About this experience
Enjoy roundtrip transfers to Pico do Arieiro and hike the "Stairway to Heaven", PR1 Vereda do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo + PR1.2 to Achada do Teixeira . Adventure and stunning views await!
Highlights
- Perfect for nature lovers seeking breathtaking vistas and freedom to explore.
- Explore Madeira’s highest peaks at your own pace on a self-guided adventure.
- Catch stunning sunrise views and hike along scenic mountain ridges.
- Enjoy a flexible hike with convenient round-trip transport from Funchal.
- Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with transport included.
What's included
- Timed transportation to and from trail
- Access to Trail Timing Guide
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to expect
Sunrise at Pico do Areeiro
Start your day by meeting your Madeira hiking transfer at one of the pickup points in Funchal. From there, you'll be transported directly to the trailhead for a magical sunrise at Pico do Areeiro.
PR1 Experience:
After the sunrise at Pico do Areeiro, you’ll follow the thrilling PR1 trail to Pico Ruivo. This well-marked path leads you through Madeira's stunning landscapes to its highest peak, with unforgettable panoramic views along the way.
- Distance: 10 km
- Duration: 3-5 hours
- Difficulty: Moderate
- Elevation Gain: 637 meters
- Essential Gear: Headlamp or phone torch for early morning hours.
Your hike concludes at Achada do Teixeira, where timed transportation will bring you back to your chosen stop.
IMPORTANT:
- The TIME shown on your GetYourGuide voucher is not your pickup time.
Shortly after booking, you'll receive an automatic email (to your individual GetYourGuide inbox) with our official ticket, Trail Timing Guide, and the exact pickup time and location.
- This is a SELF-GUIDED hike - there is no guide during the trail.
Please check our map & location links (pins), Trail Timing Guide, and Instagram highlighted stories for details: https://www.instagram.com/get_to_hikes_madeira/
- Madeira’s high mountains are subject to sudden and severe WEATHER changes. For safety reasons, we may occasionally need to cancel or adjust the hike. In such cases, you’ll receive a full refund or the option to rebook for another day.
- Please wear CLOTHING suitable for changeable weather conditions and prepare for an unforgettable adventure in Madeira’s stunning outdoors!
- We provide transportation only to and from the hiking trails in Madeira.
Trail access tickets are NOT included in our service and are the sole responsibility of each customer.
All required hiking permits/tickets must be purchased separately in advance through the official Simplifica website: https://simplifica.madeira.gov.pt/services/78-82-259
Customers who fail to obtain the required ticket may be denied access to the trail, and no refund or compensation will be provided.
Things to note
- Sun hat
- Outdoor clothing
- Flashlight
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Waterproof shoes
- Food and drinks
- Jacket
- Sunscreen