Pico do Arieiro sunset tour
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Pico do Arieiro sunset tour

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£39.00
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Language: English, Spanish, Portuguese
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 hours 30 minutes
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Guided tour
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Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll witness a stunning sunset from Madeira's third-highest peak
  • It's a chance to experience Pico do Arieiro without typical crowds
  • There's a visit to the iconic Stairway to Heaven viewpoint
  • The tour takes you to an altitude of 1,818 metres
What to expect

Witness the captivating sunset from Madeira's third-highest peak on a shared tour to Pico do Arieiro. You'll be taken to an altitude of 1,818 metres, where you can observe the sun setting in one of the island's most picturesque locations. Watch as shades of orange, pink, and red paint the sky above the clouds.

The tour includes the option to visit the Stairway to Heaven, also known as Miradouro da Pedra Rija. This iconic viewpoint provides a unique perspective of Pico do Arieiro. To make the most of this optional excursion, it's recommended to set off promptly upon arrival, allowing time to explore and return before darkness falls.

This experience offers the opportunity to visit this beautiful location without the typical crowds found at Pico do Arieiro.

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What's included
  • check Guided tour
  • check Roundtrip transportation
  • check Hotel pick-up and drop-off
What's not included
  • x_not_included PR1 Stairway to Heaven fee (optional)
Where
Meeting point:
Pick-up and drop-off are included for hotels in Funchal. Please indicate the name and address of your hotel at checkout.
What to remember

Know in advance:

  • The tour takes place rain or shine. If the weather/visibility conditions at the top are not good enough to watch the sunset, the locations will be changed to try to get a sunset view. You'll always be taken to Pico do Arieiro unless the road is closed or there is a red alert for weather conditions
  • There are no refunds in case of bad weather conditions. If there are sudden weather changes in the mountains, you'll be offered an alternative location
  • You'll return 30 minutes after sunset, so please be on time (the driver will always inform you of the departure time from Pico do Arieiro)
  • The PR1 walk is optional, only if you wish to do the Stairway to Heaven (PR1 ) portion of the walk
  • You can enjoy Pico do Arieiro without the visit to PR1 by exploring many of its other free spots
  • The transfer will normally bring you to Pico do Arieiro unless the road is closed or an official red weather alert is in place
  • If conditions at the summit are unsuitable, an alternative viewpoint may be used where appropriate
  • No refunds are issued due to weather or limited visibility
  • The Stairway to Heaven visit is optional and self-guided; the walk spans approximately 2.4 km in total
  • The return transfer departs around 30 minutes after sunset, so guests choosing the optional walk must return on time
  • Toilets and restaurants at Pico do Arieiro may be closed after 18:00
  • Please respect nature, follow park rules, and be considerate of other guests
  • Guests should remain reachable by phone in case of delays or operational updates

Remember to bring:

  • Suitable footwear and warm clothing are recommended
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Provider
Charismatic Mountain Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.