Hiking · FUNCHAL
Good funchal hiking tours fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 15 to book early, what each includes, and how they differ once you are on the trail.
Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro sunrise hike, covering transfers, trail conditions, costs, fitness needs, weather, and practical tips.
“very nice trip to the mountains, with the possibility of seeing the sunrise.”
Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike, with shared transfers, route tips, costs, closures, fitness advice, and honest pros and cons.
“The trip was excellent , beautiful views and really peaceful. Filipe the guide was exceptional and a real credit to the company and the island! He had such a positive and helpful energy it really started the trip off well.”
Review of Madeira’s PR8 Ponta São Lourenço hike, including transfers, trail conditions, costs, timing, crowds, swimming, and practical tips.
“Excellent service. I booked less than 24h before. I reccomend the early start time as you get the trail to yourself mostly. Our driver was punctual, informative and helpful. Only took about 1.5 hours to complete the trail on the way out so had plenty of time to cover the side trails too!”
Review of Madeira’s PR9 Caldeirão Verde hike transfer, with route details, costs, tunnel tips, pickup advice, and help deciding if it suits you.
“Fabio our driver was very friendly, we got all the information we needed. It was a beautiful hike! Pickup times as scheduled. Glad i chose those guys for a second hike transfer already! I'd say it is a perfect way to get to your wanted destination especially when you are travelling on your own.”
Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro sunrise hike, with hotel transfers, trail advice, costs, weather tips, closures, and who should book.
“The pick up was on time, comfortable and our driver Pedro was super friendly! His navigations were clear”
Review of Madeira’s Ponta de São Lourenço hike from Funchal, with cliff views, swimming, transport details, guide tips, and honest value advice.
“it's our second tour with Rubi. She is great! We’ve done about 7 or 8 tours in Madeira, and almost all of them felt a bit rushed — not enough time to truly enjoy the scenery, take photos, or just pause and soak it all in. This tour was completely different. Everything was well-paced and comfortable, with enough time for breaks, taking in the views, and resting — especially important in the heat. We’re very grateful to our guide, Rubi, for that! Also, a tip: bring your swimsuits — you might need them!”
Explore Madeira’s 25 Fountains Levada on a guided hike through laurel forest, waterfalls, tunnels, and scenic Rabaçal Valley trails.
“Great hike!!!! Few uphills and downhills but moderate . Love love the hike!!!!! Mostly trails are covered with trees . Our guide and driver are amazing!! Friendly and pleasant !”
Watch sunrise above Madeira’s clouds, hike PR1 and PR3, meet donkeys, enjoy a café stop, and finish with optional Monte drop-off.
“Lovely day and trip to Pico Arieiro and the nearby area. It was not only a sunrise trip for us, but we also managed to enjoy stargazing as we arrived early and a clear sky permitted us to enjoy the stars. On our way up to the watch point, we had some coffee and biscuits that our guide kindly prepared for us 🤍 Being a sunny and clear day we had a chance to take in the most beautiful views while walking up to Pico Arieiro and hiking trail Stairway to Heaven. Information and advice from the guide helped us follow and navigate the path, and enjoy the nature on…”
Review of Madeira’s sunrise hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo, with small groups, hotel pickup, guides, weather plans, and practical tips.
“Unfortunately, I fell sick at the last noment and coudl not do this hike, however, i had the best experience with the tour group. They are very kind and professional. Given we were too late in our communication, we could not cancel the booking. Later, we were offered to join another group on another sunrise hike in the island without any extra charge. It was also very very cool and Nico n David took xare of organising the tour timely so we didn't miss our flight. I highly recommend this tour company their tours for exploring the island.”
Review of Madeira’s 10 km Lakes Levada hike from Funchal, with waterfalls, mountain swimming, forest views, guides, value, and practical tips.
“I did this trip with 2 kids, 8 and 11 years old. it was ok for them, they loved it. the views were amazing, the walk on the levada was mostly flat. we felt safe and it wasn't crowded. We highly recommand our guide, thank you Sarah!”
Review of Madeira’s self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco levada hike, with early pickup, trail advice, costs, route details, and practical tips.
“I chose to be picked-up at 6 A.M. and this is worth strong recommendation. Our driver, Pedro was very helpful. Instructed whole group about the hike. Starting as early is an absolute banger. You start when it is still dark, there are no people beside your small group, and while the sun is coming up, you follow this beautiful trail reaching the final point as the first ones during the day. You can go to two other PRs, what makes the tour even better. I highly recommend the tour, unbelivable experience.”
Review of Madeira’s self-guided Caldeirão Verde hike, with levadas, tunnels, waterfalls, transport details, costs, and practical tips.
“Very good experience. Our driver was on time, provided clear directions about the hike, and was helpful sharing information about Madeira.”
Watch sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, visit Madeira’s glass viewpoint, and hike the Larano coast with hotel transfers from Funchal.
“This trip was out of our expectations, despite limited hike posibility due to goverment decision to close the road, we were given even more thrilling alternative, that we have not heard about but was beyond beautiful and we would not have seen it alone. Ros was a perfect, dedicated and engaged guide and shared really nice things about the Island or Daily life. Highly recommended.”
Review of Madeira’s Stairway to Heaven and Larano hike, with cliff views, picnic, poncha, practical tips, price, and fitness advice.
“Excellent - gorgeous views and such lovely tour guides ☺️ would recommend!”
Review of Madeira’s private Gastro Hike: a quiet levada walk, local poncha, grilled espetada, hotel pickup, and practical booking advice.
“Great hike through lovely countryside. Claudio was an excellent guide. Authentic poncha and delicious beef skewers finished off a very enjoyable experience all round.”
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