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A sunset, a sign reading "PICO DO ARIEIRO ALTITUDE 1810 METROS", and people interacting with donkeys. 1
A mountain trail with rocky terrain and a clear sky. 2
A mountain trail with a wooden walkway and metal railings. 3
A mountain landscape with a sea of clouds below and a group of people standing on a rocky outcrop. 4
A sunset over a mountainous landscape with people standing on a hill. 5
By Best Madeira Guide

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 85 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 5h+
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Sunrise above the clouds at Pico do Areeiro
    • Hike the legendary Stairway to Heaven on the PR1 trail
    • Walk the historic PR3 Donkey Trail and meet friendly donkeys
    • Relax with a lunch break at a local coffee shop
    • Optional Monte drop-off for the famous Madeira toboggan ride

Activity location

    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • ER103, Portugal
    • Monte, Madeira, Portugal

Check availability

Option is for people with own cars . Sunrise

  • Activity duration is 5 hours5h
    5h
  • English

This option is if you have a car and would bring it. There is parking at the end of the trail . You will be picked up at that parking and taken to the sunrise spot and to the start of the hike.

Starting time: 6:15
Price details
RM 84.82 x 2 AdultsRM 169.64
Total
Price is RM 169.64

Pico do Arieiro + 2 Hikes - PR1 and PR3 ( no sunrise)

  • Activity duration is 6 hours6h
    6h
  • English

Same tour but no Sunrise

Language options: English
Starting time: 9:00
Price details
RM 164.93 x 2 AdultsRM 329.86
Total
Price is RM 329.86

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    We will arrange all necessary HIKING TICKETS .
  • Inclusions
    Pick-up and drop off in the Funchal
  • Exclusions
    4.5€ Hiking Tax Ticket -
  • Exclusions
    We will arrange your tickets
  • Exclusions
    We will send all the payment details to you before the tour or alternatively you can pay the driver for the tickets on the day.
  • Exclusions
    Please DO NOT buy any tickets . We will arrange the tickets for everyone and at the right timeslots.

Know before you book

    • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Baby carriages, Baby strollers, Bikes, Drinks in the vehicle, Electric wheelchairs, Explosive substances, Firework, Food in the vehicle
    • Not suitable for: Babies under 1 year, Children under 5 years, People over 309 lbs (140 kg), People with back problems, People with motion sickness

What you can expect

  • We arrange Hiking Tickets
    We begin early in the morning, heading high into Madeira’s mountains to witness the sunrise at Pico do Areeiro. As the first light breaks through the clouds, you’ll enjoy one of the most dramatic viewpoints on the island — a moment that alone makes the early start worthwhile.

    From here, we continue onto the legendary PR1 (upto Stairway to Heaven ) trail, home to the famous Stairway to Heaven. This breathtaking section offers jaw-dropping ridge views, dramatic drops, and photo opportunities that have made Madeira famous worldwide. Unlike rushed tours, we allow time to enjoy the scenery, take photos, and truly experience the trail.

    After PR1, we transition onto the PR3 – the historic “Donkey Trail.” Once used by locals to transport goods between the mountains and Funchal, this path tells a quieter story of Madeira’s past. Here, we’ll encounter and interact with friendly donkeys, adding a unique and memorable cultural element rarely included in standard hiking tours.

    We then take a well-earned lunch break at a charming local coffee shop, where you can relax, refuel, and enjoy Madeira’s laid-back atmosphere. This pause makes the tour accessible and enjoyable even for those new to longer hikes.

    To finish the day, you’ll have the option to be dropped off in Monte, one of Madeira’s most famous areas. Here you can explore the beautiful palace gardens, experience the iconic toboggan ride, or simply enjoy the views over the city.

    ✔️ Small-group feel
    ✔️ Flexible pace
    ✔️ A perfect balance of adventure, nature, culture, and relaxation

    This tour is ideal for travelers who want more than a standard hike — those looking for variety, authenticity, and unforgettable moments in Madeira.

    • please note . The location for the sunrise may change depending on weather ditions , traffic or another reason

Location

Activity location

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    • Funchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • ER103, Portugal
    • Monte, Madeira, Portugal