MADEIRA
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The 10 most popular hiking & trekking in Madeira. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.
Sunrise hike from Funchal: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with a self-guided PR trail and door-to-door van transfer.
“Pick up was smooth- the guide was welcoming and explained the trails to us.”
Ride to Pico do Arieiro for sunrise or morning hiking, then self-guide the cloud-walk to Pico Ruivo with an English driver and easy pickup.
“The ride felt safe and we got clear instructions for the hikes. The views were great.”
Shared van transfer from Funchal to Rabaçal for a self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco Levada hike with early-crowd timing.
“Nuno was a great guide, he was very friendly and informative and gave us loads of recommendations for activities, places and things to do in Madeira. It was lovely to arrive before the crowds and have the waterfalls to our self. Both me and my partner had a lovely day!”
Self-guided PR8 hike at Ponta São Lourenço with hotel pickup, big ocean views, optional swimming, and a calm pace.
“The driver is really nice guy. He gave us many tips about city, restaurants and hikes . He has big knowledge and he is sharing that with tourists.”
Self-guided Caldeirão Verde hike in Madeira’s Laurissilva Forest. Shared van pickup, Levada walk, waterfalls, tunnels, clear route tips.
“Great hike, fantastic views, but the price is very high for the offered service, which is - basically - only transportation. It's negligibly less than what we paid for a full day of being driven around, with a very good guide, on another tour. Also, this is NOT an easy hike, make sure you have…”
Hassle-free transfer and self-guided PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde hike from Funchal. Tunnels, waterfalls, and a small-group day.
“Beautiful flat hike, only 93 steps in total. Going through dark caves was exciting, but some people were scared and bumped their heads a few times. This is described as a 6km hike each way, but I clocked up 21km on the hike. Not for the faint hearted.”
Watch sunrise over clouds from Pico do Arieiro, then hike Vereda do Larano with sea cliffs and photo stops in a small group.
“I think best trip of my life, beautiful sunrise, and hiking I would like to mension was even for not experienced turists, even child could do it. For sure must. Thank you ♥️”
Sunrise hike from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro with a small-group transfer, self-guided trail options, and dramatic peak views in Madeira.
“Great tour company, very helpful, informative and friendly hike organizers and drivers, very punctual pickups”
An 8-hour east Madeira hike from Caniçal to Ponta de São Lourenço, with sea views and a possible swim in clear water.
“Beautiful day, gray walk and very contrasting scenery, we had the choice of walking back or speed baiting back but we walked as it was so beautiful.”
Guided sunrise hike on Madeira’s Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup, head torches, Milky Way views, and warm tea at the top.
“Incredible views that really were breathtaking! Well worth the trip!”
