The classic ridge walk from Pico do Arieiro to the island's highest point with an official mountain guide, transport from Funchal and Caniço and insurance included.
It is a hard hike with long stairs and needs a high level of fitness; the trail fee, snacks and water are yours. 4.94 from 36 reviews at €53 per person for 6h.
In our comparison: #13 of 16 in Canyoning & Adventure, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).
Trail fee set by local authorities, applied to visitors accessing official routes to support conservation, maintenance, safety measures, and the sustainable management of Madeira’s natural trails
Snacks
Bottled water
Child prices by age band are shown at checkout. Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 2 September 2026.
Reviews
4.9
36 ratings Tripadvisor 27 · Viator 9
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 36 of 36
Star breakdown of all 36 ratings
5 stars
34 · 94%
4 stars
2 · 6%
3 stars
0 · 0%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%
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Meeting point and route
Meeting point
Departure
08:30 on Wed, Sat; scheduled year-round (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Pickup
Hotel pickup from 49 pickup points (49 pickup points listed by the operator, 46 of them hotels)
Operator
Madeira Adventure Kingdom; booking and payment are completed on Viator
About this tour, from the operator
Walk from Pico do Areeiro to the top of Madeira Island in a hiking tour full of emotion and marvellous landscapes.
Walking, children and accessibility
The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.
Walking and health
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Health and Fitness: This tour involves a 4 hour challenging hike with numerous ups, downs, and stairs. It requires a high level of fitness and is not suitable for individuals with severe health issues or limited mobility.
Rain or Shine: This tour is subject to the unpredictable weather conditions typical at high altitudes. We will proceed as long as it's safe to do so. However, due to rapidly changing weather, we may need to cancel or make an alternative hike if conditions become too hazardous. Your safety is our priority.
Breakfast: Ensure you have a hearty breakfast before embarking on the activity to keep your energy levels high throughout the hike.
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Cancellation Policy: No refunds are provided for cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity's start time
It might be possible to buy food and drinks before the hike, but this is not guaranteed. Please bring your own refreshments and do not count on purchasing them along the way
Multilingual Guide: Your tour may be led by a guide fluent in multiple languages. While we do our best to provide a guide who speaks your preferred language, this is not always guaranteed. In such cases, the tour will be conducted in English.
Good to know
Food not included bring or buy your own
Fitness notes apply see additional information
Age 8+ minimum age to join
The booking form will also ask for: dates of birth
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Ranked #13 of 16 in Canyoning & Adventure by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €45 to €100, median €70; typical length 4h 15m. 1 of 16 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 16 Canyoning & Adventure