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15 Best Funchal Hikes

The trails worth the early start.

The 15 funchal hikes worth lacing up for. A short list of the trails hikers finish grinning about, with the distance, the price and who guides them.

15 Best Funchal Hikes

Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer - The core hike from Pico do Arieiro toward Pico Ruivo
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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

1.Funchal: Pico do Arieiro Sunrise Hiking Transfer

Sunrise hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo on Madeira, with door-to-door transfer from Funchal or Caniço for $38.

Most Popular★ 4.8

“The communication was 10/10. Instructions, alternative routes, meeting point etc. The driver Pedro was very enthusiastic, kind and proud of the island. Before the hike he gave detailed instructions, making it impossible to get lost. You could genuinely feel that he wanted everyone to have an amazing hike. All in all a wonderful experience ♥️”

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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer - Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo: where the altitude flexes
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Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer

2.Funchal: Pico do Arieiro & Pico Ruivo Hiking Transfer

Self-guided hike from Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo and down to Achada do Teixeira, with door-to-door transfer from Funchal.

★ 4.9

“A perfect day spent outdoors with family – breathtaking views, fresh air, and unforgettable moments together! Even when we took a wrong turn, we received excellent help – truly appreciated! Both the activity and the outstanding service are highly recommended!”

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Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer - Pickup and shared-van logistics from Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, Machico
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Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

3.Funchal: Caniçal Ponta São Lourenco Hiking Transfer

Self-guided PR8 hike along Madeira’s Ponta São Lourenço, with easy ocean views, hotel pickup, and time to swim at the end.

★ 4.9

“The transfer was good. We were picked up close to our hotel and driven to the start of the trail. Our driver gave us nuggets of information en route. He was a very jolly young man. He dropped us at the trail head showed us the map, gave us the time that we had to…”

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Madeira: PR 9 - Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer - Pickup in Funchal, Caniço, and Garajau: the smooth start that saves your day
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Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

4.Madeira: PR 9 – Levada do Caldeirão Verde Hike Transfer

PR9 Levada do Caldeirão Verde with easy pickup, small-group transfer, and a self-guided hike through tunnels and waterfalls.

★ 4.8

“We were dropped at the beginning of the hike and picked up from the same location at the end. The hike is fairly easy, mostly flat but rather wet and sometimes slippery. There are 3 or 4 tunnels and you need a flashlight to get through, especially the two longest ones cause they are actually…”

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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer - Pickup from Funchal and Caniço: small-van comfort and drive expectations
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PR1 Sunrise Pico do Arieiro Self-Guided Hiking Transfer

From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike - Ponta de São Lourenço: cliffs, rock textures, and that volcanic drama
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From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

6.From Funchal: Ponta de São Lourenço/Caniçal Full-Day Hike

Full-day hike from Funchal to Ponta de São Lourenço with volcanic rock cliffs, north and south views, and a swim.

★ 4.6

“One of the best tours I have had in Madeira. Absolutely amazing, very well organised tour and the guide guy walked with us too! Beautiful mountains with breathtaking views! Highly recommend it to everyone!”

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25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6) - Rabaçal Valley and 25 Fountains: the part everyone came for
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25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6)

7.25 Fountains Levada: Hiking Tour in Madeira Rabaçal Valley (PR6)

Laurisilva forest to 25 Fountains in Madeira’s Rabaçal Valley with pickup, an English-speaking guide, and an 800m tunnel.

★ 4.5

“We were very fortunate to get great weather for our hike which made such a difference. Expected the walk to be more open rather than through the trees but still a great day out. Took us under 3 1/2 hours including lunch break.”

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Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group - The Hike Flow: Pico do Arieiro to Pico Ruivo Without Wasting Time
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Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

8.Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group

Sunrise hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo with hotel pickup, a small group, and a pro mountain guide in Madeira.

