FUNCHAL · ON FOOT
The trails worth the airfare.
The 15 most popular funchal hikes. The trails that draw the most hikers, with the distance, the time on your feet, the cost and who guides them.
Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro toward Pico Ruivo, ending at Achada do Teixeira, with door-to-door transfer from Funchal.
Most Popular“Very good. Updates were great and driver was really helpful good local knowledge 10/10”
Hike Madeira’s highest peaks at sunrise with door-to-door transfer from Funchal or Caniço and clear route instructions.
“A must do in Madeira! The hike itself was fantastic and we were lucky to have perfect weather conditions. Communication ahead of the day waa fanastic and our driver Nuno was great and gave clear instructions on what to do on the day, and was punctual. would highly recommend the sunrise hike!”
Self-guided PR1/PR3 hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with door-to-door transfer from Funchal and Caniço.
Self-guided PR8 hike on Madeira’s east coast. Ocean views, north-and-south panoramas, and pickup/drop-off from Funchal and nearby areas.
“The 6am start was good for skipping the crowds and seeing a beautiful sunrise. Pedro was a excellent driver with good knowledge about the hike.”
Hike Madeira’s PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde with a small-group transfer. Pickup in Funchal, Caniço or Garajau, tunnels, waterfalls.
“Great communication from the company and our driver Vitor, who explained everything we needed to know about the hike very well. The hike was beautiful!”
Sunrise self-guided hike from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro with pickup/drop-off, flexible pacing, and PR1/PR3 mountain scenery.
“We were very lucky as we have seen the sunrise ! :) The guide - Filipe was very knowledgeable, great food and drink recommendations:) He explained all in a very clear manner.”
Full-day hike from Funchal to Ponta de São Lourenço and Caniçal: volcanic cliffs, Desertas views, and a swim in clear water.
“This is an amazing hike. I would include it to the top 3 trips to do in Madeira. The views are extremely beautiful! Unfortunately, I don’t see it on the list of the most trendy trips, but it should definitely be there! Amazing views, relaxing hike with very pleasing challenges and an opportunity to swim…”
Hike Madeira’s Rabacal Valley to the 25 Fountains, led by a local guide through UNESCO laurel forest, levadas, and an 800m tunnel.
“Amazing trip beautiful 25 fountains, Beautiful place, our guide very helpful friendly funny man Just go and you will not regret even for a second”
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, then PR1 Stairway to Heaven and PR3 Donkey Trail with lunch and optional Monte toboggan drop-off.
Sunrise hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup, a small group of 8, and an expert guide in Madeira.
“We did a different hike (Larano) as PR1 was closed. Still it was a very nice experience, easy hike with amazing views! Our guide and driver were both very friendly”
Guided 10-km levada hike from Funchal past waterfalls and mountain lakes, with optional Lagoa Dona Beha swim and panoramic views.
Self-guided PR6 and PR6.1 hike from Rabaçal with pickup from Funchal, a map briefing, and big waterfall-and-levada views.
“Everything was as described, information and travel arrangements by the company were clear and on time, some parts of the walk were very steep but plenty of time to finish.”
A self-guided Porto da Cruz to Machico hike with easy coastal views, mountain scenery, and Hugo’s pickup plus WhatsApp support.
Self-guided Caldeirão Verde levada hike in Madeira with shuttle from Funchal. Tunnel views, waterfall payoff, WiFi, small group, 4.5€ entry.
“Even though i had a rental car at my disposal i am really satisfied from being brought up and down again after the trip. Vitor was driving calmly, safely and had an excellent playlist to go with the ride.”
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, a quick photo stop at Miradouro do Guindaste, and the self-guided Vereda do Larano hike.
“It’s the hardest walk I have ever done but worth the trip. The sunrise was unbelievable but the walk was very hard but worth it”
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