6 Waterfall Hikes in Portugal Worth Booking

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

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

Spend eight hours exploring São Miguel with an accredited guide, from Gorreana Tea Plantation to Lomba de São Pedro’s waterfalls, old watermills, forest paths, and natural pools. Expect a picnic lunch, trekking poles, hotel pickup in Ponta Delgada, and guides such as Thiago, Diego, or Ines depending on the day.

“It was so much fun, and Diego and Teresa were the perfect guides. Also thanks to Diego for providing us with his vast knowledge about flora and fauna of the Azores, and showing us his favourite spots!”

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

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

Join David or another local mountain guide for a 6 to 7 hour hike through Madeira’s Rabaçal area, including Lagoa do Vento, Levada do Alecrim, Risco, and the 25 Fountains region. This is a longer, harder route than the usual group excursion, with hotel pickup and groups capped at eight.

“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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3.Porto: Forest Waterfalls & Roman Ruins Trail Tour

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

Leave Porto with João in a small group of no more than four for a half-day walk near Monte Córdova. Follow forest paths and small waterfalls to Quedas da Fervença, then visit Castro do Monte Padrão, where ancient stone remains meet wide countryside views.

“Enjoyed the half day hiking tour with Joao. It was an experience of nature outside the city area of Porto and it was a refreshing morning hike. Got to know more about the natural habitat, the history and the living conditions in the village. Enjoyed the peacefulness and the time with nature. Truly appreciate the attentiveness of Joao all throughout the trip and the additional pastries:)”

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4.The Great waterfalls Hiking tour

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

Set out from Ponta Delgada with a guide such as Jorge or Miguel for an 8-kilometer waterfall hike near Lomba de São Pedro. After lunch, visit Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Nordeste, Povoação, and coastal viewpoints. Expect a small-group day with changing weather and moderate walking.

“Our guide George was so great. Took us to some great beautiful places We even got to go to a Tea factory. The hike was amazing and there were so many pretty waterfalls.”

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5.Nordeste/Northeast coast FULL DAY Waterfalls Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 8 hours · from $141

Spend a full day exploring São Miguel’s Nordeste with guides such as Chris or Júlio. You’ll walk several easy to moderate trails to coastal viewpoints and waterfalls, with time for freshwater swimming. Pickup, towels, hiking poles, drinks, Wi-Fi, and transport are included.

“Totul a fost foarte bine. Ghidul nostru Chris a fost senzațional. Recomand cu toată increderea!”

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6.River Trekking/soft canyoning through wild lagoons and Waterfalls

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $60Best value

Join Bruno and Sara for a four-hour river trek near Braga, with swims in clear lagoons, natural slides, waterfalls, climbs, and easy river obstacles. Your small group gets snorkeling equipment, water shoes, a helmet, insurance, a cereal bar, and photos. The tour runs in English.

“From the first second on, our guides Bruno & Sara were outstandingly accommodating and made the river trekking a fantastic experience. They took time to explain us about the region, the river and brought us to the most beautiful spots. Even afterwards the two gave us personalized recommendations on excellent restaurants. The communication on English worked perfectly and we have to recommend this tour to every couple or family spending their time in this gorgeous region.”

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