A World Class Trail Running Adventure on Europe's Most Dramatic Island

The archipelago of Madeira is situated in the north Atlantic Ocean, southwest of Portugal. It is famous for its wine, local food, historical and cultural value, immensely beautiful and lush landscape, and of course, incredible mountain trails that ‘Trail Run Adventures’ fell in love with. We will explore all of the main corners of the island, the high points of Pico Ruivo and its neighbouring peaks, ancient levadas, waterfalls, tunnels, sandy and rocky beaches, and the famous city of Funchal.

Madeira
June 7, 2026 - June 14, 2026
Level 3 (Moderate)

What's Included

• Airport transfers and all transportation while in Madeira
• Accommodation at the stunning Quinta do Furao (based on twin/double shared rooms. Single room upgrade is $800
• Breakfast buffet, packed lunches, and dinner at the delicious Quinta do Furao restaurant
• All dietary requirements can be catered to
• Equipment for all adventures
• Whale/Dolphin watching tour on a private Catamaran
• Local guides
• Yoga/Stretch/Core Strength
• A guaranteed great time! Run the trails, activities beyond the trail, and an all-inclusive accommodation experience.

Cost

$2,995 USD
$800 Single Occupancy Upgrade

Itinerary

Day 1: Arrival
Arrive in Funchal

Day 2: Run & Hike Pico Ruivo
Starting at Teixeira, running up high above the clouds to Pico Ruivo and then following the unique pathway connecting to Pico Areeiro. Arrive at the restaurant for any extra energy bites you need to get you to the finish. Amazing to see the 360 views of the entire island!

Day 3: Run the Coastal Ridges, Machico - Porto Da Cruz
Your day includes a hearty breakfast buffet, a 20km coastal run on one of the most stunning trails around - traversing from Machico to Porta Da Cruz with amazing ocean views, a post-run lunch at a local restaurant, exhilarating surf lessons with all gear provided, a restorative evening of yoga, stretching, and core strength, and a delicious dinner back at the hotel.

Day 4: Canyoning Adventure
Fuel up with a hearty breakfast buffet before an unforgettable 3-4 hour canyoning adventure (with all gear provided), then unwind with an evening of yoga, stretching, and core strength, and finish the day with a delicious dinner at the hotel.

Day 5: Run Levadas, Ribeiro Frio - Portela
Begin the day with a hearty breakfast buffet before a 12km run along the famous levadas of Madeira, then a scenic shuttle to Funchal, where you'll explore the city before boarding a luxurious private catamaran for an unforgettable afternoon of whale and dolphin watching, tea and drinks, and water activities, ending with a delightful dinner back at the hotel.

Day 6: SVK Race, or Rest Day
After a nourishing breakfast buffet, choose your own adventure - take on the exhilarating Vertical Kilometer race, or enjoy a restful day with an optional massage or island excursion (additional cost), and pick up your race packets before savoring lunch and dinner at the hotel.

Day 7: Today is the Ultra Skyrunning Madeira Race Day!
Begin with a hearty breakfast buffet befor shuttles take you to your race - then celebrate your finish with a festive pasta party lunch at the race venue, and close out the trip with a memorable goodbye dinner and drinks back at the hotel.

Day 8: Departure
After heartfelt goodbyes, take your shuttle to the airport - or extend your adventure with extra nights in Madeira, where we're happy to recommend unforgettable activities.

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