Hiking · MADEIRA
Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 madeira hiking tours justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing.
Review of Madeira’s guided Pico Arieiro and Pico Ruivo hike, including route changes, fitness demands, transport, guides, views, and value.
“Sergio was great guide, pointing things out to us along the way. Spectacular views, gorgeous plants and nature. Well worth it .”
Review of Madeira’s 25 Fontes and Risco Levada hike, with early pickups, self-guided walking, waterfalls, costs, tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Great walk. Transport arrangements worked very well. Thanks to all”
Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro sunrise hike transfer, with route details, trail closures, timing, value, and practical tips.
“Was a really good trip. Unfortunately the weather wasn’t on our side so couldn’t see the sunrise however the rest of the walk was great!”
Review of Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde hike, with shared transfers, tunnel tips, costs, fitness advice, timing, and practical booking guidance.
“A beautiful location and worth the visit. it's very busy with narrow paths so expect to be polite and share the space. The driver was incredible, super friendly and helpful. Would definitely book again thank yoooouuuu, obrigada”
Catch Madeira’s sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, visit Guindaste’s glass platform, and hike the scenic Larano coast for $53.
“Luck was on our side and we saw the sunrise! Instructions on the pickup and hike were very clear. The coffee stop was also very appreciated!”
Review of Madeira’s Pico Ruivo sunrise hike, with hotel pickup, starry skies, a small group, guide, tea, and practical trail advice.
“Carlos was a great and caring driver and guide, extremely friendly and hospitable. Although we couldn't sea the sunrise because of a sudden change in weather, it was an unforgettable experience”
Review of Madeira’s Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo hike, with shared transfers, route details, costs, fitness advice, and practical tips.
“The driver Radko was attentive and kind. The trail from Pico Arieiro to the Funchal Ecological Park was tiring but totally worth it. Each landscape takes your breath away. I highly recommend it.”
Review of Madeira’s sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo, with small-group transfers, route advice, costs, and practical tips.
“Renato was a fantastic guide. knowledgeable, funny, and always ready to meet our requests. Highly recommend!”
Review of Madeira’s Larano Cliff hike from Machico to Porto da Cruz, with ocean views, guide insight, pickup details, difficulty, and value.
“This is a great hike. It has everything from farming to plant life and scenery that is breathtaking The guide Charlotte was great , knowledgeable, engaging and her enthusiasm about showing off all the different aspects of the island was amazing. Well worth the trip and highly recommended. A mention to our driver also who has to wait for us at the end while we quenched our thirst.”
Review of Madeira’s 25 Fountains hike, with Risco Waterfall, Laurissilva Forest, levadas, transport details, difficulty, and practical tips.
“Great from start to finish. Guide was able to tell us a lot about the area, environment and history. Even took us an additional 2km route which was not included in the itinerary”
Review of Madeira’s 25 Fontes hike, with waterfalls, levadas, Laurisilva forest, transport tips, costs, difficulty, and guide details.
“We had a great experience with Magno! He provided a through tour and is very knowledgable (particularly about fruit and trees). He was very patient with all members of the tour! We would highly recommend him to anyone.”
Review of Madeira’s Rabaçal 25 Fontes transfer, with pickup details, trail advice, tunnel tips, timing, value, and who should book.
“definately worth doing if you have a rainy day, was so much fun and beautiful waterfalls. highly recommend”
Review of Madeira’s Caldeirão Verde hike through Queimadas Park, with tunnel tips, transport advice, difficulty, value, and booking guidance.
“An enjoyable walk but it took 2 half hrs to arrive at the walk/starting point and not enough emphasis on equipment (Torch) which is vital when walking though the dark low tunnels. Disappointed when we thought we had returned to the starting point (8 miles) but then had too walk a further mile and a quarter to catch the buse which had orginally dropped as at the starting point earlier in the day. Then to be taken to a village which we didn't know about when all we wished to do is go back to our hotel and shower/rest. This was an unnessary addition too a very long day. Not…”
Explore Madeira’s Fanal Forest on a guided hike among ancient trees, misty views, volcanic scenery, and quiet north coast lookouts.
“Ik kan allen maar enthousiast zijn. Over de gids: hij deed het super rustig, iedereen kon zijn tijd nemen met het nemen van foto's. Hij waarschuwde iedere keer weer als het sliplerig kon zijn. Hij vertelde veel tijdens de rit ernaar toe. Stopte op deze fantastische stop waar je onder de rots doorloopt. Vooral de rust en de tijd die je kreeg om te lopen en te kijken met de informatie die hij gaf waren TOP. Het was mijn beste laatste dag in Madeira!”
Review of Madeira Trail Tours’ private hiking day, with UNESCO forest, levadas, coast trails, hotel pickup, and custom routes for $76.
“Dino is absolutely wonderful. what a superb driver and guide. he offers the perfect balance of information whilst guiding. if coming to Madeira you'll be very lucky to have met Dino and his brilliant company. book it now, 5 stars”
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