PR8 Vereda Ponta Sao Lourenco CanicalHiking Transfer

HIKING PERMIT ⚠️ - The hiking permit is not included in this ticket. We can assist and instruct the guests to buy the ticket, separately.

PR8 Vereda Ponta São Lourenco - 4.5 EUR per person - between 8.00am and 11.30am (depending on which departure you are booked for: 6.15am, 9.15am or 10.30am departures.

When we receive your booking, instructions are sent to your email

Description:

Hike at your own rhythm, exploring the eastern coast of the Island. It is a peninsula of volcanic origin, mostly made of basalt, but with some limestone sediment formations. At the end of it, there are two islets: Desembarcadouro Islet and Farol Islet. The semi-arid climate and exposure to northern winds explain the low vegetation and the absence of trees in this place, contrasting with the rest of the island. It is classified as a Partial Nature Reserve heritage site, home to rare plants and a diversified fauna.

Get picked up at your accommodation (Funchal, Caniço, Santa Cruz, Machico) with a shared transfer (up to 8 guests per van). Arrive at your destination and receive your hike instructions with scheduling and map explanation.

The hike is a round trip trail totaling 7.5 km in length. This hike will take you roughly 4 hours to complete. The elevation gain is not much and the altitude is around 100 meters sea level. Due to the easy level of hike experience, its family, senior and child friendly.

This experience includes two slots, although its recommended to do the sunrise slot (06.15am) to be able to witness an incredible experience. Guests will hike at their own pace, along the Atlantic Ocean, on a UNESCO Partial Reserve Hike.Explore the most incredible Natural Reserve of Madeira - PR8 Vereda da Ponta São Lourenço on a self-guided hike. Enjoy a convenient transfer to the start of the trail and get picked up and driven back at the end

Hike Information:

Duration: 4 hours

Extension: 6.8 km

Starting Point: Baia d Abra

Ending Point: Baia de Abra

Max Elevation: 120 m

Min Elevation: 50 m