Climbing Mount Pico a challenging adventure

Recommended by 100% of travelers

Pico, Portugal

8 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

Overview
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What's Included

Entrance fee - Entrance fee
Personal Accident Insurance
Walking sticks
Accredited Guide

Snacks
Bottled water
Mountain Shoes (Required)
Backpack, Jacket, Breathable and Comfortable Clothes, Gloves, Hat, Cap and Sunscreen

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Mountain House
Caminho Florestal nº 9 Candelária, 9950-000 Madalena, Portugal
Upon arrival at the Park House, park your car and climb the stairs to the main building. Please go to the reception desk and ask for your Pico Paradise Guide.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.

06/23/2027 - 08/24/2027

Itinerary

Montanha do Pico

8 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
Not recommended for people with overweight and sedentary
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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Reviews

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Matteo_P, Aug 2026

I will write a review that is as truthful as possible to help people understand how to best prepare; my girlfriend and I had this experience arriving with unclear ideas regarding the route, we knew it would be long but it is a significant hike. First of all, if you suffer from vertigo I strongly advise against it; on the peak it is like floating on water, the last part must be done practically by climbing, so if you are not at least a little athletic it can be dangerous. It takes about 3 hours to get up and another three hours to come down; check your knees before doing it because if you arrive at the peak and they hurt a lot, the descent is not pleasant. The guide showed us the route very well, took the right breaks, and was nice; for the price paid we would have appreciated a few more explanations regarding the volcano, while she limited herself to guiding us. Without a guide, it can be risky for people who are not experienced with mountains. That said, once you reach the top the view is breathtaking if there are no clouds; you can see the other nearby islands and then the immense sea. Recommended, but having done it once I would not do it again

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