You will be picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle from your hotel or similar accommodation in Funchal or Canico or Câmara de Lobos. Accompanied by an English-speaking nature guide, you will be taken on a scenic drive up north to a valley where Laurel Forest covers the mountains. A UNESCO World Heritage Natural Site, the Laurel Forest with its different types of green, is the habitat of several endemic species of flora such as Madeira Orchid, Madeira Geranium, Madeira Laurel, Azores Laurel and some endemic birds such as Trocaz Pigeon, Madeira Firecrest and Chaffinches among others.
The first walk takes you along a levada (irrigation canal) for about 30 minutes to get to an amazing view point in the middle of the central massif of Madeira, over one of the deepest and most beautiful valleys of the island. Here, there is a possibility of spotting the Trocaz Pigeon for just a few minutes while Chaffinches gather around asking for food. Return through the same way, though the view might seem completely different.
Further on, proceed to the third highest peak of Madeira and brace yourself for the second short walk and to observe the Berthelot's Pipit. There, at an altitude of 1810 metres, if clouds don’t hang too low, you have the chance to enjoy a view of almost 60% of the Island.
The second walk is in the Ecological Park of Funchal, where you will start on a path surrounded by indigenous forest of Madeira with the sounds of Firecrests, Chaffinches, Robins and Grey Wagtails among others. In about 15 minutes, you will arrive at a view point surrounded by exotic flora and the complete landscape of Funchal at your feet.
The drive back to Funchal is through a different way than the way up. After returning, you will be dropped back to your hotel.