Description
Know the best spots of the island actively.
Learn about the local Flora, Fauna and Geology.
Possibility to swim and do some snorkelling or to have a bath at the local hot springs.
The Azores are know for their excellent hiking trails and the beautiful views of the mountains and the ocean surrounding the islands. Your hike may include paths between ridges and crevices, forests, waterfalls, springs, lakes and fumaroles.
We will also provide you with all the information about the flora, fauna and geology of the place.
At your request we can include geocaching or a treasure hunting game.
The trail starts in the south part of the island in a dirt road. We will start ascending until reaching a water channel from which the trail runs for more or less 2 km. Then you will find yourself in a more open area with big slopes and after passing through several springs we will reach the lake. After resting and enjoying the picnic lunch we will return enjoying the majestic views of the Ocean and the southern coast of São Miguel island.
We offer several possibilities for different walking tours. We combine the walking tours with the possibility to swim or do some snorkelling at the sea or to enjoy some baths at local hot springs. At your request we can also enrich and make the walking tour more fun with treasure hunting games or geocaching.
You can chose and book online 4 regular tours described below:
LAGOA DO FOGO
With this tour you will know one of the most untouched and beautiful lakes of the island. You will walk toward the youngest stratovolcano of the island and through natural protected areas. We have two possibilities that will be chosen depending from weather and security conditions :
– NORTH RIM TOUR
Description: We will walk through the north rim with the beautiful view of the lake in one side and the northern coast of the island at the other side. In one point we start to descend to the lake passing over several small streams inside the forest and before arriving to the pumice beach at the lake. Enjoy your picnic lunch at the quietness of the lake before starting ascending up to the car.
After: During warm seasons we will invite you to enjoy the Atlantic ocean with refreshing bath at Caloura or at the natural pools of Lagoa. Possibility to do snorkelling. During other seasons you can enjoy some baths at the thermal springs in Caldeira Velha or enjoy the imposing waterfall of Salto do Cabrito.
Note: Bring long hiking trousers to protect yourself from scratches. This trail can be quite muddy and slippery in some areas with some tall steps.
🧳 THINGS TO BRING:
- Swimwear and towel;
- Suitable and confortable clothing and footwear (please note it is important to protect from the wind, the sun and rain. In the mountains it can also be cold;
- Sunblock and hat;
- Your personal water bottle;
- Backpack to carry your personal thinks and lunch.
✔ INCLUDED:
- Guide;
- Insurances;
- Light lunch or picknick;
- Trekking poles;
- Snack or drinks.
- Pick up/drop off
Know the best spots of the island actively.
Learn about the local Flora, Fauna and Geology.
Possibility to swim and do some snorkelling or to have a bath at the local hot springs.
The Azores are know for their excellent hiking trails and the beautiful views of the mountains and the ocean surrounding the islands. Your hike may include paths between ridges and crevices, forests, waterfalls, springs, lakes and fumaroles.
We will also provide you with all the information about the flora, fauna and geology of the place.
At your request we can include geocaching or a treasure hunting game.
The trail starts in the south part of the island in a dirt road. We will start ascending until reaching a water channel from which the trail runs for more or less 2 km. Then you will find yourself in a more open area with big slopes and after passing through several springs we will reach the lake. After resting and enjoying the picnic lunch we will return enjoying the majestic views of the Ocean and the southern coast of São Miguel island.
We offer several possibilities for different walking tours. We combine the walking tours with the possibility to swim or do some snorkelling at the sea or to enjoy some baths at local hot springs. At your request we can also enrich and make the walking tour more fun with treasure hunting games or geocaching.
You can chose and book online 4 regular tours described below:
LAGOA DO FOGO
With this tour you will know one of the most untouched and beautiful lakes of the island. You will walk toward the youngest stratovolcano of the island and through natural protected areas. We have two possibilities that will be chosen depending from weather and security conditions :
– NORTH RIM TOUR
Description: We will walk through the north rim with the beautiful view of the lake in one side and the northern coast of the island at the other side. In one point we start to descend to the lake passing over several small streams inside the forest and before arriving to the pumice beach at the lake. Enjoy your picnic lunch at the quietness of the lake before starting ascending up to the car.
After: During warm seasons we will invite you to enjoy the Atlantic ocean with refreshing bath at Caloura or at the natural pools of Lagoa. Possibility to do snorkelling. During other seasons you can enjoy some baths at the thermal springs in Caldeira Velha or enjoy the imposing waterfall of Salto do Cabrito.
Note: Bring long hiking trousers to protect yourself from scratches. This trail can be quite muddy and slippery in some areas with some tall steps.
🧳 THINGS TO BRING:
- Swimwear and towel;
- Suitable and confortable clothing and footwear (please note it is important to protect from the wind, the sun and rain. In the mountains it can also be cold;
- Sunblock and hat;
- Your personal water bottle;
- Backpack to carry your personal thinks and lunch.
✔ INCLUDED:
- Guide;
- Insurances;
- Light lunch or picknick;
- Trekking poles;
- Snack or drinks.
- Pick up/drop off
Sensation Details
For lovers of:
Smell the Nature and Sun Water and Fun.
Risk level:
Medium
Duration:
08:00 Hours
GPS Location:
Meeting point:
At your Accommodation
Translator:
Human
Translation for:
English, Portuguese
Useful Information
Customers:
Minimum: 2 Maximum: 8
Children:
Allowed (Up to the age of 10)
Reservation:
Within: 24 hours
Prices (Per Person)
Adults:
55.00 €
Children:
41.25 €
Payment To Provider
Pays accepted:
Cash ; Wire Transfer ;
Vouchers accept:
['Paper', 'Electronic']
Detailed Start Times (2024)
Month(s):
January - December
Hour(s):
09:00h
Detailed Start Times (2025)
Month(s):
Standard
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Sensation Details
For lovers of:
Smell the Nature and Sun Water and Fun.
Risk level:
Medium
Duration:
08:00 Hours
GPS Location:
Meeting point:
At your Accommodation
Translator:
Human
Translation for:
English, Portuguese
Useful Information
Customers:
Minimum: 2 Maximum: 8
Children:
Allowed (Up to the age of 10)
Babies:
Not Allowed (Up to the age of 3)
Reservation:
Within: 24 hours
Prices (Per Person)
Adults:
55.00 €
Children:
41.25 €
Payment To Provider
Pays accepted:
Cash ; Wire Transfer ;
Vouchers accept:
['Paper', 'Electronic']
Detailed Start Times (2024)
Month(s):
January - December
Hour(s):
09:00h
Detailed Start Times (2025)
Month(s):
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