Pico Areeiro to Ruivo: Madeira's Skyward Trek

Experience hassle-free transport from Funchal to Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo. Enjoy the trail with ease and local expertise.

Duration: 6 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights

Embark on a journey to Pico do Areeiro, the starting point of one of Madeira’s most renowned hikes. From this location, begin the self-guided trail to Achada do Teixeira, traversing some of the island’s most breathtaking mountain landscapes, including the Ninho da Manta, the famous “Stairway to Heaven,” and Pico Ruivo, the highest peak in Madeira.
As you…

What's Included
  • Bottled water
What's Not Included
  • Tip
  • Entrance fee on the route
Additional Information

Now, completing the entire track is achievable, and the experience is truly remarkable. The hike between Pico do Areeiro and Pico Ruivo offers breathtaking views, including the renowned Stairway to Heaven. Along the route, hikers can enjoy magnificent viewpoints and, with some luck, walk above the clouds. Madeira’s highest peaks reveal themselves in all…

Cancellation Policy

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

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986katharinar
Mar 31, 2026
Great experience - Our driver Fabio picked us up at the hotel, before he sent us a picture of the car and communicated/ confirmed his arriving time once more. We were super happy with the great communication during the day. Everything went smoothly and we had a wonderful day exploring the two peaks.
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749aidanl
Mar 12, 2026
Peaks of Madeira Hike - I had a great experience with this company. Our driver, Fabio, was punctual and arrived exactly on time for the pickup at my hotel. He brought us to the first hiking route and took the time to clearly explain the trail and what we could expect. After the hike, he picked us up at the exact time we agreed on and drove us to the second route. Again, he took the time to explain everything well and made sure we knew where to go. He was also perfectly on time for the final pickup. Overall, it was an amazing and very well-organized experience. Highly recommended!
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360remil
Dec 31, 2025
Excellent driver to take you to and from the nice places. - Easy going, on-time communication, good driver. Great Indy-pop playlist during the trip. Friendly host that knows his facts about the trails.
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Luigimg7052be
Dec 30, 2025
nice experience, unfortunately very often there is fog at altitude - vitor is a cautious auteur They made him do an extra service during the 2 hours scheduled x get on and off Pico Ruivo and then I waited for his return x half, hour In the meantime, fortunately, I had other clothes and could take off my wet clothes at the shelter where in the meantime I drank a hot coffee
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Jorgers248rj
Dec 29, 2025
Great experience and support - Excellent experience and great views. The Levadas in and out and in particular with Vítor expertize, calmness and advices were essential for the overall experience. It made possible a very easy going passage between all places we visited and enjoy it fully
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Jo_obernardod2023
Nov 22, 2025
Best trip in Madeira - Amazing experience, the only company that was able to provide a trip to both peaks on the same day. Excellent service! Totally recommend.
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951piiaw
Nov 17, 2025
Best way to see the top peaks - Driver was very professional and gave us good instructions for the hikes. Communication was easy and effortless. Grate recommendations!
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Myajane
Nov 4, 2025
Great way to experience Madeira - Loved these hikes - so great to have the transfer to be able to do both (as middle section closed). Vitor was our driver and he was great! Such a nice guy and really good driver - felt safe! Highly recommend! Also did PR9 with this company (and Vitor) - again great hike!
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Sandratq754xo
Aug 31, 2025
Transfer to PR1.2 - Really good and reliable transports. Our driver was really helpful and everything went smooth. The driver was easy to communicate with.
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52allisonb
Aug 14, 2025
Great time. Great people. - Great experience. Everything went fantastic and was really happy to find this company. Such a friendly driver (and group). Good option especially for solo hikers.
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From $59
up to 6 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).