Great! We made the reservation the night before and they quickly sent me all the information and the pick-up time at our...
Mari Carmen
On this sunrise hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, you'll discover the incredible beauty of Madeira and explore the most impressive landscapes of the island at dawn.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this time or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.
If you have other questions, contact us
Mari Carmen
Barcelona, SpainGreat! We made the reservation the night before and they quickly sent me all the information and the pick-up time at our hotel. They helped us book th...
María
SpainThe pickup was super punctual, and the staff were very friendly. They also helped us manage the payment of the fees for the tour. Overall, it's an act...
Ana Isabel Mas García
Madrid, SpainThe organization was perfect, but we weren't lucky with the weather, although they gave us recommendations to make it the best it could be.
Lavinia
ItalyA wonderful experience, and the convenience of having a pick-up right outside the hotel. The trek is moderately difficult with a fair amount of elevat...
Patricia
Ceuta, SpainThe excursion has been such a truly wonderful experience. The organization was excellent, with clear and timely communication from the very beginning....
Paola
SpainIt is highly recommended to do this activity if you do not want to have to make the round trip or wait to find a taxi to take you back to the car. Iva...
Aline
Bruxelles, BelgiumIf there was only one agency to contact for the quality and efficiency of the service it would be this one! Super on time and super friendly driver wh...
Ivanna
UruguayEverything was fine, except that I booked the excursion in Spanish and the guide did not speak any of my language, which made the excursion difficult ...
Florencia
ArgentinaIt was great. I thought it was with a guide, but they actually take you to the bases, and after a few hours of showing you the map, they give you a me...
Broglinbenedicte
FranceHello, despite a last-minute change of itinerary (notified by email yesterday), the hike was beautiful under a blazing sun. Thanks to the driver, very...
On this sunrise hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, you'll discover the incredible beauty of Madeira and explore the most impressive landscapes of the island at dawn.
At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in a minibus and head toward Pico do Arieiro, the third-highest peak on Madeira Island.
We'll arrive at the starting point, and, following the instructions on the digital map, you'll begin the ascent on foot. As you head up the trail, you'll get some glimpses of the marvellous panoramic views as you're met with the morning light.
The first stop on the route will take us to the viewpoint near Pousada do Pico do Arieiro, where you'll have stunning views of São Roque do Faial and the valley of Fajã da Nogueira, two of the places you'll see birds flying freely.
After conquering Pico do Arieiro, the route will bring us to Vereda del Burro, a hike of approximately 5 hours, where you'll walk on a trail through rocky terrain and narrow paths.
This trail, which starts at an altitude of 5921 ft (1805 m), right below the peak of Pico do Arieriro, where you'll admire the valley of Ribeira do Cidrão and the plateau of Paul da Serra, part of the western mountain range on the island. You'll also pass Poço da Neve, a 19th-century storage facility in the shape of an igloo used in the past to store snow and hail that fell on these mountains.
The hike will end at the Reception Center of the Ecological Park, the perfect spot to discover the rich flora and fauna of the area, where a small farm filled with donkeys awaits. As a reward, you can enjoy the well-deserved hot chocolate at the Restaurante Barracão.
Pico Ruivo, the highest mountain in Madeira. The path you'll take, which will last around 5 hours, will bring you through rocky terrain and narrow trails. Once finally at the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views, which make for amazing photographs.
Afterwards, we'll continue the tour by minibus, passing through the coastal towns of Machico and Santa Cruz.
Finally, we'll take you back to your hotel, where we'll arrive 8 hours after pickup.
When making your booking, you'll be able to choose one of the following options:
Please note that this hiking tour is done without a guide. The day before the activity, we'll send you the digital map and the route instructions. The driver will take you to the starting point and drop you off at the end of it.
Please note that this tour includes pickup from hotels in Funchal, Caniço.
If you have other questions, contact us
Mari Carmen
Barcelona, SpainGreat! We made the reservation the night before and they quickly sent me all the information and the pick-up time at our hotel. They helped us book th...
María
SpainThe pickup was super punctual, and the staff were very friendly. They also helped us manage the payment of the fees for the tour. Overall, it's an act...
Ana Isabel Mas García
Madrid, SpainThe organization was perfect, but we weren't lucky with the weather, although they gave us recommendations to make it the best it could be.
Lavinia
ItalyA wonderful experience, and the convenience of having a pick-up right outside the hotel. The trek is moderately difficult with a fair amount of elevat...
Patricia
Ceuta, SpainThe excursion has been such a truly wonderful experience. The organization was excellent, with clear and timely communication from the very beginning....
Paola
SpainIt is highly recommended to do this activity if you do not want to have to make the round trip or wait to find a taxi to take you back to the car. Iva...
Aline
Bruxelles, BelgiumIf there was only one agency to contact for the quality and efficiency of the service it would be this one! Super on time and super friendly driver wh...
Ivanna
UruguayEverything was fine, except that I booked the excursion in Spanish and the guide did not speak any of my language, which made the excursion difficult ...
Florencia
ArgentinaIt was great. I thought it was with a guide, but they actually take you to the bases, and after a few hours of showing you the map, they give you a me...
Broglinbenedicte
FranceHello, despite a last-minute change of itinerary (notified by email yesterday), the hike was beautiful under a blazing sun. Thanks to the driver, very...
Free cancellation
Free cancellation
