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Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven

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Overview

Admire the sunset from Madeira's third-highest peak on a shared tour from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro. enjoy visiting Pico do Arieiro without the big crowds. You have the option to go on a self guided hike to the Stairway to Heaven and Ninho da Manta viewpoints (roughly 2.4 km total with return)

Following pickup at your accommodation, we head towards Pico do Arieiro at an altitude of 1,818 meters where you can enjoy the sun setting in one of the island's most beautiful settings. See shades of orange, pink, and red from above the clouds.

Before settling into your ideal viewing spot, enjoy the lovely scenery of Pico do Arieiro and then enjoy the sunset.

This is the one of the best ways to visit Pico do Arieiro and enjoy it's nature without overcrowded viewpoints. It's you and nature enjoying each other's company.
Be advised that the views won't always be clear and that changes to the program might have to be made in order to see the sunset as the walking is optional but no added fees

What's Included

  • Pickup and Drop off from Accomodation/Hotel (C.Lobos (center) Funchal, Santa Cruz, Machico(center) )
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide/Driver Included
  • Pickup and Drop off from Hotel (Calheta, Ponta do Sol, R.Brava, S. Vicente, Santana, Porto Moniz) )
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Please bring warm clothes or at least an extra coat just in case of cold in Pico do Arieiro Please advise us on any dietary restrictions when booking so we can adequately prepare.Guide will ask for your name and specify the tourPickups outside our pickup area will not have pickup included so please be advised as there might be extra fees if you wish to be picked up at your location

What To Expect

Pico do Arieiro

Highest viewpoint of the island reachable by car at 1818 metres of altitude or 6060 ft. We stay 1h30 minutes here and this can be spent visiting the popular viewpoints such as Stairway to Heaven (Miradouro Pedra Rija) and Ninho da Manta. We leave Pico do Arieiro 30 minutes after the sunset ( this time will be given to you by the guide on arrival at Pico do Arieiro) so we advise to plan your return to the car in order ot be back in time before departure (normally we recommend going immediately to the viewpoints such as stairway to heaven as the return from this viewpoint can take 30 to 40 minutes around 1.2 km walk)We also do the Sunset tour in Ponta do Pargo, the western tip of the island, especially if the weather in Pico do Arieiro isn’t ideal for the sunset for that particular day.
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1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro do Ninho da Manta

You can explore Pico do Arieiro as we will stay there for 1h30 minutes and this viewpoint is one of the spots you can visit. It is optional but included in our price
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Miradouro Pedra Rija

More known as Stairway to Heaven. You have the option to visit this viewpoint and enjoy some great views. If you plan on visiting this viewpoint we recommend good walking shoes and also to go there as soon as we arrive to pico do arieiro as the return can take 30 minutes or more and we leave 30 minutes after the sunset time ( this departure time will be given to you by the guide)
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Funchal

Transport from Funchal to Pico do Arieiro and from Pico do Arieiro to Funchal
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Please be in time back at the car as we leave 30 minutes after the sunset, any disregard of others or bad behaviour will not be tolerated
  • The walking to Stairway to Heaven viewpoint is optional and Self guided so please be cautious and respect the appropriate trails and guidelines
  • We recommend having a meal before the Tour as restaurants will be closed by the time we arrive to Pico do Arieiro

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. 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 (WEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.60 out of 5 stars based on 52 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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 (WEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Pickup and Drop off from Accomodation/Hotel (C.Lobos (center) Funchal, Santa Cruz, Machico(center) ).
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Guide/Driver Included.
The following is NOT included:
  • Pickup and Drop off from Hotel (Calheta, Ponta do Sol, R.Brava, S. Vicente, Santana, Porto Moniz) ).
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 13..

Apr 2025
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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Pickup and Drop off from Accomodation/Hotel (C.Lobos (center) Funchal, Santa Cruz, Machico(center) )
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Guide/Driver Included
  • Pickup and Drop off from Hotel (Calheta, Ponta do Sol, R.Brava, S. Vicente, Santana, Porto Moniz) )

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Please be in time back at the car as we leave 30 minutes after the sunset, any disregard of others or bad behaviour will not be tolerated
  • The walking to Stairway to Heaven viewpoint is optional and Self guided so please be cautious and respect the appropriate trails and guidelines
  • We recommend having a meal before the Tour as restaurants will be closed by the time we arrive to Pico do Arieiro
  • This tour will take place rain or shine. If the weather/visibility conditions at the top are not good enough to explore the peaks ( torrential rain) we will change locations in order to try to get a view of the sunset. But we will always drive to pico do arieiro unless the road is closed or if there is a red alert for weather.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 16 travelers

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  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
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  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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