Waterfall Tours in Portugal: The Best 7

1.West Madeira Waterfalls and Fanal Forest Tour

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

See Madeira’s dramatic west in one full day, from Câmara de Lobos and Cabo Girão to misty Fanal Forest, Porto Moniz pools, waterfalls, and Serra de Água. Small-group guides such as Luca, Alex, Roy, and Albino are praised for safe driving and island knowledge, though Fanal’s short stop may leave hikers wanting more.

“Alex is best Gute Ever. . He 'upgrades' a Standard Programm to a top adventur.. and in german language!!! And he is a super driver!!”

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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 a full day in Peneda-Gerês National Park, where you hike to waterfalls and cold lagoons, visit a traditional village, eat a local lunch, and ride mountain roads in a vintage Land Rover. Guides such as Ines, Diogo, Pedro, Mikas, and Cata adjust the route to weather and group ability.

“This is for people who like to be in the outdoors, hiking and seeing nature and local villages. Getting out of the city is a nice change!”

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3.Madeira Canyoning Beginners – Easy & Fun Waterfall Adventure

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

Join Lokoloko Madeira in Camacha for a 4.5-hour level 1 canyoning trip through a green waterfall valley. Guides such as Sergio, Mathilde, Hugo, and Arthur lead you through abseils, small jumps, and natural slides, with wetsuit, shoes, safety gear, photos, transport, water, and insurance included. English, Spanish, and Portuguese are offered.

“We really appreciated Hugo and Sergio. They were the best guides ever! We had an amazing time and amazing views. If you’re planning a trip to madeira, come do this activity! Merci! Rinesa and Eliza :)”

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4.Levada Walk and Caldeirao Verde Waterfalls: Madeira

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 205 reviews · 7 hours · from $46

Travel from Funchal or Caniço to Queimadas Forest Park for a guided 4.5-hour walk along Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde levada. Expect Laurisilva forest, cliffside paths, tunnels, waterfalls, and views toward Santana and São Jorge. Guides speak English, French, German, Spanish, and Portuguese. Bring lunch, water, sturdy shoes, and a flashlight.

“We had an amazing weather, and our tour guide was helpful and very informative. Even though we felt quite tired after the walk, we were able to see amazing views and waterfall in the end. Very worth trip and we were well takwn care by the agent. Loved every minute of it. Highly recommend to everyone.”

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5.São Miguel: Nordeste, Cliffs & Waterfall Day Trip with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 196 reviews · 8 hours · from $88

Spend eight hours exploring São Miguel’s rugged northeast with a guide such as Bruno, José, João, or Mario. You’ll visit waterfalls, gardens, cliff viewpoints, the Ponta do Arnel lighthouse, and Ribeira dos Caldeirões, with lunch, drinks, dessert, and coffee included. Pickup is available in Ponta Delgada, Lagoa, and Ribeira Grande.

“José is easily one of the best tour guides I’ve ever had. he is so kind and a great story teller. he also left us with some heartfelt goodbyes and advice and he’s all in all a great person and someone you can tell cares about his home and wants to see it thrive. this tour is one of the best i did in azores and would recommend to anyone!”

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6.Furnas: Volcano Crater, Lake, Tea Plantation, and Waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 114 reviews · from $78

Spend a full day with a small group and a local guide such as Andrea, João, Diogo, Diego, or Rafael, exploring São Miguel’s east. Visit Gorreana Tea Factory, Ribeira dos Caldeirões, Furnas Lake, volcanic hot springs, and Vila Franca do Campo. Add a traditional Cozido das Furnas lunch if you want the full food experience.

“Everything perfect, Andrea was great and we enjoyed a lot the places we visited. The only downsize is that we paid for the lunch because apparently we did not select the option to include it, it's fine, we paid, eat and had a great time. Kindky consider including the lunch as other tour guides include it for the same price without add-ons.”

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7.3 Wonderful Waterfalls in a Day

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 84 reviews · 8 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $113

Spend 8 to 9 hours exploring Peneda-Gerês National Park with guides such as Rui or Nelson. Visit Arado, Pincães, and Tahiti waterfalls, walk forest trails, swim at natural pools, eat a traditional lunch, and stop for regional wine and snacks. Transport from Gerês is included, while Braga or Guimarães pickup costs extra.

“Nelson are your guy was awesome. He let us hike at our own pace and enjoy the waterfalls and hikes. Lunch was wonderful. Definitely recommend but be prepared to ride in a jeep type vehicle. Which was a fun experience.”

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