--- title: Mount Pico Night Climb – Reach the Summit for a Magical Sunrise lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/azores/tours/mount-pico-night-climb-reach-the-summit-for-a-magical-sunrise/ type: tour city: Azores country: Portugal price: 95 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.99 reviews: 137 duration_minutes: 600 languages: [pt, en] guidekin_pick: Pico at sunrise? rank_in_category: 1 of 6 (Hiking & Climbing) schedule_checked: 2026-09-30 data_updated: 2026-10-12 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/azores/tours/mount-pico-night-climb-reach-the-summit-for-a-magical-sunrise/ --- # Mount Pico Night Climb – Reach the Summit for a Magical Sunrise **Guidekin's take:** Pico climbed in the dark to reach the summit for sunrise, in a small group with certified mountain guides, headlamp, poles, reserve fee, insurance and a certificate included. Proper mountain boots are mandatory or you are excluded without refund; meals not included. 4.99 from 137 reviews at €95 per person. **Pico at sunrise?:** For sunrise on Pico, book the shared night climb: 10h at €95 per person, guide and entry included; high fitness and mountain boots required. Trade-off: No free cancellation. (last checked September 15, 2026) In our comparison: #1 of 6 in Hiking & Climbing, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview We take our work very seriously to protect and enhance our precious mountain. For our activity to follow responsible actions, it is very important to respect the official trail. Our experienced and professional guides are Certified Pico Mountain Guides and belong to AGMA – Azores Mountain Guides Association. They will constantly monitor your well-being during the climb, observing your actions and communicating with you. Our groups are small and use high-quality materials to ensure you get the most out of this life experience. Cancellation Policy: After completing the reservation we will send you our Cancellation Policy. We can be flexible in different situations. ## Before you book - Meeting point: To go to our Meeting Point, - Entry ticket included: skip the ticket desk - Starts 01:00, 02:00: 2 departures a day - Age 5+: minimum age to join - Non-refundable: no free cancellation **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €95 per person - Duration: 10h - Rating: 4.99/5 from 137 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Likely to sell out - Operator: Tripix Azores - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: Portuguese, English - Tickets: Admission included - Start times: 01:00, 02:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-30 ## Reviews 4.99 from 137 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 137 of 137. - 5 stars: 136 (99%) - 4 stars: 1 (1%) - 3 stars: 0 (0%) - 2 stars: 0 (0%) - 1 star: 0 (0%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the encouraging guides and sunrise views; the climb is demanding and the descent can be harder still. **Praised:** - Patient, encouraging guides help walkers through difficult sections - Careful pacing, rest stops and route guidance help the group feel safe - Sunrise views above the clouds are a recurring highlight - Hot tea and coffee at the summit are appreciated - Guides take and share photos and videos of the climb **Complaints:** - The climb is physically demanding, especially for beginners - The descent can be harder than the ascent and painful on the knees Written by Guidekin from the 50 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2020-10-06 to 2026-07-04); last checked 2026-10-07. ## What's included - Mount Pico Natural Reserve access fee - Climbing Certificate of Achievement - Professional & Certified Mount Pico Guide - Individual Headlight - Allianz® Personal Accident Insurance - Hiking poles ## Not included - Meals - Air-conditioned vehicle ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 01:00, 02:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-09-30 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations. ## Meeting point To go to our Meeting Point, use only the main roads from Madalena, São Roque or Lajes. Avoid using Google Maps as some roads are not in use. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJAWB6P-2QRwsR1NSddKd2PQs Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries - Not recommended for pregnant travelers - Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health - Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness - Participants should not have gone diving 24 hours before the climb. - It is mandatory to present yourself with proper mountain boots and equipment suitable for the activity. Failure to meet these requirements may result in exclusion from the climb, including by decision of the Mountain House, without the right to a refund - All participants must be in good physical condition and have motor coordination. Please inform Tripix Azores of any physical restrictions, including issues with lower limbs, vertigo, mental health, heart problems, asthma, diabetes, pregnancy, or other health conditions. Booking asks for: dates of birth, passport details, weights, heights ## Compared with other Hiking & Climbing | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #1 of 6** | €95 | 10h | 4.99 (137) | shared | | [Climbing Mount Pico a challenging adventure](/portugal/azores/tours/climbing-mount-pico-a-challenging-adventure/?format=md) | €110 | 8h | 4.98 (43) | shared | | [Mount Pico Guided Climb – Summit Portugal’s Highest Peak](/portugal/azores/tours/mount-pico-guided-climb-summit-portugal-s-highest-peak/?format=md) | €75 | 7h | 4.95 (218) | shared | | [São Miguel Azores: Hike and Snorkeling into the wild with a local](/portugal/azores/tours/s-o-miguel-azores-hike-and-snorkeling-into-the-wild-with-a-local/?format=md) | €108 | 4h | 4.95 (41) | shared | Ranked #1 of 6 in Hiking & Climbing by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €50 to €110, median €92; typical length 7h 30m. 0 of 6 are private. 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