Portugal · Trekking

Pico Arieiro To Pico Ruivo/With Trail entry Fee Included PR 1 + 1.2

8 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Caniço. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Hike between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, two of Madeira’s highest peaks
02 Enjoy panoramic views across Madeira’s central massif
03 Walk a dramatic mountain route with tunnels, steep climbs, and descents
04 See striking rock formations and cloud-covered ridgelines
05 Look out for regional birdlife along the trail
06 Trail entry fee included

Take on one of Madeira’s most iconic mountain hikes as you travel between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, two of the island’s highest peaks. This dramatic route crosses the central massif and rewards walkers with sweeping views, striking rock formations, mountain tunnels, and a landscape that often shifts between clear panoramas and cloud-covered ridgelines.

Along the way, you may spot birdlife native to the region, while the trail itself offers a memorable mix of ascents, descents, and unforgettable scenery. Your trail entry fee is included, making this a straightforward way to experience one of Madeira’s standout trekking routes.

Please note that if the track is closed due to landslides, other natural factors, or safety reasons, the route may be partially or completely diverted to an alternative path.

Take on one of Madeira’s most iconic mountain hikes as you travel between Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo, two of the island’s highest peaks.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 8 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access No

Languages English, Portuguese, Spanish

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pico do Arieiro

O Pico do Areeiro é um pico situado na ilha da Madeira. Com 1818 metros de altitude, é o terceiro pico mais alto da ilha.

Do Pico do Areeiro avistam-se outros locais da ilha, como a Ponta de São Lourenço, o Curral das Freiras e até mesmo a ilha do Porto Santo (caso as condições meteorológicas sejam favoráveis). Durante o inverno o pico e as áreas circundantes podem encontrar-se cobertas com neve, sendo por isso alvo de visitas por parte dos habitantes e turistas.

Day 02

Pico Ruivo

O Pico Ruivo, no concelho de Santana na ilha da Madeira, é com os seus 1862 metros de altitude, a terceira montanha mais alta de Portugal e a mais alta do arquipélago da Madeira.

Este caminho desenrola-se pelas imensas e grandiosas montanhas da Ilha da Madeira. Ao longo do percurso, é possível apreciar as maravilhosas paisagens compostas pelas formidáveis formações rochosas, por vezes cobertas pelas nuvens e, aqui e ali uma povoação se avista ao longe.

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Entrance fee

Know before you go

INFANTS MUST SIT ON LAPS
INFANT SEATS AVAILABLE
Not wheelchair accessible
Not stroller accessible
Not suitable for pets
No public transportation nearby
If the route is closed due to landslides, other natural factors, or safety reasons, the hiking route may be partially or fully diverted to an alternative path
Children over 5 years
** IMPORTANT NOTICE REGARDING PICK-UPS **
Please note that pick-ups are available from Funchal city centre and the main tourist area. We also provide pick-up from hotels in Caniço de Baixo and Garajau. If your accommodation is not within these areas, we will direct you to the nearest meeting point in Funchal.

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