Day 1. Arrival in Madeira
Meet the guide in Funchal and transfer to the hotel. Introduction to the itinerary. Dinner and overnight stay.
Day 2. Larano - Porto da Cruz. 11 Km +400m/-500m
After breakfast, we depart from the outskirts of Machico, following the levada near the Caniçal tunnel. A gentle ascent takes us across the Ribeira Seca Valley, leading to the coastal trail. At Boca do Risco viewpoint, we enjoy breathtaking views of Madeira’s northern coastline, stretching from Caniçal to Porto da Cruz. The trail continues along the cliffs, reaching Cabo de Larano. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 3. Pico Ruivo – Areeiro 12 Km +900m/-850m
Breakfast. The hike from Pico do Areeiro to Pico Ruivo is one of the most challenging yet rewarding trails in Madeira. Connecting two iconic peaks, this route offers spectacular views of the island’s central massif. At times, the surrounding mountains rise above the clouds, creating a dramatic, cinematic backdrop. Passing through several tunnels, we finally reach Pico Ruivo, the highest point in Madeira and the third highest in Portugal at 1,862 meters. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 4. Folhadal – Ginjas 11 Km +900m/-600m
Breakfast. The route begins in Ribeira Grande, initially following the Caminho Norte to the Encumeada viewpoint. We then continue along the Levada do Norte, which supplies water to the Serra de Água hydroelectric plant. After passing through a 300-meter tunnel, we emerge into the heart of the Laurisilva Forest, where Clethra arborea trees thrive, giving the area its name—Folhadal. The trail offers stunning scenery, waterfalls, and several tunnels. In the final stretch, the Laurisilva forest transitions into pine and eucalyptus woodlands before reaching the agricultural lands of Ginjas. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 5. Fanal - Ribeira da Janela. 16 Km +200m/-1.200m
Breakfast. This route traverses Madeira’s central massif along the Fanal trail, a designated conservation area with numerous viewpoints. From the Miradouro, we enjoy panoramic views of much of the island’s northern coast. Transfer to Porto Moniz. In the afternoon, we will have the opportunity to swim in the natural saltwater pools of Porto Moniz. Transfer to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Day 6. Boca da Corrida - Curral das Freiras 7 Km +200m/-500m
Breakfast. To conclude this unforgettable trekking adventure in Madeira, we will visit Câmara de Lobos, a picturesque municipality on the island’s southern coast. The highlight of the day is Boca da Corrida viewpoint, offering stunning views of Eira do Serrado and the towering peaks of Madeira’s central massif. The route descends into the secluded valley of Curral das Freiras, surrounded by dramatic mountain ridges. Here, we will enjoy a traditional meal before transferring to Funchal, where we will have free time to explore the capital. Farewell dinner and overnight stay.
Day 7. Return home
Breakfast. Transfer to the airport for the return journey.
