Full Day - Hiking Trail Ribeira Funda-Maia
Overview
This tour will give you an incredible walk along the north coast of São Miguel island. In Ribeira Funda you will pass several ruins of old mills and the beautiful Viola beach. With the local guide, learn about the stories, traditions and customs of the region, ending your walk in the parish of Maia. On your return, take the opportunity to discover the charms of Ribeira Grande with its unique views over the north coast of the island.
NOTE: Available as a regular tour or as a private experience – choose the option that suits you best.
What's Included
- Lunch Picnic lunch
- Trekking poles
- Pick-up and Drop-off
- Insurance
- Accredited guides
Meeting and Pickup
When the activity is over, we will drop you off again at the same place. Consider this for the city of Ponta Delgada (for others, please contact us).
What To Expect
The trail starts at Ribeira Funda, on the north coast of São Miguel Island. Start by walking through a forest of cryptomeria and exotic vegetation, where you may have the chance to spot some bird species. Along the way, you will be in touch with nature and will pass numerous watermills and their levadas and several waterfalls.
Cross the stream and continue the walk along which you can enjoy the panoramic views over the north of the island. Follow the trail that will take you to the beautiful waterfall next to Viola beach. Take the opportunity to explore the various mills in the area without forgetting to enjoy the beach with its volcanic sands. With the local guide, you will learn about various stories and memories reflected in photographic and information panels about the customs of our ancestors.
Continue the trail through the coastline to the parish of Maia where you can enjoy a picnic lunch. After a short break, visit the Santa Iria viewpoint for an unforgettable view of the north coast and the Ponta do Cintrão. To finish, visit the main attractions of the Ribeira Grande city.
Note: Depending on the weather conditions, the activity may change its order and structure.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Full Day – Hiking Trail Ribeira Funda-Maia?
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Activity code: C-24728P33
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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 (-01).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Lunch. Picnic lunch.
- Trekking poles.
- Pick-up and Drop-off.
- Insurance.
- Accredited guides.
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 8. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
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 Full Day - Hiking Trail Ribeira Funda-Maia is as follows:
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- 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 Full Day – Hiking Trail Ribeira Funda-Maia 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
- LunchPicnic lunch
- Trekking poles
- Pick-up and Drop-off
- Insurance
- Accredited guides
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
