Morning Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro And Hike To Pico Ruivo

Budget transfers to enjoy this amazing hike in your own rhythm! Designed for travelers that are looking for freedom! Pick-up and drop-off included in Funchal and Caniço.

Is the service a guided tour?

No, all our services are transfers. You will have the freedom to enjoy the hike in your own rhythm without having to follow anyone and make stops whenever you want.

Is it safe to do the hike without any guide?

Yes, it is safe. You must be careful but:

1) There are clear signs all over the trail.
2) Travelers with rented cars do this hike without a guide.
3) You can hike with the other travelers of the transfer.

Travel Agent & Tourism Licence: RNAVT N° 9866
Insurance: Allianz

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Pico do Arieiro, E 202, Funchal, Madeira 9000-900 Portugal

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”.

Duration: 3 hours

Stop At: Pico Ruivo, Madeira Portugal

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 8 km long (4:30 hours in total). Level: Medium-Hard.

Duration: 2 hours

Pass By: Santana, Madeira Portugal

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.