hike about 8 kilometers to several waterfalls, with swimming possible in suitable weather, then enjoy lunch and visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Nordeste, Povoação, and coastal viewpoints. Pickup, transport, and drop-off are included.

“We enjoyed the hike despite the wind and rain. It was beautiful. Our tour guide Miguel was very knowledgeable and very helpful. He went out of his way to make the experience wonderful.”

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12.Private Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $99

Spend about eight hours exploring western Madeira in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with a local guide. You’ll visit Câmara de Lobos, Cabo Girão, Ponta do Sol, Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz, São Vicente, and Encumeada. Guides such as Joseph and Manuel add local stories, while hotel pickup is included from Funchal, Câmara de Lobos, and Caniço.

“This was a wonderful tour. Joseph our guide and driver was great. He took us all around the island. He was friendly and knowledgeable about the island's history and natural history. We visited seaside villages, mountains and waterfalls. We saw a lot of the island but still felt that it was a relaxed and enjoyable tour. This is the best way to see Madeira!”

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13.Peneda – Gerês National Park Lagoons and Waterfalls -Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $192

Spend about seven hours exploring Peneda-Gerês National Park with a private guide, stopping at scenic lagoons and waterfalls and taking short walks. Bruno can shape the day around your interests, with swimming possible in warmer seasons. Transport, water, local tastings, and a drink are included. A full picnic or traditional lunch costs €30 extra.

“A wonderful tour. Bruno was outstanding. He tailors every tour to your desires. We learned much and had a blast. We recommend this tour most strongly!”

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