Self Guided Hiking - Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk from mountain to mountain on a hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo. Walk at your own pace with total freedom as you enjoy the fantastic views.
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What To Expect

We provide a different perspective on hiking: at your own rythym. With pick up and drop at your accommodation*, enjoy a Self Guided hike and visit the most famous walk in Madeira: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, for the sunrise or a later morning schedules. This hike is located between the highest mountains in Madeira (up to 1862 m) and incorporates the most incredible landscapes and scenaries.

Program:

The guests are picked up at their accommodation to join a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van), in direction to the 2nd highest mountain - Pico do Arieiro (beggining).
The hosts provide hike instructions and map explanation, with schedules. You will have 5 hours to go from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and then Achada do Teixeira (10 km). The pick up after the hike is at Achada do Teixeira (parking lot).

Hike:
- Duration: 5 hours
- Extension: 10 km
- Starting/Ending Point: Pico do Arieiro/Achada do Teixeira
- Max/Min Elevation: 1862/1548 m

Transfer:
- Capacity: 8 people
- From the city to Pico do Arieiro: average 1.5 hour
- From Achada do Teixeira to the city: average 1.5 hour
- *Pick up/Drop off limits: Funchal & Caniço areas ONLY

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Additional info
•  Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
•  Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
•  Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
•  Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Price:
From $36.52
Ticket:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
duration:
8 hours
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Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.