Madeira's Easiest Hiking Trail for a Perfect Start to Your Trip

[@pualeiquintagrande6309]

Thank you I’ll try it this morning Sounds like my kind of walk

[@TheJoeyP]

Let me know how it goes

[@williamlane5880]

Nice! Enjoying your videos in Madeira. Keep them coming :)

[@TheJoeyP]

More to come! glad you are enjoying them

[@cheryltaylor4050]

I was there on a tour but on that particular day was unable to go to the end. I love that you showed me the beauty of the Levada and the gift at the end. I’m so ready to go back to Madeira and take the walk on the Balcões. Thank you so much.

[@TheJoeyP]

yes! you must go back and get to the end, glad you enjoyed the video

[@RuePhoto]

I wasn't aware of the shop there until after I did this hike, so thanks for bringing it to our attention Joe so others will be more aware of it ☺ Have a great week & weekend my friend 🤗

[@TheJoeyP]

glad you enjoyed it Rue

[@BelaMadeira]

Os Balcões does get very busy as it’s normally included in many of the east island tours, presumably as an introduction to levadas; the trout farm there is also worth a visit. Great video and general all-round good vibes, keep up the good work Joe!

[@TheJoeyP]

thank you! The trick is to definitely go early, and maybe not film yourself so you don't need to keep stopping haha

[@RebeccaConnecticutUSA]

This is a lovely walk Joe. We'll do it soon, and start in early morning as you suggest to see the views on the way and to enjoy Balcoes when it's quieter. I use my walking stick mostly to balance around mud puddles and narrow patches on the levadas... I appreciate what you do. Thanks for sharing.

[@TheJoeyP]

You will see that it is a different type of walk at that time of day, it is actually enjoyable haha.

[@ervinslens]

Brilliant scenes man, trail looks amazing! Exotic and unique 👏👏

[@TheJoeyP]

thank you!

[@johnnyfinance]

Yep. Thats bout my speed right now. Perfect

[@TheJoeyP]

then it is the perfect hike for you haha

[@entrophyentrophy9562]

What time of the morning do you call early? What time did you leave Funchal? Can you go any day of the week? You do a wonderful job of selecting great background music. It fits the tranquil setting. Thanks for sharing ❤😊

[@TheJoeyP]

I got there at 08:30 I think, maybe 8. I mean, it is beautiful as the sun is coming up and that changes as the year goes of course. it is open all week, I mean, it is fine with others on it, but you won't get that special feeling.

[@twinflowerfioretta]

i love birds ! 😍what a lovely shot when you feeded the bird from your hand

[@TheJoeyP]

so cute, right?

[@TimW-m9w]

Looks beautiful. Thank you for filming. How far away from Funchal is this place and is it possible to get a very early morning bus up here from Funchal?

[@TheJoeyP]

good question, I am not entirely sure as I have a motorcycle. But you can find all the bus information online, it is usually pretty good. it takes about 30 mins by motorcycle to get there. It is a simple route, but obviously buses will be stopping

[@twinflowerfioretta]

Hey Joey ! Very beautiful walk and landscape and the weather is gorgeous for exploring💛great filming❣👍love it ! ..... we have a lot of rain and cool temperatures.

[@TheJoeyP]

sometimes rain and cool temps give a nice break from the heat haha. I am in a place where it is 42/43 degrees Celsius now. I would take that.

[@teresawalters5291]

Thanks for a great video

[@TheJoeyP]

my pleasure!

[@claired8543]

Thx for sharing. Not sure which of the walks I want to do when we go beginning of september. Your videos may help me choose. What time was early to miss the crowds?

[@TheJoeyP]

I think I got there at 8am, or 08:30. But it depends on when the sun is coming up I guess, it is nice that time of day I must admit. But sure, Madeira is so busy now, you want to beat the crowds wherever you go and that usually means getting there early

[@sueg2470]

Loved seeing the birds taking seed from your hand. I wouldn't enjoy being jostled along the path with people going the opposite way to the balcony. Quite steep drop down😬 As for that prego , the crunch and amount of garlic butter. Delicious Thanks for another fantastic video 😊😊

[@TheJoeyP]

thank you! yeah, going early is definitely the trick I think and it is just stunning as the sun is coming up

[@clone_prosantos1655]

Visit porto santo island

[@TheJoeyP]

yes! I will film there, don't worry

[@maxf3253]

I am the 117 like Joe 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TheJoeyP]

woooooohoooooooo

[@bogdanaborysova2768]

Thank you for the video! How long does it take to get from the start of the trail to the viewpoint?🤔

[@TheJoeyP]

About 15-20 mins! It’s not far at all :)