Mount Pico Day Climb
Tripix AzoresGet ready to embark on a breathtaking ascent to the summit of Mount Pico, the tallest point in Portugal. Begin your journey at sunrise, where the golden light enhances every step of this challenging and rewarding adventure.
Duration – 7 to 9 Hours
Meeting point – Mountain House
Age – 12+
Activity details
- Professional and Certified Mount Pico Guide
- Mount Pico Natural Reserve access fee
- Quechua® Hiking poles
- Climbing Technology® or Yaktrax® Crampons (Winter)
- Informative Manual Climb
- Personal Accident Insurance
- Climbing Certificate of Achievement
✖ Transfer from Tripix Office at Madalena – Mountain House – Tripix Office at Madalena upon request and subject to availability
✖ This activity doesn’t include meals – Lunch Box upon request
- Mountaineering activity
- Medium to high difficulty level
- Maximum altitude: 2,351 mt/7,713 ft
- Active and adventure tourism experience
- Insights into volcanology
Additional information
Please refer to the attached Manual Climb.
- Group discount available
- Good physical fitness and experience on steep trails required
- It is mandatory to present yourself with proper mountain boots and equipment suitable for the activity. Failure to meet these requirements may result in exclusion from the climb, including by decision of the Mountain House, without the right to a refund
- Children only from 5 years old (upon request)
- For climbs with children, we recommend a private climb
- Private climb available upon request and subject to availability
- A single participant will be included in an existing group if available; otherwise, a solo traveler fee applies
- Transfers (upon request)
- Lunch Box (upon request)
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Please refer to the attached Manual Climb.
- Transfer from Tripix Office at Madalena - Mountain House - Tripix Office at Madalena upon request and subject to availability.
- This activity doesn’t include meals - Lunch Box upon request. If requested, confirmed information about the meal type (regular, vegetarian, vegan, or any dietary restrictions) must be provided at least 72 hours before the activity. We cannot guarantee any adjustments with shorter notice, and no refunds will be issued in such cases.
- Children only from 5 years old (upon request). For climbs with children, we recommend a private tour.
- Damaged equipment fee: Hiking poles – €10 each.
- In case you have a drone, you must complete this FORM selecting the option ""[PICO01] Reserva Natural da Montanha do Pico.""
All participants must be in good physical condition and motor coordination. Please inform Tripix Azores in advance if any participant has physical restrictions, especially in the lower limbs, fear of heights (vertigo), mental health restrictions, heart problems, asthma, diabetes, pregnancy, or other health conditions. Participants should not have been diving 24 hours before the climb. Sedentary individuals and adults over 65 who are not used to physical activities may be required to provide a medical certificate. We recommend physical and mental preparation in advance.
Product Location
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