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Hiking in Madeira

6 Days
From CAD $1,699

Best Rate
Guarantee

Trip Type
Small Group

Activity Level
Demanding

Rating

(20 reviews)

Experience Overview

When you think about a series of islands that’s famous for its wine and sunshine, your initial reaction probably isn’t to hike all across it. We’re here to prove that it should be. Immerse yourself in Madeira’s mesmerizing flavours, volcanic landscapes, and rich culture and history on this six-day hiking adventure.

Highlights

Trek to one of the highest peaks in Madeira
Discover the history of A-Frame houses in Santana
Hike the gorgeous Larano Trail
See the jaw-dropping view from the Cabo Girao cliffs and Skywalk
Wander through Laurisilva forest - a subtropical forest and UNESCO World Heritage site

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Trip Details

Product Code: 2356

Tour Type: Small Group

Accommodation: Budget

Transport: Private vehicle, walking.

Guide Language: English

Travel Styles: Active

Supplier Code: EPHM

Starts: Santana, Portugal

Finishes: Funchal, Portugal

Duration: 6 days

Departures: Guaranteed

Physical rating: Demanding

Includes

Activities

Your Welcome Moment: Welcome Moment - Meet Your CEO and Group
Hiking to Boca do Risco from Machico near Santana
Pico do Arieiro
Cabo Girão Cliffs and Skywalk
Hike to São Lourenço Pont

Accommodation

Hotels (5 nts).

5 breakfasts, 3 lunches

Transport

Private vehicle, walking.

Group Leader

CEO (Chief Experience Officer) throughout.

Price

Price per person: (Double Occupancy) CAD $1699 (CAD $283 /day)

Itinerary

Day 1: Santana

Arrive at any time. Tonight, meet your CEO and fellow travellers at the welcome meeting, then opt to head out for dinner with the group.

Exclusive inclusions: Activity - Your opportunity to meet your CEO and fellow travellers, and learn more about your tour. Opt to join the group for a local meal afterwards. Don't forget to see the notice in the lobby (or ask reception) for the official time and place to meet up with the group.Accommodation - Hotel O Colmo Santana

Day 2: Santana

Explore Madeira's breathtaking north coast on a stunning 14km hike today. Said to provide some of the island's most spectacular vistas, today's hike is sure to take your breath away in more ways than one. Experience the island's diverse flora and fauna and vibrant greenery around each corner, before returning to Santana for a well deserved rest.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Today's 14 km hike along Madeira's breathtaking north coast offers a stunning blend of ocean views, lush rainforests, and captivating waterfalls. Beginning in Boaventura and ending in the charming village of São Cristóvão, you will encounter dramatic cliffs, picturesque bridges, and intriguing ruins that whisper stories of the past. With an elevation gain of 250 meters and a loss of 500 meters, this hike is sure to be both challenging and rewarding.Accommodation - Hotel O Colmo Santana

Day 3: Santana/Funchal

Summit one of the island's tallest peaks, the Pico do Arieiro. At an altitude of 1,818m, it's the third highest in Madeira. The hike requires some scrambling with steep ascents, but stunning views of the island above the cloud line make every step worth it.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Today's challenging hike up to Pico do Arieiro takes us through uneven, rocky terrain, a man-made tunnel and some steep ascents that may require scrambling over rocks. Reach the summit at 1,500m above sea level. If the conditions are right, find yourself above the clouds, looking down over Madeira. Highest altitude: 1,859mTransport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Orquidea

Day 4: Funchal

Lace up your hiking boots once again and head out on the Larano Trail, this morning. Witness panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean alongside sheer cliffs dropping dramatically into the sea. Enjoy the fresh, salty air and green hills that are so characteristic of Madeira's mountainous terrain before heading back to Funchal for free time for dinner.

Meals included: Breakfast,Lunch

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Hike along the Larano trail starting near Machico along Maeira's north coast. Hike to the Boca do Risco viewpoint, with stunning views of the north coast. Then follow the trail to the west before following it back to Porto da Cruz, renowned for its traditional sugar cane distillery. The hike is between 14km and 15km with a total incline of 400 meters. It's along the coast for a majority of the hike, some places with no railings that are considered dangerous, but the trail is wide enough that it's still convenient to walk. It should take around six hours.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Orquidea

Day 5: Funchal

Head out to the Paul da Serra levadas today. Essential to the island's irrigation system, the levadas were created to channel water from the rainy north to the dryer south, complete with walking paths used for this unique hiking opportunity. Move on to the Laurisilva forest, a UNESCO World Heritage site boasting a subtropical rainforest, with a rich biodiversity. On your way back, stop at the dramatic Girão cliffs for another viewpoint, and if time and weather permits, take in the awe-inspiring views from the glass skywalk, adding a thrilling twist to your adventure.

Meals included: Breakfast

Exclusive inclusions: Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Activity - Embark on an exhilarating 14.5km hike through the enchanting Paul da Serra levadas, venturing along a lesser-traveled route that leads you deep into the lush Laurisilva Forest. As you walk, you'll enjoy the serene beauty of the two distinctive levadas, eventually ascending through the verdant laurel trees to reach a breathtaking viewpoint overlooking the São Vicente valley, where both the north and south coasts unfold beneath you. The journey includes an elevation gain of 650 meters and a total of about six hours.Activity - Take in the Cabo Girão's beautiful panoramic views of the sea. Visit the skywalk, jutting out of the cliffs at over 580m above sea level.Transport - Settle in and scan the scenery from the convenience of a private vehicle.Accommodation - Hotel Orquidea

Day 6: Funchal

Depart at any time.

Meals included: Breakfast

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Tour Operator

G Adventures

G Adventures, founded in 1990 by Bruce Poon Tip, is a global adventure travel company specializing in small-group tours that emphasize authentic, sustainable, and culturally immersive experiences. Originally launched as GAP Adventures (“Great Adventure People”), the company pioneered the concept of community-driven travel by offering affordable trips that connect travelers with local communities while minimizing environmental impact. Today, G Adventures operates in more than 100 countries, offering a wide range of itineraries across themes such as active adventures, wildlife, wellness, family, and National Geographic–partnered tours, while maintaining a strong commitment to responsible tourism and social enterprise through its Planeterra Foundation.

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