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Madeira: Pico do Areeiro: Afternoon Stairway to Heaven Hike

By André Marcelino Ferreira Damião
10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$73 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 4h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages

Overview

  • Explore the famous Stairway to Heaven with a local guide
  • Easy 3 km hike on Madeira's most iconic mountain trail
  • Small groups for a more personal experience
  • Afternoon tour with fewer crowds and beautiful light

Activity location

    • Pico do Arieiro
    • Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Pico do Arieiro
    • Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal

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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    Local guide
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    Transport
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    Lanterns/torches
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    Small group experience
  • What's excludedWhat's excluded
    Warm clothing
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    Full breakfast

Know before you book

  • Not allowed: Alcohol and drugs, Alcoholic drinks in the vehicle, Bare feet, Drinks in the vehicle

What you can expect

Experience one of Madeira's most spectacular mountain adventures on this guided afternoon excursion to the famous Stairway to Heaven at Pico do Areeiro.

After pickup, travel comfortably to Pico do Areeiro, Madeira's third-highest peak, where breathtaking mountain scenery awaits.
This experience is designed for travellers who want to enjoy the island's most iconic views without completing the full PR1 trail.

Follow your guide along the most scenic section of the route on an easy 3 km return walk. Along the way, admire dramatic volcanic landscapes, towering cliffs, and panoramic views stretching across Madeira's central mountain range.
Reach the famous Stairway to Heaven viewpoint, one of the island's most photographed locations, where the mountains often rise above the clouds. Take time to relax, capture incredible photos, and learn about Madeira's geology, nature, and history from your local guide.

The afternoon departure offers a quieter atmosphere and beautiful light over the mountains, making it a fantastic time to experience this unforgettable landscape.

This tour includes transport, a certified local guide, and insurance.

Perfect for nature lovers, photographers, couples, families, and anyone looking for an unforgettable mountain experience in Madeira without the challenge of the full PR1 hike.

Location

Activity location

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    • Pico do Arieiro
    • Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Pico do Arieiro
    • Curral das Freiras, Madeira, Portugal