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Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike

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Madeira: Pico Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike
4.6  / 51894 reviews
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Take a walk up to the highest point in Madeira, the Pico Ruivo peak. Enjoy spectacular views and a beautiful walk past volcanic rock with its lava veins and jagged peaks.

About this activity

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Duration 8 hours
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Live tour guide
English, French, German, Portuguese
Pickup included
The activity provider will confirm your pickup time and location after your booking.

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

R
Richard – United Kingdom

Our guide was fantastic making the whole day more adventurous, we met great people to enjoy the walk with and saw some dramatic scenery

R
Richard – United Kingdom
R
Renata – United Kingdom

Great experience ! I felt sick with dizziness after the first 30 Min hike, but the guide was very supportive, and he gave me sugar. after that, I was brand-new and ready to go.

R
Renata – United Kingdom

Experience

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    5 pickup location options:

    Santa Cruz, Machico, Câmara De Lobos, Funchal, Caniço

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • Local café

    Coffee (10 minutes)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pico do Arieiro

    Photo stop, Hiking, Scenic views on the way (3.5 hours)

  • Timeline stop icon

    Pico Ruivo

    Photo stop, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

    Local café

    Coffee (10 minutes)

    Optional

  • Van

    (1.5 hours)

  • 5 drop-off locations:

    Santa Cruz, Funchal, Caniço, Machico, Câmara De Lobos

Main stop
Other stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

Highlights

  • Take a hike up to the highest point on the Madeira Islands
  • Walk past ancient volcanic peaks
  • Challenge yourself to reach the 6,107ft (1862m) peak
  • Enjoy coffee on your way there and drinks on your way back!

Full description

The sun rises over your hotel as you set out on your walking tour adventure. Leaving from the comforts of your room in Funchal on the Madeira Islands, we'll drive you up to the third highest peak in Madeira - the magnificent Pico Arieiro. You'll sip coffee or a drink on your way up to the base of the peak, looking out at all the stunning beauty this place has to offer. As we head from sea level up to the base at 5,964ft (1818m), you'll pass beautiful flora and fauna. Finally, we'll begin our mighty walk up the mighty Pico Arieiro up to the highest point on the island, the Pico Ruivo peak at 6107 ft (1862m). Finally, we'll walk down to Teixeira where you'll be comfortably transferred back to your hotel. And of course, no day of hiking is complete without a drink at a traditional bar, so we'll make sure to stop at one with a spectacular view to enjoy the closing of your day!

Includes

  • Hotel pick up and transport
  • Certified mountain guide
  • Picnic or drinks

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Sun hat
  • Sunscreen
  • Food and drinks
  • Water

Know before you go

  • The guide´s decision is final - safety is the priority.
  • The walk between the two peaks is a challenging walk.
  • Although the walks are offered in several languages, a guide with your language cannot always be guaranteed. An English-speaking guide is always guaranteed
  • Please note - weather / alternative walk / no refund
  • - this is an outdoor activity across Madeira´s highest Peaks
  • - it is very dificult to forecast weather for Madeira and espcially in this mountian region
  • - although we advise guests if there is a weather forecast warning, weather alterations are frequent, especially in the winter
  • - if it is not safe to do the walk on the day - the guide´s decision is final - we will operate an alternative walk and *not* issue a refund
  • Please note - hotel pick up and transport from Funchal main hotels and specific pickup points.
  • Pickup outside Funchal might be subject to pickup fee

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.6 /5

based on 1894 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.8/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.6/5

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Richard – United KingdomOctober 4, 2024  – Verified booking
Our guide was fantastic making the whole day more adventurous, we met great people to enjoy the walk with and saw some dramatic scenery
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R
Renata – United KingdomOctober 15, 2024  – Verified booking
Great experience ! I felt sick with dizziness after the first 30 Min hike, but the guide was very supportive, and he gave me sugar. after that, I was brand-new and ready to go.
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J
Jyoti – United StatesOctober 25, 2024  – Verified booking
We did the “split hike” as the original hike path was still closed due to the fires. Both hikes to the two peaks were good, was a little difficult but with little breaks it was possible.
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Product ID: 10956

Activity provider:Nature Meetings

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