Overview
1 hour
Mobile ticket
We provide the most economical and reliable touristic bus tour service between Pico Ruivo and Pico do Areeiro. Our driver is fluent in English and during the journey provides some interesting facts about the island. We provide a service that allows hikers to plan their return beforehand and in a safe and way.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Children below the age of 12, are not allowed.
What To Expect
You can easily book this return journey 5 minutes beforehand, in case of availability of seats. This return journey starts at Achada do Teixeira, where we pick you up on time. We then follow all the way to Santana, Ribeiro Frio, Poiso and all the way up to Pico do Areeiro. At Pico do Areeiro, our driver will do its best to leave you right next to your vehicle or at where you began your journey. Children below the age of 12 years old are not authorized to take this journey.
Options
Transfer from Achada do Teixeira to Pico do Arieiro
Pickup included
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
21 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Highly recommended
Pedro M,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent transfer service! Everything was perfectly organized, and the driver was punctual, friendly, and professional throughout the experience. The ride back from Achada do Teixeira to Pico do Areeiro was comfortable, and the great playlist was an unexpected bonus after a long hike. Thank you for the excellent service and for making the end of our adventure even more enjoyable.
5 Stars, great drive :)
M304ULchristinaa,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The driver was kind, reliable and easy to communicate with. He provided clear information, arrived on time & made the journey very comfortable. I would happily book again.
Very good shuttle.
enricoa387,May 30, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent service before the trip, precise explanation of the meeting point, and driver and vehicle. It was a very pleasant ride, always very safe, and Fabio had a good driving style.
Super service, great driver
Ina Z,May 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Brilliant service! Fabio was prompt, got in touch with us in advance and gave all the details needed for the meet up. He made sure that we’re comfortable and it was a safe and smooth ride. Thank you!
Great transfer!
125manonv,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very nice driver and drive! On time, nice driving, all great!
Great experience and definitely recommendable!
DanFei,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our driver Fabio drove us quickly and safely to our destination back to the parking lot of Pico do Arieiro. In advance we were informed via Whattsapp about the exact pick-up location and got a photo of the pick-up vehicle, which made things very easy and we would use this service again and again and can recommend it accordingly very well! Especially since the PR1 is currently only released in one direction and you don't have many options for the way back.
Everythink was perfekt
903hubertf,May 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The driver Fabio was very nice and professional
Very good transfer
steffip970,May 1, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a nice transfer! Clear communication, exactly on time on the pickup spot and very friendly driver!
A short walk, but impressive
91astaa,Apr 4, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very helpful company, friendly driver Fabio. The walk is quite short, but really impressive.
Top arranged!
Stefan L,Aug 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fast, on time and well and reliably arranged all!! Evening booked in advance, direct contact and made impressive walk possible!
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