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From Funchal: Transfer to Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Trail

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From Funchal: Transfer to Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Trail
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Explore the highest mountains on Madeira on a self-guided hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. Enjoy a convenient round-trip transfer from your south Madeira hotel to the trailhead.

About this activity

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Duration 8 hours
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Driver
English
Pickup included
The day before, you will be contacted by the activity provider by WhatsApp in order to confirm the pickup details. The starting time on your tickets and on the webpage is an average time. Look for a white Toyota van.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Nadezhda – United States

Nano was a great driver! On the way back he ever stopped for 10 minutes on one of the viewing points. He was on time and communication with the company was excellent 👌

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Polly – Canada

The peaks were closed due to snow so we went to Levada do Caldeirão Verde instead. It was a beautiful hike. Nuno, our driver, was very helpful, pointing out restaurant recommendations and local history along the way. It was a very pleasant experience overall We would book with this company again!

Experience

Highlights

  • Explore the highest mountains on Maderia island on an exhilerating hike
  • Enjoy the freedom of a self-guided trek
  • Go at your own pace and stop as you please
  • Enjoy convenient transfer to Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo
  • Spend your day immersed in nature with an active activity

Full description

Enjoy a flexible transfer from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro to enjoy the hike all the way to Pico Ruivo. Trek up to the highest and second-highest mountains on Madeira at your own pace and enjoy pickup and drop-off at your accommodation. Receive instructions from the host, and learn about the schedule and where you will pass by. The day before the hike, get the exact pickup time and a weather forecast to get ready for your transfer (conformation needed). Get picked up at your accommodation in Funchal and dropped off at the entrance to Pico do Arieiro to begin your self-guided hike. Soak in the natural scenery around you as you walk for 5 hours from mountain to mountain on a hiking trail. Walk up to 1862 meters in elevation at the Pico Ruivo, the highest peak on Madeira Island. When you're done exploring, head to the parking lot area at Achada do Teixeira.

Includes

  • Pickup and drop-off at Funchal and Caniço
  • Driver
  • Hiking instructions
  • 5-hour self-guided hike
  • Guide
  • Water and Food
  • 3€ Forest Fee Ticket - IFCN (Forest Department)

Not suitable for

  • Children under 16 years
  • People with back problems
  • People afraid of heights
  • People with vertigo
  • People over 65 years
  • People with high blood pressure
  • People with low level of fitness
  • People with insect allergies

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Participants

Important information

What to bring

  • Sun hat
  • Food and drinks
  • Sunscreen
  • Rain gear
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • Before booking:
  • 1. Location were pick up is NOT INCLUDED:
  • Any other locations besides: Funchal & Caniço.
  • 2. This is quite a long hike: about 10km
  • 4. Self guided hike
  • 5. Pick up details are sent the day before, so the pick up location MUST be updated on the app.
  • 6. It's non-refundable (24 hours prior) for any reason (illness, flight delays, fall asleep, etc).
  • 7. We accept LAST MINUTE BOOKINGS (daily until 00.00h)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.9 /5

based on 1497 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    5/5
  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Value for money
    4.8/5

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Nadezhda – United StatesMarch 10, 2025 – Verified booking
Nano was a great driver! On the way back he ever stopped for 10 minutes on one of the viewing points. He was on time and communication with the company was excellent 👌
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Polly – CanadaMarch 10, 2025 – Verified booking
The peaks were closed due to snow so we went to Levada do Caldeirão Verde instead. It was a beautiful hike. Nuno, our driver, was very helpful, pointing out restaurant recommendations and local history along the way. It was a very pleasant experience overall We would book with this company again!
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omar – FranceMarch 4, 2025 – Verified booking
One of the best experiences to do in madeira for sure

Product ID: 427484

Activity provider:Do it Madeira

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