Daily programme

This is it—the quintessential Madeira experience, a journey that unveils the island’s full splendor in a single breathtaking walk. Towering rock formations rise skyward like ancient sentinels, sculpted by time itself, standing as silent witnesses to the island’s rich geological history.

Throughout the trail, panoramic views unfold in every direction, each more awe-inspiring than the last. The landscape is adorned with a remarkable array of unique and endemic flora, thriving in this untouched paradise. In springtime, nature’s artistry is on full display as these plants burst into a kaleidoscope of colors, their delicate blossoms painting the mountainside in vibrant hues.

As you approach Pico Ruivo, the path leads through the oldest heather forest in existence—a mystical realm where ancient trees, hundreds of years old, continue to flourish. These very trees stood long before João Gonçalves Zarco first set foot on this island, their gnarled branches whispering tales of centuries past.

At last, you arrive at Pico Ruivo—the highest peak in Madeira. Here, at the summit, the world seems to stretch endlessly before you. The vistas are nothing short of extraordinary, and as the saying goes, “On a clear day, you can see forever.”

An experience of pure grandeur, where the majesty of Madeira is revealed in all its untamed beauty. A journey not to be missed.