Morning Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro, Hike To Pico Ruivo & Return From Teixeira
Description
Shared budget transfers to enjoy this amazing hike in your own rhythm! Designed for travelers that are looking for freedom! Pick-up and drop-off are included in Funchal and Caniço. After we pick all guests (up to 8) in their accommodation in Funchal or Caniço (only), we will go to Pico Do Arieiro and you can enjoy the amazing hike to Pico Ruivo, the highest point of the island! Prepare yourself for stunning landscapes! You will walk on your own rhythm through this famous trail and find the challenging "stairs to heaven" and walk "above the clouds" or with the other guests if you choose to. We will pick you all at the ending point to take you back to your accommodation. The path to do this hike is from Pico Do Arieiro To Pico Ruivo To Achada Do Teixeira (11 km = 4:45 hours in total). Level: Medium-Hard. PICO TRANSFERS... enjoy nature in your own rhythm! Travel Agent & Tourism Licence: RNAVT N° 9866 Insurance: Allianz COPYRIGHTS RESERVED © 2019 - 2023
Tour Options
Itinerary
Pick-up of all travelers (máx. 8) in Funchal and Caniço.
We will arrive at Pico Do Arieiro in the beautiful brightness of the morning. It is popular for being the path in Madeira with the most breathtaking views because of the weather diversity along the hike. You will feel that you walk “above the clouds” and on the challenging path you will find a few tunnel-walks and the famous “stairs to heaven”.
Pico Ruivo, with 1862 meters of altitude is the highest mountain in Madeira Island, it is also the third highest mountain in all Portugal. To access the peak you must arrive walking. The absolute best way is from Pico do Arieiro (the 3rd highest mountain on the island with 1810 meters of altitude). This hike from Pico Do Arieiro To Pico Ruivo To Achada Do Teixeira is 11 km long (4:30 hours in total). Level: Medium-Hard.
At the end of the hike, in the drive from Achada Do Teixeira to Funchal/Caniço, we will pass by without stopping in front of the triangle Santana houses.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
We pick-up customers in all type of accommodations in Funchal and Caniço (hotel, hostel, Airbnb, apartments, etc.) We will notify your exact time of pick-up 1 day before your transfer in the evening, via WhatsApp or email. Please provide your phone number with country code, email, name of your accommodation, address, and a reference point. You can also find in our profile: "Sunrise Transfer To Pico Do Arieiro And Hike To Pico Ruivo".
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(250)
Great service offered. Ciro arrived on time in comfortable and clean vehicle. Clear instructions given for the walk and pick up point. Thank you!
Transfer went excellent. Great communication, provided clear instructions, were timely and friendly. Was a great way to do PR1! If only they could control the weather.. lol Was a great time even with the wet weather :-)
Very organised and timings work perfectly. You will get all the info before the day of your transfer and they cover everything you might need (timings, maps, weather info etc.). Ciro was a great driver/guide. He was punctual and explained the hiking routes very well. Since PR1 was partially closed, they offered to do PR3 which gives you a totally different experience, but is also a nice route.
Nice excursion very well organized. Respecting schedules. It was perfect!
Pick up was on time. roads were difficult but Radko, our diveer was very good at navigating and driving. On thr trail we go a little off track but Elisabeth was very helpful with getting us back on track. I would definatly use their services again.
Radko was my driver/tour guide and he was very nice as well as warm. He was prompt in picking me up plus organized as well which I appreciated. He debriefed the group with where to hike and what to look out for which was helpful as well as led to seamless experience. Since the whole PR1 was closed so I did the modify one which they offered and their transport was cheapest out of all groups I used while in Madeira.
Really well organised, good communication from the local provider. Timings for each part of walk worked perfectly. Wonderful views from PR1 but very busy, nice to descend quietly on PR3.
Friendly and punctual driver with clear instructions for both hikes. Plenty of time to enjoy PR1 and PR3 in own pace which are both remarkable but challenging. Comfortable car with reliable and considerate driving skills as roads were hilly and had lots of sharp turns.
Very convenient for a solo traveler who does not dare to rent a car. Carefree being dropped off at the beginning of the hike and picked up again at the end. The guide also gives tips for on the go. Nice to meet other hikers.
Driver was on time at the meeting point and welcomed us very friendly. Pick up worked great, everything very well organized.
