Sunset at Pico do Arieiro with Optional Stairway to Heaven Hike

Watch the sunset from Pico do Arieiro, Madeira’s third-highest peak, at 1,818 metres above sea level. Enjoy the changing colours above the clouds and surrounding mountains in a shared small-group experience. SUNSET STAIRWAY + MEETING POINT Lower-cost option with pickup and drop-off from one of 5 fixed meeting points across Funchal and Garajau. SUNSET STAIRWAY + HOTEL PICKUP Includes pickup and drop-off from eligible accommodations in Funchal and Caniço. At checkout, select “I’ll decide later” and add your hotel name/address in Special Requirements. Both options include the same sunset experience and the optional self-guided Stairway to Heaven walk of around 2.4 km round trip, subject to trail access and conditions. Sunset views depend on weather and visibility and cannot be guaranteed. If Pico do Arieiro conditions are unsuitable, another appropriate viewpoint may be used. Warm clothing and suitable footwear are recommended.

Meeting point

Meet outside Garajau Madeira Hotel at the main roadside entrance on Estrada do Garajau. Please wait by the hotel entrance and remain visible to the driver.

Pickup

Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.

Ticket type

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Group size

Up to 15 travellers

Operated by

Charismatic Mountain

• Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Sunset Stairway + Meeting Point: pickup and drop-off from one of 5 fixed meeting points across Funchal and Garajau.
• Sunset Stairway + Hotel Pickup: pickup and drop-off from eligible accommodations in Funchal and Caniço. For hotel pickup, select “I’ll decide later” at checkout and enter your hotel name and address in Special Requirements.
• 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.
• Weather, limited visibility, or use of an alternative viewpoint do not automatically qualify for a refund if the main tour operates.
• The optional Stairway to Heaven walk is self-guided and subject to official access, trail conditions, weather and availability on the day. Any required official trail/access fees are not included.
• This walk is not guaranteed and is not required in order to enjoy the sunset visit. Inability to complete the optional walk does not automatically qualify for a refund if the main tour operates.