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A rocky mountain path with hikers. 1
A mountainous landscape with a valley, rocky outcrops, and sparse vegetation. 2
A mountain peak with a clear sky and clouds below. 3
A rocky mountain path with a rope bridge and a cave entrance. 4
A rocky cliff with a narrow walking path. 5
By Pico Transfers

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is P 3,518 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup

Overview

    • Feast your eyes on breathtaking views of Madeira along the Pico do Arieiro trail
    • Benefit from a hassle-free transfer service with a knowledgeable local driver
    • Set your own pace, with plenty of time for slower hikers to explore as well
    • Climb the stairway to heaven and see green cliffs rising through the clouds
    • Hike to Pico Ruivo, the tallest peak on Madeira Island, only accessible by foot

Activity location

    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

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Morning Hike Transfers

  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h
    8h
  • English

Hike entrance ticket required
(Not included) 10,5 € P/P
Can be purchased through us under request.

This is the later morning, not the sunrise transfer.

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
P 3,518.06 x 2 AdultsP 7,036.12
Total
Price is P 7,036.12

Sunrise Hike Transfers

  • Activity duration is 8 hours and 30 minutes8h 30m
    8h 30m
  • English

Hike entrance ticket required
(Not included) 10,5 € P/P
Can be purchased through us under request.

Language options: English
Starting time: 6:00
Price details
P 4,221.68 x 2 AdultsP 8,443.36
Total
Price is P 8,443.36

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Inclusions
    Return transfer
  • Inclusions
    Transportation in air-conditioned minivan
  • Inclusions
    Pre-trip instructions
  • Inclusions
    Digital map
  • Inclusions
    Briefing and local recommendations from driver
  • Exclusions
    Mountain guide
  • Exclusions
    Governmental hike entrance fee (can be purchased through us separately)
  • Exclusions
    Water and food
  • Exclusions
    Hiking and rain gear

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Drinks in the vehicle, Food in the vehicle, Luggage or large bags, Pets, Smoking in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: Children under 14 years, People afraid of heights, People with mobility impairments, People with recent surgeries, People with vertigo, Pregnant women

What you can expect

  • Benefit from a sunrise or later morning transfer service from Funchal or Caniço to embark on your self-guided hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo.

    After pickup from your accommodation, drive to Pico do Arieiro before sunrise or in the later morning where the hike starts. Your driver will provide a briefing with all the information needed about the route and the timings. You can walk on your own or join other people in the group.

    Walk from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, the highest mountain on Madeira Island with 1862 meters of altitude. You will have 4:30 hours to complete the hike, which is plenty of time even for slow hikers.

    Admire breathtaking views along the trail and feel as if you are walking above the clouds. On the challenging path, you will find a few tunnel walks and the famous stairway to heaven.

    Finally, arrive at Achada do Teixeira, the ending point of the hike. Your driver will be waiting there to bring you back to your accommodation.

Location

Activity location

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    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal