Pico do Arieiro + Sunrise Hike from Funchal - Book online at Civitatis.com

Name: Pico do Arieiro + Sunrise Hike
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 44.84 USD
Rating: 8.2 (62 reviews)

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On this sunrise hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, you'll discover the incredible beauty of Madeira and explore the most impressive landscapes of the island at dawn.

Details

Duration

8 hours.

Language

The activity takes place with a driver that speaks in English, although it may occasionally be done in two languages.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop–off
Transportation by minibus
English–speaking driver
Digital map and instructions

Not included

Food and drink
Hiking fee: between 3EUR and 7EUR per person

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Accessibility

Not wheelchair accessible.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 14 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the activity starts. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

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Reviews of our customers

8.2

Excellent 766 Travelers·62 reviews

August 27, 2026
María
Spain
The pickup was super punctual, and the staff were very friendly. They also helped us manage the payment of the fees for the tour. Overall, it's an act...
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June 22, 2026
Ana Isabel Mas García
Madrid, Spain
The organization was perfect, but we weren't lucky with the weather, although they gave us recommendations to make it the best it could be.
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October 15, 2026
Mari Carmen
Barcelona, Spain
Great! We made the reservation the night before and they quickly sent me all the information and the pick-up time at our hotel. They helped us book th...
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August 17, 2025
Lavinia
Italy
A wonderful experience, and the convenience of having a pick-up right outside the hotel. The trek is moderately difficult with a fair amount of elevat...
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April 11, 2025
Patricia
Ceuta, Spain
The excursion has been such a truly wonderful experience. The organization was excellent, with clear and timely communication from the very beginning....
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August 5, 2024
Paola
Spain
It is highly recommended to do this activity if you do not want to have to make the round trip or wait to find a taxi to take you back to the car. Iva...
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August 1, 2024
Aline
Bruxelles, Belgium
If there was only one agency to contact for the quality and efficiency of the service it would be this one! Super on time and super friendly driver wh...
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June 9, 2024
Ivanna
Uruguay
Everything was fine, except that I booked the excursion in Spanish and the guide did not speak any of my language, which made the excursion difficult ...
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August 11, 2025
Florencia
Argentina
It was great. I thought it was with a guide, but they actually take you to the bases, and after a few hours of showing you the map, they give you a me...
Traveling solo
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August 7, 2025
Broglinbenedicte
France
Hello, despite a last-minute change of itinerary (notified by email yesterday), the hike was beautiful under a blazing sun. Thanks to the driver, very...
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On this sunrise hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, you'll discover the incredible beauty of Madeira and explore the most impressive landscapes of the island at dawn.

Activity Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in a minibus and head toward Pico do Arieiro, the third-highest peak on Madeira Island.

We'll arrive at the starting point, and, following the instructions on the digital map, you'll begin the ascent on foot. As you head up the trail, you'll get some glimpses of the marvellous panoramic views as you're met with the morning light.

The first stop on the route will take us to the viewpoint near Pousada do Pico do Arieiro, where you'll have stunning views of São Roque do Faial and the valley of Fajã da Nogueira, two of the places you'll see birds flying freely.

After conquering Pico do Arieiro, the route will bring us to Vereda del Burro, a hike of approximately 5 hours, where you'll walk on a trail through rocky terrain and narrow paths.

This trail, which starts at an altitude of 5921 ft (1805 m), right below the peak of Pico do Arieriro, where you'll admire the valley of Ribeira do Cidrão and the plateau of Paul da Serra, part of the western mountain range on the island. You'll also pass Poço da Neve, a 19th-century storage facility in the shape of an igloo used in the past to store snow and hail that fell on these mountains.

The hike will end at the Reception Center of the Ecological Park, the perfect spot to discover the rich flora and fauna of the area, where a small farm filled with donkeys awaits. As a reward, you can enjoy the well-deserved hot chocolate at the Restaurante Barracão.

Pico Ruivo, the highest mountain in Madeira. The path you'll take, which will last around 5 hours, will bring you through rocky terrain and narrow trails. Once finally at the top, you'll be rewarded with breathtaking views, which make for amazing photographs.

