Porto Santo - Explore Pico Castelo and Pico do Facho hiking tour
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
- Collection and drop off as you direct us
- Insurance
- Scenic route on the way to the start point
- Benefit of experienced guide
- 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.
Meeting and Pickup
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.
What To Expect
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PS PR2 - Vereda Do Pico Castelo
1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Pico Do Facho
2 hours 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Please email us first if you are unsure the first part of the walk is quite step but on a good path
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for push chairs
- Please wear suitable foot ware with good grip
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Activity code: C-5517938P3
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (WET).
- Collection and drop off as you direct us.
- Insurance.
- Scenic route on the way to the start point.
- Benefit of experienced guide.
- 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.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 12. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Porto Santo - Explore Pico Castelo and Pico do Facho hiking tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Please email us first if you are unsure the first part of the walk is quite step but on a good path
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Porto Santo – Explore Pico Castelo and Pico do Facho hiking tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Collection and drop off as you direct us
- Insurance
- Scenic route on the way to the start point
- Benefit of experienced guide
- 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.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Please email us first if you are unsure the first part of the walk is quite step but on a good path
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Not suitable for push chairs
- Please wear suitable foot ware with good grip
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
