Madeira Stairway to Heaven to Larano Hike Mountain to Sea

5.0 (12 reviews) Madeira, Portugal
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Duration8h
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LanguagesPortuguese, English, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 7 travelers

Overview

We conquer the famous Stairway To Heaven first and afterwards we head to one of the most beautiful hikes on the island: Vereda do Larano. A lush green environment awaits us and the sea always behind us. On we go, always along the cliffs and with spectacular views. A little hunger? We got you. We have prepared a small picnic with local snacks and will find the perfect spot to enjoy it.

What's included

  • 1 Coffee (garoto or Bica).
  • Insurance by local law
  • Small picnic with local snacks
  • Local Driver/Guide
  • 1 Local drink (Poncha, beer or soft drink like a Brisa Maracujá)
  • Hike Entrance Ticket
  • Transfer from outside Funchal or Caniço to meeting point
  • Hiking Gear, shoes and Garment
  • Raincoat, sunscreen and a hat

What to expect

Hiking Pico Areeiro 
We start our tour with an amazing view at Pico Areeiro, from where we will have a small hike (and back) to the Insta-famous Stairway To Heaven. On the way to there you can expect dramatic landscapes, a unique flora and a tour-experience which makes your friends green like envy. The way back and forth is around one hour in total.  

Vereda do Larano: let's hike!
After our "Warm-Up Hike", we head east to Machico. It's time to conquer the hike that awaits on the Vereda do Larano. A lush green environment awaits us and the sea always behind us. On we go, always along the cliffs and with spectacular views. A little hunger? We got you. We have prepared a small picnic with local snacks and will find the perfect spot to enjoy it.

  1. Vereda Do Larano

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait in the bus stop next to the cable car. We will send you a message before with the google map location and the correct time.

End point

Please wait in the bus stop next to the cable car. We will send you a message before with the google map location and the correct time.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Please Bring a Backpack to pack your lunchbox for the picnic ( measurements 11cm X 12cm X 20cm)
  • Must be in good fitness level
  • No Vertigo and afraid of heights
  • please be aware that the weather in Madeira is unpredictable, it has a sub tropical climate and can change unexpectedly during the day. That means sometimes paths or places are closed by the local authorities or it might be too dangerous to do the originally planned trip. In these cases we are doing our best to inform you in time and offer you alternatives, but sometimes we need to be flexible on the tour day itself.
  • The start time given is an estimate. We will contact you one day before via email, Imessage or whatsapp to inform you what time you should be at the pick up point you selected.
  • Times during the tour are approximate and may vary depending on traffic and/or weather conditions.
  • Weather & Safety Notice: For the safety and well-being of all participants, we reserve the right to change the hiking route or replace the planned hike with an alternative option if weather conditions are not suitable or safe. Our priority is always to provide a secure and enjoyable experience.
  • No children below 16 years old is allow in this tour.
  • Not recommended for travelers with vertigo and afraid of heights

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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