Afterwards, we'll continue the tour by minibus, passing through the coastal towns of Machico and Santa Cruz.

Finally, we'll take you back to your hotel, where we'll arrive 8 hours after pickup.

Options & Schedules

When making your booking, you'll be able to choose one of the following options:

Sunrise Tour at 5:30 am: this is the best option to enjoy the sunrise
Morning Tour at 9 am: If you don't want to get up too early, you can choose this option. Keep in mind that you will not see the sunrise on this tour. The itinerary will be the same as the sunrise tour, but without the sunrise.

Self-Guided Tour

Please note that this hiking tour is done without a guide. The day before the activity, we'll send you the digital map and the route instructions. The driver will take you to the starting point and drop you off at the end of it.

Hotel Pickup

Please note that this tour includes pickup from hotels in Funchal, Caniço.

8.2

Excellent 766 Travelers·62 reviews

August 27, 2026
María
Spain
The pickup was super punctual, and the staff were very friendly. They also helped us manage the payment of the fees for the tour. Overall, it's an act...
With friends
Is this useful?
June 22, 2026
Ana Isabel Mas García
Madrid, Spain
The organization was perfect, but we weren't lucky with the weather, although they gave us recommendations to make it the best it could be.
As a couple
Is this useful?
October 15, 2026
Mari Carmen
Barcelona, Spain
Great! We made the reservation the night before and they quickly sent me all the information and the pick-up time at our hotel. They helped us book th...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 17, 2025
Lavinia
Italy
A wonderful experience, and the convenience of having a pick-up right outside the hotel. The trek is moderately difficult with a fair amount of elevat...
As a couple
Is this useful?
April 11, 2025
Patricia
Ceuta, Spain
The excursion has been such a truly wonderful experience. The organization was excellent, with clear and timely communication from the very beginning....
With friends
Is this useful?
August 5, 2024
Paola
Spain
It is highly recommended to do this activity if you do not want to have to make the round trip or wait to find a taxi to take you back to the car. Iva...
As a couple
Is this useful?
August 1, 2024
Aline
Bruxelles, Belgium
If there was only one agency to contact for the quality and efficiency of the service it would be this one! Super on time and super friendly driver wh...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
June 9, 2024
Ivanna
Uruguay
Everything was fine, except that I booked the excursion in Spanish and the guide did not speak any of my language, which made the excursion difficult ...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 11, 2025
Florencia
Argentina
It was great. I thought it was with a guide, but they actually take you to the bases, and after a few hours of showing you the map, they give you a me...
Traveling solo
Is this useful?
August 7, 2025
Broglinbenedicte
France
Hello, despite a last-minute change of itinerary (notified by email yesterday), the hike was beautiful under a blazing sun. Thanks to the driver, very...
With friends
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On this sunrise hike of Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, you'll discover the incredible beauty of Madeira and explore the most impressive landscapes of the island at dawn.

Activity Details

At the indicated time, we'll pick you up from your hotel in a minibus and head toward Pico do Arieiro, the third-highest peak on Madeira Island.

After conquering Pico do Arieiro, the route will bring us to Vereda del Burro, a hike of approximately 5 hours, where you'll walk on a trail through rocky terrain and narrow paths.

Afterwards, we'll continue the tour by minibus, passing through the coastal towns of Machico and Santa Cruz.

Finally, we'll take you back to your hotel, where we'll arrive 8 hours after pickup.

Options & Schedules

When making your booking, you'll be able to choose one of the following options:

Sunrise Tour at 5:30 am: this is the best option to enjoy the sunrise
Morning Tour at 9 am: If you don't want to get up too early, you can choose this option. Keep in mind that you will not see the sunrise on this tour. The itinerary will be the same as the sunrise tour, but without the sunrise.

Self-Guided Tour

Hotel Pickup

Please note that this tour includes pickup from hotels in Funchal, Caniço.

Pico do Arieiro + Sunrise Hike