Madeira Sunset in Pico do Arieiro and Optional Stairway to Heaven
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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
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4 hours
Available in Portuguese, English, SpanishImportant information
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller. Service animals allowed. Specialized infant seats are available. Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health. Suitable for all physical fitness levels. This tour will take place rain or shine. If the weather/visibility conditions are not good enough to enjoy the sunset at Pico do Arieiro, the tour will be changed to visit the west tip of the Island ( the Lighthouse of Ponta do Pargo) in Calheta or Rabaçal where you can enjoy an equally great sunset There are no refunds based on weather conditions, if there are sudden weather changes in the mountains we proceed to one of our alternative spots. . 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