Madeira: Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro & Hike Larano trail
By Wildermadeira · listed in sunrise tours and guided hikes at Pico do Arieiro
I'd choose this for sunrise in the mountains followed by a coastal walk. You walk the Larano trail without a guide. Choose another hike if you want a guide with you.
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro comes first. You can walk part of PR1 before returning to the van. A stop at Guindaste's glass platform follows. You then walk 7 km on Larano between Machico and Porto da Cruz.
Hotel pickup and drop-off from Funchal are included. Ask about the fee for pickup in Caniço. Lunch and drinks cost extra. The optional PR1 walk has an entry fee. Clouds can block the sunrise with no refund.
- Trip type
- Shared tour with stops
- Departure
- FunchalMeeting point and check-in below
- Duration
- 7 hours 30 minutes
- Listed group limit
- up to 16 people
- Price
- from €37.90 per adultLowest price the operator lists. Your date may cost more.
- Rating
- 4.80/5 from 61 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.7 from 30 reviews
- Languages
- not stated
- Details as of
- 13 September 2026
Before you book
- Travellers must be aged 18 to 65.
- You need moderate fitness.
- Ask about pickup fees outside Funchal.
- Your pickup time arrives by 20:30 the day before.
- Bring warm clothes and walking shoes.
- Return to the van within about 45 minutes of sunrise after the optional PR1 walk.
- Up to 8 people per booking.
Book through Viator, a Tripadvisor company. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
Programme
- Watch sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, about 1 hour with time for PR1 if you choose
- Stop at Guindaste viewpoint for photos, about 15 minutes
- Walk 7 km on Larano without a guide, about 2 hours 30 minutes
What the operator writes about each stop
- Pico do Arieiro
Sunrise at Pico do Arieiro, and optional 1,2km hike to "stairs to heaven" and return to the van
- Miradouro do guindaste
Photo shot at the glass plataform
- Vereda Do Larano
Self guided hike to Larano trail 7km +/-2:30h light moderate
Photos
Photos from the tour listing on Viator.
Included
- ***PICK UP TIME SENT BY 8:30PM, DAY BEFORE ACTIVITY***
- Hotel pick up and drop-off between Funchal and Caniço
Paid separately
- lunch and drinks
- Admission fees
- Private transportation
Meeting point, pickup and return
Hotel pickup included. Pickup 90 minutes before departure. 120 pickup points listed by the operator.
Please for pickups outside Funchal add extra pick up fee.
Schedule and confirmation
Usual timetable: Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, at 06:00. Check your date when you book.
The operator confirms after you book. Book at least 8 hours ahead. Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
Cancellation, weather and limits
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- 100% refund when cancelled 1 day or more before
- 0% refund when cancelled less than 1 day before
Bad weather can cancel the trip. The trip can also be cancelled if too few people book.
The operator's conditions, as written
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- ***PICK UP TIME SENT BY 8:30PM, THE DAY BEFORE ACTIVITY***
- Adult rate: ages 18 to 65
Ratings by source
4.80/5 from 61 reviews, combined Viator and Tripadvisor; on Viator alone 4.7 from 30 reviews.
| Source | Average | Reviews | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Viator | 4.7 | 30 | 25 | 2 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| Tripadvisor | 4.9 | 31 | 30 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Counts and averages as shown on Viator on 13 September 2026. We don't have the review texts.
From the operator
In Wildermadeira's own words, from the Viator listing.
Your adventure begins with a hotel pick-up about 1.5 hours before sunrise
(exact time sent by 8:30 PM the day before via email or WhatsApp).
Dress warmly and wear good shoes, as mountain weather can differ greatly from Funchal.
At Pico do Arieiro, enjoy an unforgettable sunrise (weather permitting). Sometimes clouds may block the view — refunds are not possible in such cases. You can optionally hike part of the PR1 “Stairs of Heaven” trail (1.2 km, €3 fee) for breathtaking views, returning within about 45 minutes after sunrise.
The tour continues to the Glass Platform at Guindaste Viewpoint, where you can admire the ocean through a transparent floor.
The final adventure is the 7 km Larano Trail, a moderate 2.5-hour coastal hike between Machico and Porto da Cruz, revealing Madeira’s dramatic cliffs and wild beauty.
After the hike, relax as you’re dropped off at your hotel, ending a day filled with incredible landscapes and unforgettable moments.
Alternatives in the same collection
- Sunrise Guided Hike PR1 Pico do Areeiro Pico Ruivo small group€22.10 dearer · 1 hour 30 minutes shorter · 8 people at most · from €60 per adult
- Sunrise in Areeiro Peak€22.10 dearer · 3 hours 30 minutes shorter · 7 people at most · from €60 per adult
- Sunrise Tour @ Pico Do Areiro | Half Day 4x4 Tour€38.10 dearer · 2 hours 30 minutes shorter · 6 people at most · from €76 per adult
Who checked this
Edited by Roman Antonov. I love Madeira and keep going back. Every detail on this page comes from the operator's own listing on Viator, as of 13 September 2026.
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