Sunrise Self-Guided Hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo

Self Guided Hiking - Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk from mountain to mountain on a hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. Walk at your own pace with total freedom as you enjoy the fantastic views.


Itinerary

We provide a different perspective on hiking: at your own rythym. With pick up and drop at your accommodation*, enjoy a Self Guided hike and visit the most famous walk in Madeira: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, for the sunrise or a later morning schedules. This hike is located between the highest mountains in Madeira (up to 1862 m) and incorporates the most incredible landscapes and scenaries.

Program:

The guests are picked up at their accommodation to join a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van), in direction to the 2nd highest mountain - Pico do Arieiro (beggining).
The hosts provide hike instructions and map explanation, with schedules. You will have 5 hours to go from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and then Achada do Teixeira (10 km). The pick up after the hike is at Achada do Teixeira (parking lot).

Hike:
- Duration: 5 hours
- Extension: 10 km
- Starting/Ending Point: Pico do Arieiro/Achada do Teixeira
- Max/Min Elevation: 1862/1548 m

Transfer:
- Capacity: 8 people
- From the city to Pico do Arieiro: average 1.5 hour
- From Achada do Teixeira to the city: average 1.5 hour
- *Pick up/Drop off limits: Funchal & Caniço areas ONLY

RVNAT 9947

Stop At:

• Pico Ruivo, Madeira Portugal
• Santana, Madeira Portugal
• Pico do Arieiro, E 202, Funchal, Madeira 9000-900 Portugal

Informacion Adicional
"Not wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Not recommended for travelers with back problems"
"No heart problems or other serious medical conditions"
"Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level"
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund"
"This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 05:30 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered
INCLUDED: Pick-up and Drop-of at your accommodation (ONLY Funchal, Caniço)*

All addresses are able to be manually inserted, however we DON'T pick up in cities besides Funchal & Caniço - Calheta, Câmara de Lobos, Ponta do sol, Madalena, Gaula, Santa Cruz, Machico, etc.

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

• Air-conditioned vehicle

Not Included

Facilities