Pico Do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Hike: Experience a Stunning Landscape and Self-guided Adventure

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Embark on a self-guided adventure and experience the stunning landscape of the Pico Do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike. Enjoy shared budget transfers and explore at your own pace!

Duration: 7 hours, 30 minutes

Cancellation: 1 day learn more

Highlights

Funchal - Pick-up of all travelers (máx. 8) in Funchal and Caniço.
Pico do Arieiro - We will arrive at Pico Do Arieiro in the beautiful brightness of the morning.

It is popular for being the path in Madeira with the most breathtaking views because of the weather diversity along the hike. You will feel that you walk “above the clouds” and on the challenging path you will find a few tunnel-walks and the famous “stairs to heaven”.

Pico Ruivo - Pico Ruivo, with 1862 meters of altitude is the highest mountain in Madeira Island, it is also the third highest mountain in all Portugal. To access the peak you must arrive walking. The absolute best way is from Pico do Arieiro (the 3rd highest mountain on the island with 1810 meters of altitude).

This hike from Pico Do Arieiro To Pico Ruivo To Achada Do Teixeira is 11 km long (4:30 hours in total). Level: Medium-Hard.

Santana - At the end of the hike, in the drive from Achada Do Teixeira to Funchal/Caniço, we will pass by without stopping in front of the triangle Santana houses.

What's Included

All fees and taxes included

Additional Information

Enjoy a breathtaking hike at your own pace with our shared budget transfers! Ideal for those travelers who value independence! We offer pick-up and drop-off services in Funchal and Caniço.

Once we’ve gathered all guests (maximum of 8) from their residential locations in Funchal or Caniço (exclusively), our journey to Pico Do Arieiro begins. There you can marvel at the spectacular hike to Pico Ruivo, the island’s highest peak! Be prepared for jaw-dropping scenery!

Embark on this famous trail at your own pace and confront the challenging ‘stairs to heaven’. Experience walking ‘above the clouds’, or stick with other guests if you prefer. We will be at the trail’s end to take you back to your accommodation.

The hike journey spans from Pico Do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo to Achada Do Teixeira (11 km = 4:45 hours in total). Difficulty Grade: Medium-Hard.

PICO TRANSFERS… immerse in nature at your own pace!

Travel Agency & Tourism License: RNAVT N° 9866
Insurance: Allianz

Location

Parque 2000

For customers coming by car to Funchal from other parts of the island outside our pick-up areas (Funchal and Caniço) we recommend to park at Parque 2000 as it is the cheapest and most comfortable parking of Funchal center. We will pick you and drop you there.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings

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Geraldso6280fl

Jul 24, 2024

Soooo super cool! - It was breathtaking. Really recommended and really doable. We walked him in the morning so that in the afternoon you can see the fog which lifts

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Zainab_m

Jul 24, 2024

A must do for nature loving people - The ride was easy, the guide was really friendly and gave us all the important information, the hike was challenging but doable, felt amazing when I reached the end.

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Gwynethhaf_h

Jul 12, 2024

Fantastic! - The entire process was smooth and very well organised. Fantastic communication, GREAT driver Carlos who was informative, kind and gave all the required information for the walk pre walking. Well worth the cost and well worth the convenience of being dropped off and picked up. Initially I had some apprehension about the route as we didn't have a proper mountain map- but was not required and Driver Carlos explained all that was needed prior to starting the walk solo. A family of five was late getting to the pickup point- however this issue was dealt with kindly for the family but also did not make the rest of the group wait. Fantastic service and we will be using again.

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Elektroniskorg

Jul 7, 2024

Good transfer service for this great hike with amazing views - The driver was punctual and friendly, and drove fairly comfortably up and down the winding roads. We got all the info we needed. The hike terrain was above the clouds, in beautiful blue sky weather. The end point is 200m below the start point, but during the ups and downs through the mountain, including the visit to Pico Ruivo, you need to gain (ascend) about 600m of elevation in total. The path is almost completely paved with stones, and is easy to walk on (aside from the elevation gain itself). The steepest climbs have metal stairs. Cliff edges are protected with wire fencing.

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O617zldanielac

Jun 26, 2024

Super organized transfer to the queen stage - Directly picked up at the hotel, in total we were 8 people and during the transfer Miguel told us a lot worth knowing. The hike itself was indescribably beautiful, but very exhausting! We were grateful not to have to hike back. Also on the way back there was a lot of information. I had the impression that the composition of the fellow migrants was coordinated. Our hotels were close to each other! Absolutely recommend!

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602uwec

Jun 26, 2024

Successful and exhausting - Beautiful but exhausting route. Very good transport service on time friendly well organized. (@picotransfer)

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Joachim_rainer

Jun 23, 2024

Everything is fine - We were picked up on time, the driver was friendly, helpful and maintained a gentle driving style. The booking and communication also went smoothly.

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Grace_c

Jun 17, 2024

Memorable adventure - Fantastic day out. We were picked up as agreed and were given clear instructions and tips on hiking the PR1. The views on the way are absolutely amazing.

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George_a

Jun 13, 2024

Amazing views. Well worth it - Absolutely brilliant trip. Amazing views on the hike which was worth it alone. Our driver Michael was great fun and had a lot of information about the local area and what to expect on the hike itself. Would definitely recommend this to those who love adventure. The hike was moderate to hard with the heat so food, water and sunscreen is definitely needed however all of this information was provided in advance and plenty of time was allowed to complete the trip before the pick up time.

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St_s

Jun 11, 2024

Highest mountains in Madeira - Sometimes you’ve just got to give credit to the team that organise these excursions! Our driver was fantastic gets up early every morning and they must be tired but there Professionalism of picking us up and being informative is a credit to them. Our driver who was from Ireland was really warm and welcoming and made our trip really Pleasant.

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