Sunset Views: Pico do Arieiro Experience

Experience the breathtaking sunset from Pico do Arieiro in Madeira while indulging in a delicious buffet dinner and drinks. Enjoy the stunning views and authentic local cuisine on this unforgettable tour.

Duration: 3 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Pico do Arieiro - Pico do Arieiro is the highest viewpoint in Madeira accessible by car, standing at 1,818 meters above sea level. Visitors spend approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes here, allowing them to enjoy the sunset and explore nearby viewpoints like Ninho da Manta and Stairway to Heaven (Miradouro Pedra Rija) at their leisure.
    The return…
What's Included
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off in Funchal, Caniço, and Câmara de Lobos centre only
  • Driver
  • Optional self-guided Stairway to Heaven hike
  • Shared sunset experience at Pico do Arieiro
What's Not Included
  • Government fees
  • Pickup and drop-off outside our defined service area
  • Guided hiking service
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Experience the sunset from Pico do Arieiro, Madeira’s third-highest peak, in a shared setting designed for a more tranquil visit to this iconic spot. Besides the sunset, guests can independently explore viewpoints like Ninho da Manta and the Stairway to Heaven on a self-guided walk of approximately 2.4 km round trip.
After being picked up, ascend to…

Location
Pico do Arieiro
E 202
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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282iinap
Dec 9, 2025
Great tour! - I really enjoyed this tour! The communication worked very well and I felt informed at all times. We didn’t get to see the sunset up in the mountain as the weather was very foggy in Pico do Arieiro, but it made the views quite special and still very much worth it.
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Samson_f
Dec 8, 2025
Dorothy we are not in Kansas anymore! This is Pico Areira! - Recommend doing this a couples hours before sunset. This is not an easy hike by any stretch. To go to all points requires that you be in good shape. and you still need to hike back! Legs have been achy for two days. This hike will challenge all. The views are spectacular and though from pictures and videos make the trails look intimidating I waas able to do this. And I met a few people along the way who were afraid of heights. Bring layers. While it was very warm when I went, It can get very windy and chilly.
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Sharron_w
Nov 8, 2025
Wonderful trip to do - It’s very very cold ( eyeballs frozen cold) and windy in the mountains, wrap up warm, take good grip trainers/ shoes. It’s magical, Mother Nature put on the best show, was truly breath taking. There are viewing points so you do not have to walk the stairway to heaven if you do not want, if mobility challenged etc. There is a small cafe, gift shop and toilets there. Our driver was so lovely, happy, knowledgeable and spoke english, and picked up and drop off at hotel.
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Meredith_n
Oct 28, 2025
An evening not to be missed! - What a show stopper put on by Mother Nature. It was truly an amazing evening watching the sun set over the peaks, the clouds billowing beneath us and the display of colours. It was magical. Jorge was a great driver. Super nice. :-)
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Janine_w
Oct 24, 2025
Sunset tour - This trip was absolutely stunning. It’s a must do for people who travel to Madeira. The clouds were right under us and we got to watch the sun drop into the clouds.
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Ariol_t
Oct 24, 2025
A must do experience - The driver was very nice. He explained things as being the perfect guide. It was such a great experience
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Geraldine_c
Oct 13, 2025
Amazing must do tour - Great experience, I did this twice with this same company, great communication throughout. Filipe our driver was very knowledgeable and even shared some tips for other good walks in the area, highly recommend this tour with this company to other travellers.
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Tina_g
Nov 25, 2025
I got a message from the... - I got a message from the person who organized this tour saying I’d be picked up between 9:30-9:40 and the driver picked me up around 9:45. It was a given since they have to pick up others along the way. It was a total of 8 people. The guide dropped us off at the entrance of Pico and we hiked until the end of the trail (the rest was closed). It was beautiful but crowded at the top with everyone taking photos and flying their drones but it was worth it. I doubt I could drive this road on my own so having a driver definitely helped.
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Christine_k
Nov 20, 2025
The tour itself would... - The tour itself would have been great but the weather didn't cooperate. Jonas our guide was very friendly and accommodating. I would only recommend this tour if the mountain isn't covered in clouds
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Resi_f
Jan 19, 2026
Miserable trip and also without a guide - It was very disappointing. We had booked a sunset with guide. We didn't see the guide. 15 euros pp paid for nothing. We didn't see anything else. It was very cloudy, cold and it was raining heavily. Walking to starway to haeven was very dangerous. We didn't see the sun go down. Even the driver apologized for the disappointing trip.
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From $52
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).