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Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Guided Levada Hike

By MTS Globe
Free cancellation available
Price is $53 per adult
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Features
  • Free cancellation available
  • 7h 30m
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Selective hotel pickup
  • Multiple languages
Overview
  • Breathtaking landscape views atop Madeira's highest peak
  • Origin story of the _levadas_—their importance & use
  • Slices of local culture & amazing nature
  • A different way to explore Madeira's natural beauty
  • Rugged volcanic & forest scenery of the mountains

Activity location

    • Madeira, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Madeira, Madeira, Portugal

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Guided Levada Hike
  • Activity duration is 7 hours and 30 minutes7h 30m7h 30m
  • English
Starting time: 8:30am
Price details
$52.55 x 1 Adult$52.55
Total
Price is $52.55

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGuided walking tour of the _levadas_
  • What's includedWhat's includedRoundtrip transportation to and from your Machico, Santa Cruz, Caniço, and Funchal hotels

Know before you book

  • Children 5 and younger are complimentary when accompanied by a paying adult.
  • If you have back and joint problems, you should carefully consider whether to participate.
  • You must be able to climb and descend stairs as well as walk on unpaved or uneven terrain.
  • If you fear heights, you should not take part in this activity.

What you can expect

Explore the magic and natural beauty of Madeira on foot. This challenging hike takes you to the island's highest point, Pico Ruivo. Standing here affords incredible panoramic views of the entire island.

Follow your expert guide along the famous levadas (irrigation channels) that follow the winding network of reservoirs. Admire the unspoiled landscape as you pass by some of the oldest Madeira heather woods and let your imagination run free as you gaze at stunning volcanic rock formations shooting into the sky.

The trail takes you to the island's highest peak, Pico Ruivo—6,106 feet (1,861 m) high and only accessible by foot. Its unique position on the island provides unbeatable views from coast to coast. Listen carefully as your guide explains the importance of the levadas as well as the stories behind their construction.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures
  • High-touch surfaces cleaned and disinfected
  • Vehicles and venues cleaned with disinfectants
  • Vehicles and venues kept vacant between travelers
Social distancing
  • Contactless ticket redemption
  • Social distancing measures in place
Safety measures
  • Personal protective equipment worn by staff
  • Temperature checks given to staff
  • Temperature checks available
  • Masks required
  • Hand sanitizer provided
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Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIES
    • Madeira, Madeira, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Madeira, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEMachico City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Machico, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLESanta Cruz City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Santa Cruz, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLECaniço City Center (Hotel Pickup)
    • Caniço, Madeira, Portugal
  • PEOPLEPEOPLEFunchal
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal