Discover the quieter side of Madeira, walking its stunning trails at a pace set by nature. This 7-day experience is carefully crafted around a 5-day guided trek, offering a genuine opportunity to disconnect from the everyday and immerse yourself deeply in the island’s unique beauty, lush landscapes, and rich history. Let us handle the logistics and the gear while you focus on the path ahead and the incredible environment around you.

1. Your Adventure at a Glance:

• Total Duration: 7 inspiring days, including 2 travel days and 5 days dedicated to your immersive trekking experience.
• The Core Experience: A professionally guided 5-day trek through Madeira’s diverse landscapes. Discover hidden trails and stunning vistas accessible only on foot.
• Your Accommodation: Experience the best of both worlds! Enjoy 4 nights camping under the stars in designated areas during the trek (we provide all necessary camping gear, including tents, sleeping bags, and mats), perfectly complemented by 2 nights of comfortable hotel/hostel accommodation upon arrival (Day 1) and after your trek (Day 6).
• Nourishing Meals: Relax and refuel. Enjoy full board during your 5 trek days – delicious breakfasts, trail lunches, and hearty dinners prepared by your guides. Welcome and farewell dinners at local restaurants on Day 1 and Day 6 are also included.
• Expert Guidance: You’re in safe hands! Our professional guiding team (typically 3 guides for up to 16 guests) manages all logistics, navigation, safety, camp setup, and gear provision, while also sharing fascinating insights into Madeira’s nature and history.
• Investment in Your Adventure: $1,600 USD per participant. This fantastic value includes your expert guides, all ground transportation within Madeira (including airport transfers), delicious meals during the 5-day trek, all camping equipment (tents, sleeping bags, mats, cooking gear), park/camping fees, and your hotel/hostel stays on Day 1 and Day 6.
  
  • Please Note: This price excludes international flights, travel insurance (required), your personal clothing and preferred items (packing list provided), meals during air travel, and personal spending money. Wild Sky can assist with flight facilitation.

2. Experience the Flow of Your Journey:

• Day 0 (Travel): Depart from your home city for your overnight journey to Madeira.
• Day 1 (Arrival & Preparation): Welcome to Funchal (FNC)! We’ll meet you at the airport and transfer you to your comfortable lodging. Settle in, meet your guides and fellow adventurers, conduct a final briefing (gear check focuses on your personal items), and enjoy a welcome dinner at a local restaurant, anticipating the trek ahead.
• Day 2 (Trek Begins): After breakfast, we transfer to the trailhead to officially begin your 5-day immersion into Madeira’s nature. Hike through captivating scenery, enjoy lunch on the trail, and arrive at your first campsite where your guides help set up camp. Your guides will prepare a well-earned dinner as you settle into the rhythm of the trek.
• Days 3-5 (Into the Wild): Continue your exploration! Each day brings new trails, breathtaking views, and a deeper connection with the island. Enjoy guided hiking, trail lunches surrounded by nature, camping under the stars (with all gear provided!), and evenings sharing stories over dinner prepared by your guides.
• Day 6 (Trek Completion & Celebration): Hike the final leg of your rewarding journey. We’ll transfer from the trail’s end back to comfortable hotel/hostel accommodation. Tonight, celebrate your accomplishment with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant, sharing memories of your adventure.
• Day 7 (Departure): Enjoy a final Madeiran breakfast before we transfer you back to Funchal Airport (FNC) for your onward journey home, filled with incredible memories.

3. What’s Included: Seamless Support, Expert Guidance & All The Gear

• Hassle-Free Transfers: Relax from the moment you land. We handle your airport transfers in Madeira, plus all transportation needed to get you to and from the trek start/end points.
• Expert Guiding Team: Your safety and experience are paramount. Our guides are highly skilled in navigation, wilderness first aid, and logistics. They not only lead the way but also enrich your journey by preparing delicious trek meals, managing campsites, and sharing their knowledge of Madeira’s unique environment and history.
• Energizing Meals on Trek: Focus on the experience, not meal prep! During the 5-day trek, enjoy hearty breakfasts, energizing trail lunches, and satisfying dinners designed to fuel your adventure. (Minor dietary needs can often be accommodated with advance notice).
• All-Inclusive Camping Comfort: Connect deeply with nature, hassle-free. We provide all necessary, quality camping equipment including tents, comfortable sleeping bags, sleeping mats, and group cooking gear. Just pack your personal clothes and essentials, and leave the rest to us!

4. Is This Adventure Right for You?

• Embrace the Journey: This 5-day trek is a rewarding physical undertaking. Good fitness and preparation will enhance your enjoyment.
• Nature’s Elements: Be ready for variable Madeiran weather and the simple, rewarding rhythm of camp life (made easier with all gear provided!).
• Team Spirit & Resilience: While expertly guided and fully equipped, this trip celebrates self-reliance within a supportive group setting, perfectly capturing the spirit of adventure and discovery.

This journey offers more than just a trek; it’s an opportunity to disconnect, recharge, and forge a lasting connection with the incredible landscapes and unique spirit of Madeira. Let Wild Sky Destinations handle the details and the equipment while you embrace the experience!