Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 8 travelers
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below
Overview
Relaxed and informative walk thats adapted to how you want to walk with no pressure. Undertaken by guides who are more than happy to assist you in gaining the most from your experience.
After we have collected you we proceed up cobbled roads to the start point at the Canon miradour. We then take one of the 9 km of tracks on Pico Castelo just to make sure you get to see a different side of this mountain walking along stone terraces and wood paths until we get to the picnic area at the top. We pause here to use the facilities have a drink before we go down a different path the the vereda around Pico Facho.
This tend to be a flatter path with equally fantastic views, lots of water erosion has sculptured the slopes. From treed shade to open fields this walk changes around every corner. The remains of centuries old farming is still evident although people left here years ago and crops are no longer grown. Beyond our glorious beach if we are lucky Madeira will be floating on the horizon.
What's included
Benefit of experienced guide
Collection and drop off as you direct us
Insurance
Scenic route on the way to the start point
Please take a drink and something to eat
Not available to under 12s or over 75s
This path has a government fee. Walkers must book their own pass ticket via the Simplifica.madeira site within 48hrs of the activity. Please email us if you need clarification.
What to expect
PS PR2 - Vereda Do Pico Castelo
1h 30m
We start from the Cannon miradouro and take one of the many paths around and up to the Picnic area at the top of Pico Castelo. After a short break and many photographs we then begin the walk to Pico Facho. The walk will allow you to see the different sides and terrain of the peak. the years of hard work that has gone in to stabilising the peak and the tree planting on what was once a bare peak.
Pico Do Facho
2h 30m
The walk here becomes much more gentle as it circles the peak. Water erosion has played a dramatic part in the shaping of the mountain as it carves out the soft almost sandy rocks. The walk ranges from wooded trails to open fields and has some amazing views and combined with Pico Castelo gives you a full visual panorama of the island. Each season is really different here from rich greens in the winter to sandy browns in the summer.
Meeting and pickup
Pickup details
We can pick you up from your accommodation, the center of town or the roundabout car park for the Ferry, just ask.
Tour times not quite right for you, we are flexible to suit your needs, just ask if you want a different time.
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not suitable for push chairs
Please wear suitable foot ware with good grip
Please email us first if you are unsure the first part of the walk is quite step but on a good path
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
