From Funchal: Madeira Peaks - Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo
ID: GYG767548-1234615
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Hike Madeira’s highest peaks, Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro, with pickup from designated areas. Meet a local host for briefing, maps, and safety tips, then explore at your own pace.
Take the opportunity to explore two of Madeira’s most iconic peaks: Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo. Begin your adventure at Pico do Areeiro, walking the Vereda do Areeiro trail to the stunning Ninho da Manta viewpoint, the Grand Stairway to Heaven, and beyond. Continue along breathtaking mountain paths to Achada do Teixeira, near Pico Ruivo, the highest peak on the island.
Meet a local driver or host at the beggining of the activity, who will provide a briefing, maps, and safety guidance to ensure a safe and enjoyable self-guided hike.
After your hike, relax on a comfortable transfer back to Funchal, perfect for unwinding after the experience.
This experience combines the freedom of a self-guided adventure with the support, local insights, and guidance of our experienced driver, allowing you to fully enjoy Madeira’s dramatic landscapes with ease and peace of mind.
Highlights
- Easy and reliable pick up and drop off for everyone wishing to do the PR1 PR1.2
- Comfortable transfer service with knowledgeable and friendly driver
- Most efficient way of accessing Madeira's most famous peaks
- Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo transfer
- Madeira peaks self-guided
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Children under 12 years old or below 1.35m in height are not allowed.
• The exact pickup time will be confirmed the day before or on the morning of departure.
• Please wear comfortable hiking shoes and bring rain gear.
• Bring your own food and drinks for the hike.
• This is a self-guided hike. Trail conditions may vary, and some sections can be slippery. Proper footwear is recommended.
• This hike requires a mandatory entry fee per person, payable to IFCN (Madeira’s Forest Department).
To guarantee your preferred time slot, we strongly recommend purchasing your ticket in advance via the official platform, Simplifica.
However, if needed, we will be happy to assist you with the process on the day before your hike.
Please note that when travelling with a local operator, your place on the trail is guaranteed.
• It is very important to respect the scheduled times provided by the driver or organizers. In case of delay or no-show, we reserve the right to depart without refund.
INCLUDED
- Transfer to Pico do Areeiro (starting point)
- Hike independently along the PR1 trail to Pico Ruivo
- Pickup at the end of the hike (Achada do Teixeira)
- Enjoy a seamless logistics setup, allowing you to focus entirely on the hike without needing to retrace your steps.
- Includes local driver/host briefing, maps or itinerary guidance, safety tips, and transport in a comfortable vehicle.
- Pickup and drop-off available in Funchal, Garajau, Caniço
NOT INCLUDED
- Tourist entry fee payable to IFCN (Forest Department)
- Please note: a tourist entry fee is required and must be paid to IFCN (Madeira’s Forest Department). When transported by a local operator, your place on the trail is guaranteed.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
