--- title: Sunrise Tour @ Pico Do Areiro | Half Day 4x4 Tour lang: en alternate_de: https://guidekin.com/de/portugal/madeira/tours/sunrise-tour-pico-do-areiro-half-day-4x4-tour/ type: tour city: Madeira country: Portugal price: 76 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.89 reviews: 152 duration_minutes: 300 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" guidekin_pick: Sunrise and a forest walk rank_in_category: 53 of 66 (Jeep & 4x4 Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-03 data_updated: 2026-10-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/sunrise-tour-pico-do-areiro-half-day-4x4-tour/ --- # Sunrise Tour @ Pico Do Areiro | Half Day 4x4 Tour **Guidekin's take:** Head towards Pico do Arieiro for sunrise, followed by a morning forest walk and a coffee stop. Off-road transport, a driver-guide and a short hike are included; weather may change the viewpoint, and food and drinks cost extra. 4.89 from 152 reviews at €76 per person for 5h. In our comparison: #53 of 66 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Witness one of Madeira’s most magical moments — sunrise above the clouds. This adventure is ideal for couples, families, and photographers who want to experience the island before the world wakes up. Our top sunrise spot is Pico do Arieiro, the island’s third-highest peak, where colors and cloud formations create a once-in-a-lifetime scene. Because mountain weather can be unpredictable, our expert guides always have a “Plan B,” choosing the best possible viewpoint — from Pico do Facho to Ponta de São Lourenço, Guindaste, or secret local spots. After sunrise, enjoy a short forest walk and a relaxing coffee stop before heading back. A true off-road adventure and an unforgettable way to start your day in Madeira. ## Before you book - Hotel pickup: from 112 pickup points - Starts 06:00: one departure a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Age 10+: minimum age to join **Pickup:** Hotel pickup from 112 pickup points ## Key facts - Price: from €76 per person - Duration: 5h - Rating: 4.89/5 from 152 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Hit The Road Madeira - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 06:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-03 ## Reviews 4.89 from 152 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 98% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 149 of 152. - 5 stars: 142 (93%) - 4 stars: 7 (5%) - 3 stars: 1 (1%) - 2 stars: 1 (1%) - 1 star: 1 (1%) ### What reviewers say Reviewers praise the guides, sunrise viewpoints and levada walks; cloud and fog can still prevent any view of the sunrise. **Praised:** - Knowledgeable, friendly guides who share island history and local stories - Early arrivals and guidance to good sunrise viewing spots - Sunrise views above the cloud layer - Enjoyable levada walks and stops at local cafes - Clear communication before the trip and punctual pickups **Complaints:** - Fog and cloud can hide the sunrise even after trying alternative viewpoints - Cold and wind can make the wait at the summit uncomfortable Written by Guidekin from the 100 most recent English reviews on Viator & Tripadvisor (2022-03-14 to 2026-09-13); last checked 2026-10-04. ## What's included - Alternative route for bad weather conditions - 4x4 transport and short hike - Morning forest walk and coffee stop - Local driver-guide ## Not included - Food and drinks - Personal expenses ## Itinerary 1. **Funchal** (1h) - After stopping for an early morning coffee and pit stop we head up into the mountains via the "interesting" back roads of Funchal in our 4x4 towards the third highest peak of Madeira, Pico do Areiro 2. **Pico do Arieiro** (1h 30m) - Very often we are above the clouds and the colours are absolutely extraordinary, truly a once in a lifetime moment! 3. **Balcoes de Ribeiro Frio** (45m) - After coming down from the sunrise we go on a special "bonus" levada walk which we will get all to ourselves, usually very crowded and popular tourist route. 4. **Ribeiro Frio** (45m) - We end off with a local style breakfast coffee/sandwich/poncha at one of Madeira´s best local snack bars ## Schedule - Runs: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat - Departures: 06:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-03 - 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. ## Meeting point We pick up free of charge all hotels and holiday rentals in the Funchal area. We do not offer pickups outside of Funchal. We do not pick up at the Funchal Port. Map: https://www.google.com/maps/place/?q=place_id:ChIJq4sfUMNfYAwROaHNFSxN2P8 Pickup points listed by the operator: 112 Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Jeep & 4x4 Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #53 of 66** | €76 | 5h | 4.89 (152) | shared | | [Madeira 4x4 Jeep Safari : Porto Moniz, Lava Pools & Fanal Forest](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-4x4-jeep-safari-porto-moniz-lava-pools-fanal-forest/?format=md) | €55 | 7h | 5.0 (226) | shared | | [Full Day Madeira Island Tour - Open Roof](/portugal/madeira/tours/full-day-madeira-island-tour-open-roof-445072P1/?format=md) | €62 | 7h 30m | 5.0 (192) | shared | | [Madeira "Mystery Tour" - Full Day Private 4x4 Jeep ](/portugal/madeira/tours/madeira-mystery-tour-full-day-private-4x4-jeep-433184P11/?format=md) | €259 per group | 7h | 4.99 (243) | private | Ranked #53 of 66 in Jeep & 4x4 Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €40 to €100, median €67; typical length 7h. 23 of 66 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/jeep-4x4/?format=md ## More in Madeira - All Madeira tours: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/tours/sunrise-tour-pico-do-areiro-half-day-4x4-tour/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/portugal/madeira/?format=md