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Pico do Arieiro Sunset Transfer with Optional Stairway Hike

3 hours and 30 minutes

Easy

Experience one of Madeira’s most memorable sunsets with this great-value shared transfer to Pico do Arieiro, one of the island’s most breathtaking mountain viewpoints. This option uses fixed meeting points only, with no hotel pickup or drop-off included.

If trail access is open and conditions allow, you may choose to do the optional self-guided Stairway to Heaven walk. The walk is approximately 2.4 km in total and is not guided, so suitable footwear and care on the trail are recommended.

We normally go to Pico do Arieiro, but if weather or visibility conditions are not favourable, an alternative viewpoint may be used to provide the best possible sunset experience. Please bring warm clothing, as summit temperatures can be much lower than in Funchal. Toilet facilities may be limited. Return departure is around 30 minutes after sunset.
What's included?
    Driver
    Shared sunset experience at Pico do Arieiro
    Optional self-guided Stairway to Heaven walk, subject to trail access and conditions
    Shared transfer from selected meeting point
    Return transfer to the same meeting point
    Exclusions
      Hotel pickup and drop-off are not included
      Guided hiking service
      Food and drinks
      Official trail/access fees, if applicable-
      Please note
        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Not stroller accessible
        • Not suitable for pets
        • No public transportation nearby
        • Infants must not sit on laps
        • Infant seats unavailable
        • Not recommended for people with heart conditions
        • This option uses fixed meeting points only. Hotel pickup and hotel drop-off are not included.
        • Please bring warm clothing and suitable footwear. Mountain temperatures can be much lower than in Funchal.
        • Mountain weather can change quickly, and clear views, sunset colours or visibility cannot be guaranteed. The tour normally operates when access is open and conditions are safe. If conditions at Pico do Arieiro are not favourable, an alternative viewpoint such as Palheiro or another suitable location may be used. The optional Stairway to Heaven walk is self-guided and subject to official access rules, trail conditions, weather, visibility and availability on the day. Any required trail/access fees are not included. This walk is not guaranteed and is not required in order to enjoy the sunset visit. Weather, limited visibility, use of an alternative viewpoint, or inability to do the optional walk do not automatically qualify for a refund if the main tour operates
        • Return departure is normally around 30 minutes after sunset. If you choose the optional self-guided walk, the recommended turnaround point is the Stairway to Heaven / Miradouro da Pedra Rija viewpoint. Please do not continue further along the trail, as this may make it impossible to return to the vehicle on time. If you realise you may be late, please contact the driver or our team immediately by phone or message. The vehicle cannot wait indefinitely for late guests, as this would affect other travellers. Guests who are not back at the agreed return time may need to arrange their own return.
        What to bring