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title: Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo (PR 1) - Hiking Tour in Madeira
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type: tour
city: Madeira
country: Portugal
price: 53
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.94
reviews: 36
duration_minutes: 360
languages: [de, pt, en, fr, es]
free_cancellation: "true"
guidekin_pick: Fit hikers wanting a guide
rank_in_category: 13 of 16 (Canyoning & Adventure)
schedule_checked: 2026-09-02
data_updated: 2026-10-12
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# Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo (PR 1) - Hiking Tour in Madeira

**Guidekin's take:** 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 (table below).

## Overview

Walk from Pico do Areeiro to the top of Madeira Island in a hiking tour full of emotion and marvellous landscapes.

## Before you book

- Hotel pickup: from 49 pickup points
- Starts 08:30: one departure a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Fitness notes apply: see additional information
- Age 8+: minimum age to join

**Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 49 pickup points

## Key facts

- Price: from €53 per person
- Duration: 6h
- Rating: 4.94/5 from 36 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Madeira Adventure Kingdom
- Group: Shared tour
- Guide languages: German, Portuguese, English, French, Spanish
- Start times: 08:30
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-09-02

## Reviews

4.94 from 36 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
100% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 36 of 36.

- 5 stars: 34 (94%)
- 4 stars: 2 (6%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 0 (0%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Professional staff
- Official mountain guide
- Transportation (Center of Funchal and Caniço)
- Insurance (According with portuguese law)
- Air-conditioned vehicle

## Not included

- 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

## Schedule

- Runs: Wed, Sat
- Departures: 08:30
- Schedule last checked: 2026-09-02
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

Pickup points listed by the operator: 49

## 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
- 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.
- Cancellation Policy: No refunds are provided for cancellations made within 24 hours of the activity's start time
- Breakfast: Ensure you have a hearty breakfast before embarking on the activity to keep your energy levels high throughout the hike.
- 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.

Booking asks for: dates of birth

## Compared with other Canyoning & Adventure

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #13 of 16** | €53 | 6h | 4.94 (36) | shared |
| [Canyoning in Madeira Island- Level 1](/portugal/madeira/tours/canyoning-in-madeira-island-level-1/?format=md) | €65 | 5h | 4.98 (1164) | shared |
| [Level 1 - Canyoning For All - Beginner / Funchal](/portugal/madeira/tours/level-1-canyoning-for-all-beginner-funchal-348395P1/?format=md) | €56 | 3h | 4.99 (198) | shared |
| [Madeira Canyoning Intermediate ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-canyoning-intermediate/?format=md) | €80 | 4h | 4.99 (169) | shared |

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.

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