★ 5.0

“David was very flexible and adaptable as the weather was unfavourable (rain/wind/fog) and we were unable to do the hike. He took us to a different place to try to watch the sunrise, went on another walk with great views, and to a local coffee shop and poncha pub. He still showed us a great…”

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From Funchal: Madeira Lakes Levada Guided Hike - From Funchal to the trailhead: pickup that saves your morning
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From Funchal: Madeira Lakes Levada Guided Hike

9.From Funchal: Madeira Lakes Levada Guided Hike

Guided Levada hike from Funchal past waterfalls and lakes, with a crystal-clear swim option at Lagoa Dona Beha. 8 hours.

★ 4.6

“Schöne Tour mit vielen schönen Spots, angenehm zu laufen auch bei 26C da weite Teile der Tour sonnengeschützt verlaufen. Unsere Tourführerin Rubina zeigte uns viele Besonderheiten und schöne Spots. Rundum eine tolle und interessante Tour. Festes Schuhwerk sollte eine Selbstverständlichkeit sein und Kondition für diese Tour auch. Es geht auf einigen Stellen doch schon etwas…”

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PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal - The 5-hour plan: timing, distance, and the kind of terrain you’ll face
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PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal

10.PR6 & PR6.1 25 Fontes & Risco Levada Self-Guided Hiking Rabaçal

Self-guided hike to 25 Fontes and Risco Levada from Rabaçal, with hotel pickup, map, and early quiet-time on Madeira trails.

★ 5.0

“Adrianna gave us a good briefing for our hike. She was really friendly and gave us lots of information about life in Madeira, lots of local info, I learned a lot as well as had a good hike. The 6am start is worth it even just to avoid the crowds and the heat. Flashlight is…”

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Madeira: Porto da Cruz to Machico Hiking Tour with Transfer

Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira - From Pico das Pedras: getting picked up without playing driving roulette
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Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira

12.Levada do Caldeirão Verde Self-Guided Hike in Madeira

A self-guided levada hike in Madeira’s Laurissilva forest with pickup-and-dropoff, tunnels, waterfalls, and a small-group shuttle.

★ 5.0

“The drive to the start of the walk through tight narrow roads was an experience in itself, but our driver Vitor got us there safely. The views on the walk were stunning, as was the waterfall at the end. The walk was fairly easy, but some rough ground and narrow walkways with shear drops one…”

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Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail - Pico do Arieiro sunrise: the payoff and the reality check
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Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

13.Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail

Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, the Guindaste glass-platform photo stop, and a self-guided Larano hike from Funchal with convenient van pickup.

★ 5.0

“This trip was out of our expectations, despite limited hike posibility due to goverment decision to close the road, we were given even more thrilling alternative, that we have not heard about but was beyond beautiful and we would not have seen it alone. Ros was a perfect, dedicated and engaged guide and shared really…”

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Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea - Coffee break and wheat coffee vibes in between the hikes
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Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea

14.Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea

Madeira’s Stairway to Heaven and Larano hike with picnic, wheat coffee, and poncha. Sea-and-cliff views, small group, 8 hours.

★ 4.9

“This was a truly amazing experience in maderia, everything was wonderful from the places, communication to the beautiful packed lunch which had so much thought to you, it was totally appreciated. I was nervous also because of slipping even with good boots Richard really looked after me. I really hope you do more events as…”

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Gastro hike (Private Tour) - The Levada Hike Itself: 3.5 km or 5.5 km, Tailored to Your Legs
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Gastro hike (Private Tour)

15.Gastro hike (Private Tour)

Private levada hike from Funchal with quiet woodland, poncha in the mountains, and grilled beef skewers plus lunch and drinks.

★ 5.0

“Una experiencia fantástica. Pudimos combinar excursiones de la mañana con esta de la tarde... un agradable sendero q nos mostró la naturaleza de Madeira, su fauna y sus ancestrales y modernas métodos de agricultura. Nuestro guía Claudio, experto senderista ... nos aclaro todas las dudas y nos facilito de manera muy amigable él acercamientos a…”

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