About this experience
Take a sunrise or morning transfer from Funchal or Caniço to Pico do Arieiro. Admire breathtaking views as you hike to Pico Ruivo at your own pace before meeting your driver for a return transfer.
Highlights
- Benefit from a hassle-free transfer service with a knowledgeable local driver
- 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
- Feast your eyes on breathtaking views of Madeira along the Pico Do Arieiro trail
- Set your own pace, with plenty of time for slower hikers to explore as well
What's included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation in air-conditioned minivan
- Briefing and local recommendations from driver
How to use
- Show Mobile Ticket
- At Redemption Counter
What to 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 5 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.
Things to note
- Flashlight
- Water
- Food
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunscreen
- Weather-appropriate clothing
- Rain gear