Madeira Peaks - Mountain Walk
Overview
This is as good as it gets! This walk will give you a more complete picture of the real beauty of this island. Rock formations seem to want to reach heaven like giant sculptures. Throughout the entire tour the views are simply breathtaking. A profusion of unique plants make this place their natural habitat. In springtime these plants proudly dress themselves in a myriad of colours, displaying their fragile flowers for all to see.
Near Pico Ruivo we walk through the oldest heather forest. These ancient trees are many hundreds of years old and were already there when Zarco discovered and landed on the island for the first time. Pico Ruivo (the highest point on the island) is only a footstep away – be delighted and amazed with the magnificent views over the island.
A fascinating walk with breathtaking landscapes designed for true explorers!
What's Included
- Hotel (or pre-arranged meeting point) pickup and drop-off in Funchal
- 10 Km Mountain walking tour
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks
- Nature fees must be paid on the day of the walk to Lido Tours. In case of cancellation, this fee is non-refundable according to the conditions of the regional government.
Meeting and Pickup
Pickups from selected hotels in Funchal, Câmara de Lobos and Caniço is available wherever possible.Note that some hotels do not allow for easy access or parking. On those cases we'll send you an alternative pickup point close to your hotel.For hotels in the Lido area, we'll kindly ask customers to meet us at our office in at Monumental Lido.Please make sure to check your e-mail, SMS or WhatsApp for pickup messages or reminders from our staff the day before your tour.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
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Pico do Arieiro
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Pico Ruivo
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Vereda do Pico Ruivo
2 hours Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Not recommended for people people with fear of heights/vertigo.
- Sports shoes with a good grip or hiking boots.
- Clients must be prepared for all situations due to changing weather conditions.
- If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- It's mandatory to arrange a small picnic to carry with you along the day (you won't find anywhere else to buy food during the walk).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madeira Peaks – Mountain Walk?
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Activity code: C-23651P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Hotel (or pre-arranged meeting point) pickup and drop-off in Funchal.
- 10 Km Mountain walking tour.
- Professional guide.
- Food and drinks.
- Nature fees must be paid on the day of the walk to Lido Tours. In case of cancellation, this fee is non-refundable according to the conditions of the regional government.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Madeira Peaks - Mountain Walk is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira Peaks – Mountain Walk will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Hotel (or pre-arranged meeting point) pickup and drop-off in Funchal
- 10 Km Mountain walking tour
- Professional guide
- Food and drinks
- Nature fees must be paid on the day of the walk to Lido Tours. In case of cancellation, this fee is non-refundable according to the conditions of the regional government.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair.
- A moderate amount of walking is involved.
- Not recommended for people people with fear of heights/vertigo.
- Sports shoes with a good grip or hiking boots.
- Clients must be prepared for all situations due to changing weather conditions.
- If canceled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- It's mandatory to arrange a small picnic to carry with you along the day (you won't find anywhere else to buy food during the walk).
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers
