Folhadal Hidden Treasures Running Tour (Moderate)
Overview
We'll go deep inside the Laurissilva forest far away from the civilization and we'll discover some of the hidden treasures these mountains hide.
You'll experience running in a Levada, crossing tunnels and great waterfalls. To finish this tour in beauty we have a clear view to the mountains.
What's Included
- Headlamp
- Photos
- Personal Accidents Insurance
- Liability Insurance
Meeting and Pickup
Pestana CR7 Funchal
Avenida Sa Carneiro, Praça do Mar, Funchal 9000, Portugal
We pick up the travelers from Funchal at the place they're staying. If out of Funchal, we pick upearlier.
Avenida Sá Carneiro
9000-017 Funchal, Portugal
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
In this running experience we travel deep inside the Laurissilva forest far away from the civilization and we'll discover some of the hidden treasures these mountains hide.
We start by running flat in a Levada, and we'll cross 2 tunnels (500m and 800m). We will see on the way some big and smaller waterfalls and we'll feel the humidity of this forest.
On the second part of the tour, we will push har climbing hundreds of steps to have an open view to the mountains.
The last 3 km are in the road relaxing downwards to the starting point while enjoying the view.
This track is 18km long with around 700m elevation gain/loss.
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Folhadal Hidden Treasures Running Tour (Moderate)?
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Activity code: C-60811P6
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Headlamp.
- Photos.
- Personal Accidents Insurance.
- Liability Insurance.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 16..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Folhadal Hidden Treasures Running Tour (Moderate) is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Folhadal Hidden Treasures Running Tour (Moderate) will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Headlamp
- Photos
- Personal Accidents Insurance
- Liability Insurance
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for claustrophobic travelers (tunnels)
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 6 travelers
