HIKING TRAVEL GUIDE
The trails worth the airfare.
The 15 most popular madeira levada & peak 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“The sunrise was amazing as we were very lucky with the weather. Both PR1 and PR3 hikes were beautiful! Pedro was a great driver and made sure we had all information for the hikes. Would recommend!”
Hike Madeira’s highest peaks at sunrise with door-to-door transfer from Funchal or Caniço and clear route instructions.
“It was great trip. Henrique was a great guide . He gave us all the information we need and much more. He was always on time. I can recommend this trip even thou it is very busy place.”
Guided 8-hour hike from Pico Arieiro toward Pico Ruivo, Madeira’s highest peak. Includes transfers, coffee stop, and safety-first guidance.
Self-guided PR1/PR3 hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo with door-to-door transfer from Funchal and Caniço.
Do 25 Fontes and Risco on Madeira with a self-guided levada hike, early-crowd-busting transfers, and forest-fee ticket.
“Perfekt experience with the 6:00 pick-up. We really did beat the crowds. Totally worth the early wake up.”
Sunrise hike transfer from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro and Pico Ruivo with small-group pickup, tunnel walks, and the Stairway to Heaven.
“The ride felt safe and we got clear instructions for the hikes. The views were great.”
Shared transfer and self-guided Levada Caldeirão Verde hike from Queimadas Park: shaded forest, waterfalls, and four tunnels for $39.
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, optional Stairs of Heaven, Guindaste glass platform, then the Larano coastal hike from Funchal.
Self-guided 25 Fontes and Risco Levada hike from Funchal with transfer, early crowd-avoidance timing, and Laurissilva scenery.
“Adriana was great- so attentive to everyone on the bus and passed on so much knowledge about the island. Beautiful walk but the government needs to look into putting toilet facilities at the start as after an hour bus journey there was nothing until you got to the cafe. The quality of the food and…”
Self-guided PR8 hike on Madeira’s east coast. Ocean views, north-and-south panoramas, and pickup/drop-off from Funchal and nearby areas.
“Great views and worth going prior to sunset. The crowds pick up after 9am. The hike can be completed in much less time than allotted though they plan for you to possibly go swimming, eat, etc. My tip is to start hiking as soon as you have light to avoid the traffic jams on the…”
A self-guided hike in Madeira’s Laurissilva at Caldeirão Verde, with shared pickup and a levada trail of waterfalls and ancient trees.
“The weather on the day wasn't great, however that made our walk even more interesting. We had to walk through multiple waterfalls and got wet through. but that was the most fun walk we've ever done. The driver Nuno was amazing, made our trip a lot more entertaining.”
Hike Madeira’s PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde with a small-group transfer. Pickup in Funchal, Caniço or Garajau, tunnels, waterfalls.
“I used this transfer for the PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde hike, and everything went great. The driver Vitor was very friendly and polite, and gave all the necessary information about the trail and what to expect. The ride was comfortable, and the whole process was smooth and well organized. The hike itself was absolutely…”
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, Guindaste glass platform, and a 7 km Larano coastal hike from Funchal in a small group.
“We experienced snow at Pico do Arieiro which was a fun surprise. The hike at Larano trail was beautiful. Definitely worth seeing with this company as you are taken all the way up to the beginning of the trail. Our guide, Roberto, was very friendly and informative. Highly recommend!”
Sunrise hike transfer from Pico do Arieiro in Madeira. Small-group van, PR1/PR3 trails, pickup from Funchal and Caniço, about 8 hours.
“It was amazing! Guide was so nice and all transportation on time. Nice tips and good, warm coffee before we set out to see the sunrise. Such a nice vibe and enjoyed this trip a lot!”
Sunrise self-guided hike from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro with pickup/drop-off, flexible pacing, and PR1/PR3 mountain scenery.
“This was a great group to book our transfer service with. Great communication leading up to our booking date and he was super clear with instructions for where to meet him at the bottom of P3 and it was a beautiful hike. Very conversational and made the ride up and down entertaining. We lucked out…”
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