Madeira Peaks 8-Hour Mountain Walking Tour with Hotel Pickup
by Lido Tours
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✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€96Overview
This 8-hour mountain walking tour in Madeira includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal or a pre-arranged meeting point. The guided walk covers approximately 10 kilometers and passes through multiple peaks, including Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, the highest point on the island. The route follows the Vereda do Pico Ruivo trail, featuring large rock formations and a variety of native plants. Walkers will pass through the oldest heather forest on Madeira, where ancient trees have stood since the time of the island's discovery by Zarco. The tour offers extensive views of the island's terrain and natural habitats. The walk involves uneven surfaces and requires a moderate level of fitness. Food and drinks are not included, so participants must bring a picnic as there are no food stops during the walk. Appropriate footwear such as hiking boots or sports shoes with good grip is necessary. This tour is not suitable for people with walking disabilities or fear of heights. In case of unsafe weather conditions, the company offers options to reschedule or receive a refund.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pico do Arieiro
This stop features rock formations rising like giant sculptures, surrounded by a variety of native plants. Visitors walk near the oldest heather forest, with trees several hundred years old that existed when Zarco first landed on Madeira. The nearby Pico Ruivo peak offers expansive views over the island.
120 min
Pico Ruivo
At the highest point on Madeira, this location provides extensive views across the island. The route here passes through ancient heather forest areas, home to plants and trees existing since the island’s discovery by Zarco.
120 min
Vereda do Pico Ruivo
This trail section continues through the oldest heather forest on Madeira, featuring rock formations and a variety of native plants. It connects closely with Pico Ruivo and offers further views over the island’s natural landscape.
120 min
Meeting point
At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal
End point
At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Madeira Peaks 8-Hour Mountain Walking Tour with Hotel Pickup
by Lido Tours
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€96Overview
This 8-hour mountain walking tour in Madeira includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal or a pre-arranged meeting point. The guided walk covers approximately 10 kilometers and passes through multiple peaks, including Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, the highest point on the island. The route follows the Vereda do Pico Ruivo trail, featuring large rock formations and a variety of native plants. Walkers will pass through the oldest heather forest on Madeira, where ancient trees have stood since the time of the island's discovery by Zarco. The tour offers extensive views of the island's terrain and natural habitats. The walk involves uneven surfaces and requires a moderate level of fitness. Food and drinks are not included, so participants must bring a picnic as there are no food stops during the walk. Appropriate footwear such as hiking boots or sports shoes with good grip is necessary. This tour is not suitable for people with walking disabilities or fear of heights. In case of unsafe weather conditions, the company offers options to reschedule or receive a refund.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Pico do Arieiro
This stop features rock formations rising like giant sculptures, surrounded by a variety of native plants. Visitors walk near the oldest heather forest, with trees several hundred years old that existed when Zarco first landed on Madeira. The nearby Pico Ruivo peak offers expansive views over the island.
120 min
Pico Ruivo
At the highest point on Madeira, this location provides extensive views across the island. The route here passes through ancient heather forest areas, home to plants and trees existing since the island’s discovery by Zarco.
120 min
Vereda do Pico Ruivo
This trail section continues through the oldest heather forest on Madeira, featuring rock formations and a variety of native plants. It connects closely with Pico Ruivo and offers further views over the island’s natural landscape.
120 min
Meeting point
At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal
End point
At the bus stop near the cable-car station in the "Old Town" part of Funchal
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.