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DISCLAIMER: This hike is open PARTIALLY and so the alternative program is: Sunrise in Pico do Arieiro + Stairway to Heaven Hike (2.5km round trip) +Vereda do Burro trail (7.3km) All combined its 10km and 5 hours of hiking.Program:Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk on the PR1 Stairway to Heaven Trail, on a hike in Pico do Arieiro for the sunrise. Walk at your own pace with total freedom as you enjoy the fantastic views. This viewpoint is located next to Pousada do Pico do Arieiro, so-called because it is the place where the bird of prey known as buzzard (Buteo buteo) nested. From this point it is possible to see São Roque do Faial and the valley of Fajã da Nogueira, the chosen nesting place of the manx shearwater (Puffinus puffinus).After Stairway to Heavens trail, enjoy the PR3 Vereda do Burro trail, from there you can enjoy the view over the valley of Ribeira do Cidrão, which flows into Ribeira dos Socorridos at Curral das Freiras, or over the Paul da Serra plateau. On this walk along Vereda do Burro, you will also have the opportunity to pass by Poço da Neve, an igloo-shaped reservoir dating back to 1813, once used to store snow and hail that fell sporadically on the highest mountains of Funchal.Finish this amazing walk at the End of Ecological Park, where you can visit a small donkeys farm in a valley and heat up with a hot chocolate at the Restaurante Barracão.Pick up & Drop off:Start with pickup from your accommodation* in central areas of Funchal, or Caniço - if your locations is not located in these areas, please confirm with the organizer.The day before the hike, receive instructions from your coordinator regarding schedules, pick up time, weather forecast, hike information, digital map. Hike Information (as disclaimed above):- Duration (hike): 5 hours- Max./Min. Altitude: 1818 m / 500m- Distance: 10 km (PR1 + PR3 trails)- Starting point: Pico do Arieiro- Finishing point: Ecological Park of Funchal
The 25 Fontes Levada is one of the most popular in Madeira Island. It's name lives up to the number of fountains or little waterfalls that’s possible to count once you arrive there. Starting in Rabaçal and going to the 25 Fontes, the path reveals many landscapes and wonderful sensations. Along the way it’s possible to admire a wide variety of endemic species of the flora and fauna of the region. The host will pick you up and drop you off at your accommodation, giving you essential hike information, along some other tips of the Island.Hike Information:- Distance: 10 kilometers- Duration: 5.00 hours- Max./Min. Altitude: 1000 m / 1300 mThe day before the hike, you will receive (via email or WhatsApp) the exact pickup time and a weather forecast, in order for you to be as prepared as you can be.*The schedules presented may suffer alterations in case of delay in traffic, bad weather conditions or even delay by the guests.* Pick up Places : Most locations in Funchal
Hike at your own rhythm on a self-guided trek in Caldeirão Verde. Explore the incredible Laurissilva Forest and mystical trail along a water channel, with green views on one side and stunning waterfalls along the other. Observe the waterfalls, ancient endemic trees, the Levada trail, and feel the nature of Queimadas.Get picked up at your accommodation with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation. The hike is a round trip trail totalling 15 km in length. The starting point will be at Queimadas Park. The ending point will be at the end of PR JOEL trail (um Caminho para todos trail) for another 1.9km (20/25 minutes).This hike will take you roughly 5.5-hours to complete. The minimum elevation on this tour is 872-meters whereas the maximum is 1062-meters, so it's not known for hills or stairs. However, you will encounter 4 tunnels with a max length of 200 metres.
Explore the most incredible Natural Reserve of Madeira - PR8 Vereda da Ponta São Lourenço on a self-guided hike. Enjoy a convenient transfer to the start of the trail and get picked up and driven back at the end.Hike at your own rhythm, exploring the eastern coast of the Island. It is a peninsula of volcanic origin, mostly made of basalt, but with some limestone sediment formations. At the end of it, there are two islets: Desembarcadouro Islet and Farol Islet. The semi-arid climate and exposure to northern winds explain the low vegetation and the absence of trees in this place, contrasting with the rest of the island. It is classified as a Partial Nature Reserve heritage site, home to rare plants and a diversified fauna.Get picked up at your accommodation (Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, Machico) with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation. The hike is a round trip trail totaling 7.5 km in length. This hike will take you roughly 3 -3.5 hours to complete. The elevation gain is not much and the altitude is around 100 meters sea level. Due to the easy level of hike experience, its family, senior and child friendly.
DISCLAIMER: This hike is open PARTIALLY and so the alternative program is:Start in Pico do Arieiro +Stairway to Heaven Hike (2.5km round trip) +Vereda do Burro trail (7.3km)All combined its 10km and 5 hours of hiking.Program:Experience the most amazing natural scenery as you walk on the PR1 Stairway to Heaven Trail, on a hike in Pico do Arieiro. Walk at your own pace with total freedom as you enjoy the fantastic views. This viewpoint is located next to Pousada do Pico do Arieiro, so-called because it is the place where the bird of prey known as buzzard (Buteo buteo) nested. From this point it is possible to see São Roque do Faial and the valley of Fajã da Nogueira, the chosen nesting place of the manx shearwater (Puffinus puffinus).After Stairway to Heavens trail, enjoy the PR3 Vereda do Burro trail, from there you can enjoy the view over the valley of Ribeira do Cidrão, which flows into Ribeira dos Socorridos at Curral das Freiras, or over the Paul da Serra plateau. On this walk along Vereda do Burro, you will also have the opportunity to pass by Poço da Neve, an igloo-shaped reservoir dating back to 1813, once used to store snow and hail that fell sporadically on the highest mountains of Funchal.Finish this amazing walk at the End of Ecological Park, where you can visit a small donkeys farm in a valley and heat up with a hot chocolate at the Restaurante Barracão.Pick up & Drop off:Start with pickup from your accommodation* in central areas of Funchal, or Caniço - if your locations is not located in these areas, please confirm with the organizer.The day before the hike, receive instructions from your coordinator regarding schedules, pick up time, weather forecast, hike information, digital map.Hike Information (as disclaimed above):- Duration (hike): 5 hours - Max./Min. Altitude: 1818 m / 500m - Distance: 10 km (PR1 + PR3 trails)- Starting point: Pico do Arieiro- Finishing point: Ecological Park of Funchal
Hike at your own rhythm, exploring the eastern coast of the Island. It is a peninsula of volcanic origin, mostly made of basalt, but with some limestone sediment formations. At the end of it, there are two islets: Desembarcadouro Islet and Farol Islet. The semi-arid climate and exposure to northern winds explain the low vegetation and the absence of trees in this place, contrasting with the rest of the island. It is classified as a Partial Nature Reserve heritage site, home to rare plants and a diversified fauna.Get picked up at your accommodation (Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, Machico) with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation.The hike is a round trip trail totaling 7.5 km in length. This hike will take you roughly 4 hours to complete. The elevation gain is not much and the altitude is around 100 meters sea level. Due to the easy level of hike experience, its family, senior and child friendly.This experience includes two slots, although its recommended to do the sunrise slot (06.15am) to be able to witness an incredible experience. Guests will hike at their own pace, along the Atlantic Ocean, on a UNESCO Partial Reserve Hike.Explore the most incredible Natural Reserve of Madeira - PR8 Vereda da Ponta São Lourenço on a self-guided hike. Enjoy a convenient transfer to the start of the trail and get picked up and driven back at the endHike Information:- Duration: 4 hours- Extension: 6.8 km- Starting Point: Baia d Abra - Ending Point: Baia de Abra - Max Elevation: 120 m- Min Elevation: 50 m
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