From Funchal: Madeira Peaks - Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo
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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.
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
Description
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 completing your hike, enjoy a comfortable return to Funchal in a spacious vehicle with panoramic windows, perfect for photography.
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.
Includes
Pickup and drop-off at the same location in Funchal, Garajau, Caniço, or Machico.
Two-part hiking experience: Transfer to Pico do Areeiro for PR1 trail, then to Achada do Teixeira to continue on PR1.2 toward Pico Ruivo. Pickup included at the hike’s end.
Local driver/host providing a briefing, maps or itinerary, safety guidance, and personalized tips to enhance your hike.
Comfortable, spacious vehicle with panoramic windows for a relaxing journey.
Important Information
- Children below 12 years old or with less than 1,35m are not allowed
Precise pickup time will be confirmed the day before or in the morning prior to the departure.
Wear comfortable shoes and bring rain gear
Bring your own food and drinks
Keep in mind this is a self-guided hike.
Occasionally the path may be slippery so proper shoes are recommended.
Keep in mind that the government now charges 3€ to enter specific hikes.
You can either pay by card or with cash at the location or buy it beforehand.
For more information please reach us out after booking
It is very important that you respect the recommended time given, especially by the driver or the organizers. You shall comply with the time given as we own the right to depart if you do not show up,
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund