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Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

5.0 Excellent 147 reviews
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Free cancellation · up to 24 hours before Live guide

Ratings & Reviews

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Overview

Guidekin summary

A sunrise hike between the two highest peaks with a certified mountain guide in a group capped at eight, with pickup in Funchal and Caniço and poles on request. The trail permit is booked and paid separately with the forestry authority, so check availability before you book. 4.98 from 147 reviews at €100 per person.

From the guide

On this amazing sunrise tour, it is a small group guided walk, Maximum 8 travellers, an amazing experience to see the day starting on the more amazing sunrise spots, often above the clouds. Beating away the big groups, we will have the mountain to ourselves

Compared with other Levada Walks & Hiking

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #1 of 12€1004.98 (147)shared, max 8
Real Life, Mountains & Sea Cliffs + Lunch + Levada walk - 6 hours€385 per group6h5.0 (72)private
Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira€426h4.91 (120)shared
Private Half-Day 4X4 Experience: East or West€385 per group5h4.93 (42)private

Ranked #1 of 12 in Levada Walks & Hiking by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €100, median €48; typical length 6h. 2 of 12 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 12 Levada Walks & Hiking

Schedule & Availability

Runs daily
Departs: 06:00
Available year-round

This tour runs daily, departing at 06:00. It runs year-round. These are the operator’s scheduled departures, not a live seat count: availability is confirmed at checkout. Schedule last checked August 31, 2026.

What's Included

Local guide
Professional certified mountain guide
Walking poles available at pre-request
In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Caniço and Funchal - pickup for free close to the port

What's Not Included

Food and drinks
Pickup outside Funchal, Caniço, Câmara de Lobos
Government fees: Hikers TAX fee-This is charged and managed by the INFC (local governement). Its not included on this product-you must reserve your slot .
Government fees: Reserving this tour, doesnt confirm the slots(not included on price) for the Hike - please enquire our availaibility first prior of booking and governement slots on Simplifica website

Itinerary

Pico do Arieiro Stop 1
We will start our hike on Pico do Areeiro and walk to Pico Ruivo
1h
Pico Ruivo Stop 2
the highest peak on the island
30 min
Santana Stop 3
as we will be on this side, we will take a visit to the traditional houses
45 min

Departure & Return

Pickup included

Pickup time can vary trougth out the year, as the sun rises at diferent hours, at diferent times of the year! Please be aware: Time shown on ticket is just a website generic time - after confirmation we will contact with exact hour of Pickup and meeting point. Please MAKE SURE you get from us a message with exact details, if not please contact us ASAP to be sure of the details! Please fill up you Hotel name or airbnb adress. Pickup inside the port or other areas is also available at extra request if you come from outside funchal we provide free parking for your car on the day. please enquire before booking for availiability

28 pickup points listed by the operator, 26 of them hotels

Additional Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • bring confortable clothes and shoes be prepared for sun and cold in the mountain and pack a picnic/water
  • Operates in all weather conditions since there is safety assured, please dress appropriately
  • Minimum age is 10 years
  • It is recommended to bring water and food for your picnic
  • A maximum of 8 people per booking
  • Pickup time can vary trougth out the year, as the sun rises at diferent hours, at diferent times of the year! Please be aware: Time shown on ticket is just a website generic time - after confirmation we will contact with exact hour of Pickup and meeting point. Please MAKE SURE you get from us a message with exact details, if not please contact us ASAP to be sure of the details!

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

1+ daysFull refund
0-1 daysNo refund
From € 100 / person