Madeira s highest Peaks
Walk between Madeira´s highest peaks!
Starting at Pico do Areeiro, within a short distance we come upon the Ninho da Manta (Buzzard’s Nest) belvedere. From this platform one can see the valley of Fajã da Nogueira, where some Manx shearwater (Puffinus puffinnus) breed, São Roque do Faial and a large part of the Central Mountain Range.
To reach Pico Ruivo at 1862m, we must go around Pico das Torres up a steep incline of steps carved in the rock and then descend, the most difficult part of this trail being the final climb to the Shelter at Pico Ruivo. But the thought of reaching the highest point of the island is a driving force.
From the Pico Ruivo shelter, the footpath leads to Achada do Teixeira car park, where you can see “Homem em pé” (Standing Man), a basalt rock formation found on the way down the slope after you pass the shelter at Achada do Teixeira.
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Madeira s highest Peaks
Pickup included
What's included in Madeira s highest Peaks
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Pico do Arieiro
The start of the walk is at Pico do Arieiro, the highest point accesible by car in Madeira with outstandig views
Pico Ruivo
Pico Ruivo, Madeira´s highest point at 1862m
Inclusions
- Insurance according to Portuguese legislation
- Transfer to and from walk.
- Certified driver and experienced mountain guide.
- Drinks and food
- Gratuities
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- May be operated by a multi-lingual guide
- The duration of transfers are approximate, the exact duration will depend on the time of day and traffic conditions
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
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Pickup and Dropoff
You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points
Please arrive at the pick up point 30 minutes before departure time.
Additional Information
We collect guests staying between Santa Cruz, Funchal and Camara de Lobos for free and offer pickups outside this area fo a fee. We will confirm pickup time and location once we received your reservation
Meeting / End Points
- Funchal
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
• Comfortable walking shoes are recommended Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time. Tour departs within walking distance of the cruise port
