Madeira Sunset or Sunrise at Pico and PR1 Stairway To Heaven
- 4 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Join us on an unforgettable evening adventure to witness one of Madeira’s most breathtaking Sunset from the heights of Pico do Arieiro. We’ll start by picking you up from your accommodation in Funchal, Caniço or Câmara de Lobos (city center) Then, we continue the journey to the majestic Pico do Arieiro, Madeira’s third-highest peak. Here, you’ll experience part of the famous PR1 trail,(Self-Guided) walking approximately 1.2 km each way (1h30m), leading you to the incredible Ninho da Manta Viewpoint and the renowned “Stairway to Heaven”. As the day ends, prepare to be amazed by the colors of the sunset painting the sky and mountains in golden tones. After soaking in this magical moment for about 30 minutes, we’ll comfortably return to your accommodation. An evening you will never forget – join us for this unique sunset experience! For Sunrise please select 5.45AM option For Sunset please select 4/6PM option The 11.30AM doesn't include sunset but includes a stop on a Viewpoint
Inclusions
What's included
- Driver
- Briefing before the hike
- Pick up and Drop off in your accommodation
What's not
- Bottled water
- Snacks
- Meals
- You can book at Simpifica Portal (official website)/ We can book it for you ( you can pay on the day)
Itinerary
We’ll start by picking you up from your accommodation in Funchal, Caniço, or Câmara de Lobos (city center). From there, we’ll make our way to the breathtaking Pico do Arieiro, where dramatic mountain peaks rise above the clouds
Stepping out at Pico do Arieiro feels like entering another world — towering ridges, endless valleys, and the ever-changing play of light and shadow create a view you’ll carry with you long after the trip ends
Your adventure continues with a scenic hike to the Ninho da Manta viewpoint, where sweeping views reveal the raw beauty of Madeira’s central mountains. On the route, you’ll cross the iconic “Stairway to Heaven”, a perfect picture spot where the horizon blends seamlessly with the sky
Back to Pico do Arieiro, you’ll settle in to watch one of the most breathtaking Sunsets on the island. The mountains fade into soft silhouettes while the sun slowly sinks beyond the horizon and the sky explodes in color, a sight you’ll remember forever.
Your tour ends with a comfortable drop-off at your accommodation, where you can rest and relive the highlights of a truly remarkable day in Madeira
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
4.9
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Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is included for everyone.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 8 travellers
- Operated by
- Hiking Transfers
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- People afraid of heights
How it compares in Funchal
- Its from-price is 52% below the median of the 655 experiences we list in Funchal.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 46 of 655.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Funchal
Funchal is the capital of Madeira, a Portuguese island in the Atlantic, set on steep green hills with flower-filled gardens and a seafront old town.
Funchal spreads up a steep hillside above a natural harbour on Madeira's south coast. The old town, the Zona Velha, has narrow lanes with painted doors and small restaurants, and the cathedral dates from around 1500. The Mercado dos Lavradores sells tropical fruit, fish and flowers in a hall decorated with blue tiles. A cable car climbs from the harbourfront to Monte, high above.
Top-ranked sights in Funchal: Sé Cathedral of Funchal, Church of Our Lady of Monte (Igreja de Nossa Senhora do Monte), Madeira Botanical Gardens.
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