Pico Mountain Climb the Highest Point of Portugal 2351m
4.9 (241 reviews) · Mountain House, Pico, Pico · Operator: GOclimb Azores
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Groups up to 10
- Offered in: Portuguese, English, Italian, French, Spanish
- Mobile ticket
- Departures 06:00, 08:30, daily
Editor’s take Roman Antonov · 6 best hiking tours in the Azores, choice 1 of 6
I'd book this if your Mount Pico plans might change. A certified guide leads the climb. Adult tickets start at €89. Allow 8 hours.
I'd choose between the 06:00 and 08:30 departures. You climb to Piquinho at 2,351 m. Groups have up to 10 people. Photos and videos are included.
Make your own way to the Mountain House. Meals aren't included. Cancel at least 24 hours before departure for a full refund.
What’s included
- Professional Certified Mountain Guide
- Pictures and Videos of the Tour
- All Fees and Taxes
- Hiking Poles / Walking Sticks
- Personal Insurance
- Meals
Meeting point
Meeting point
Meet at the Mountain House, where hikers check in for the Natural Reserve. Parking and toilets are available.
Hotel pickup is not included.
End point
The climb ends back at the Mountain House.
Itinerary
- Mountain House briefing
Check in at the Mountain House. The group meets for a briefing. You receive hiking poles.
- Mount Pico climb
You climb with a certified mountain guide. You learn about volcanoes and the islands' biodiversity.
- Piquinho summit
The summit is Portugal's highest point at 2,351 m.
- Return to the Mountain House
The climb ends back at the meeting point.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the trip starts. Later cancellations get no refund.
Know before you go
- Meet at the Mountain House on Pico.
- Tickets cover ages 12 to 65.
- You need a high level of fitness.
- Give this one a miss if you're pregnant or have spinal injuries or poor cardiovascular health.
- Toilets are available at the Mountain House.
- Booking confirmation is instant.
Reviews
98% of reviewers gave 4 or 5 stars. 22 reviews on Viator (4.9) and 219 on Tripadvisor (4.9), as shown on Viator on . I don’t have the review texts.
Photos
From the GOclimb Azores listing, with the operator’s captions.
From the operator
In GOclimb Azores’s own words, from the listing.
A challenge in the right measure, which you will certainly remember for the rest of your life. Come with us to make the most of every moment with the security and motivation that only an experienced guide can provide. During the adventure, you will learn more about the volcanoes and biodiversity of the Azores, with the professional guides who accompany you.
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