Areeiro Achada

On this amazing sunrise tour, it is a small group guided walk, Maximum 8 travellers, an amazing experience to see the day starting on the more amazing sunrise spots, often above the clouds. Beating away the big groups, we will have the mountain to ourselves

Walk from Pico do Areeiro to the top of Madeira Island in a hiking tour full of emotion and marvellous landscapes.

Two in one: Sunrise and Hike. It is an excursion that includes the sunrise, (optional) and a walk between the peaks (Areeiro to Ruivo), then we walk another 2.5 km to Achada do Teixeira where we will take the transfer, in a total of 10 km. With the particularity of starting early before large groups, so it is a quiet walk with few people on the trail, the best way to calmly observe all the natural beauty of this route, fauna and flora, central mountain massif, history and customs, and much more . Private groups up to 4 people. Included; Certified mountain guide, insurance, transport and Turismo de Portugal License 467/22. It usually starts at 06:00 am, if the option is just to do the walk without sunrise, it starts at 08:30 am.

We provide the most economical and reliable touristic bus tour service between Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro. Our driver is fluent in English and during the journey provides some interesting facts about the island. We provide a service that allows hikers to plan their return beforehand and in a safe and way.

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.

This walk starts at Pico do Areeiro, at approximately 1818 meters above sea level and we make our way to the highest point of Madeira, Pico Ruivo, around 1861 meters. It is possible to witness panoramic views of Madeira over the central mountain range that are absolutely breathtaking. This is the only known breeding site in the world of Zino’s petrel (Pterodroma madeira), an endemic species considered to be the most endangered seabird of Europe. In this area, the vegetation of altitude is predominant, mainly of Centenary endemic Urzes; these large trees predate Madeira’s discovery. To reach Pico Ruivo, 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. Near the Pico Ruivo shelter, we take footpath, which leads to Achada do Teixeira, where we finish our journey.

Sustainable transfer between Pico do Areeiro and Achada do Teixeira, ideal for PR 1 and PR 1.2. Fast and economical transfer between Pico do Areeiro and Achada do Teixeira. Ease your PR 1 and PR 1.2 hike with our sustainable and economical transfer. Transfer between Pico do Areeiro and Achada do Teixeira, ensuring practical and sustainable mobility. Convenient and sustainable transfer between Pico do Areeiro and Achada do Teixeira.

Welcome to our Mountain Self-Guide Hike, where you can experience the beauty of a mountain and hike at your own pace. Our transfer service begins bright and early, with pickups starting from 9 a.m. We'll pick you up from your location and transfer you to Pico Ruivo at Achada da Taxeira carpark. You'll start your self-guided hike from PICO RUIVO towards PICO DO AREEIRO. Once you've completed your hike, our driver will be waiting to transport you back to Funchal, ensuring a comfortable and convenient return journey. at 4-5pm Join our Mountain hike self-guide and let us take care of the logistics while you focus on enjoying the majestic Mountains and the freedom of hiking at your own pace. ( you can use the this reservation to one way to hike, but you still need to buy complete ticket. You will be classified as a no-show on return.)

This is a shared tour, small group max 9 people that takes you to Pico Areeiro, one of the best spots in Madeira for sunrise. Here we will stop for 2h30/3 hours and the guests can see the sunrise and hike the stairway to heaven and back. After the driver will be waiting to bring you back to hotel.

The hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo and down to Achada do Teixeira is one of Madeira’s most spectacular high-altitude walks. It’s a demanding trek, suited for those in good physical condition, offering dramatic views of volcanic landscapes and sweeping vistas. The path, while challenging, rewards hikers with breathtaking scenes from Madeira’s highest peaks, making it a must-do for adventurous spirits seeking to experience the island’s majestic heights.

You can see the wonderful landscapes composed by imposing mountains and peaks of the island, such as Pico das Torres and Pico do Areeiro. Moreover, in this landscape full of mountains, sea and populations, it is still possible to distinguish the rock of Penha dÁguia and the tip of São Lourenço. Arriving at Pico Ruivo, hikers can marvel themselves with the magnificent scenery that surrounds them. Look at the magnitude of the peaks, the villages and their agricultural land, sea and clouds. Enjoy the feeling of greatness that this place delivers! • Distance: 5.4 Km  • Duration 1 to 3 hours • It includes: Path, Birds, Viewpoint, Fauna