Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven
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Overview
Admire the sunset from Madeira's third-highest peak on a shared tour from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro. enjoy Pico do Arieiro without big crowds. You have the option to go on a self guided hike to the Stairway to Heaven and Ninho da Manta (roughly 2.4 km total with return) Following pickup at your hotel, we head towards Pico do Arieiro at an altitude of 1,818 meters where you can enjoy the sun setting in one of the island's most beautiful settings. Before settling into your ideal viewing spot, enjoy the lovely scenery of Pico do Arieiro and then enjoy the sunset. Weather conditions can change very quickly so we are not responsible for weather changes, please check forecasts before booking. The PR1 walk is NOT mandatory and it is OPTIONAL only , so the fees on our excluded section are not obligatory, only if you wish to do the stairway to heaven (PR1 ) you can explore many of it's other free spots. Pre registration can be done at the government's official website - Simplifica website
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Sunset Tour with optional Walk
Transport ONLY: This option allows you to see the sunset and walk to the stairway to heaven (optional). We leave 30 minutes after the sunsetDuration: 3 hours: This duration includes driving from pickup from your accomodation and return from Pico do Arieiro.Pickup included
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$53.75
Ticket Information
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
What's Included
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide/Driver Included
- Pickup and Drop off from Accomodation/Hotel (C.Lobos (center only) ) Funchal and Caniço
What's not Included
- Pickup and drop off outside our pickup area
- PR1 walking fee (3 to 4.5€ per person until may 2026) 7 to 10.5€ after may 2026)
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please be in time back at the car as we leave 30 minutes after the sunset, any disregard of others or bad behaviour will not be tolerated
- The walking to Stairway to Heaven viewpoint is optional and Self guided so please be cautious and respect the appropriate trails and guidelines
- We recommend having a meal before the Tour as restaurants will be closed by the time we arrive to Pico do Arieiro
- This tour will take place rain or shine. If the weather/visibility conditions at the top are not good enough to explore the peaks ( torrential rain) we will change locations in order to try to get a view of the sunset. But we will always drive to pico do arieiro unless the road is closed or if there is a red alert for weather.
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