Nordeste
Into the Wild AzoresTime to explore the beautiful village of Nordeste with heart-warming viewpoints, natural parks, unforgettable landscapes, and tempting waterfalls covered by the Macaronesian vegetation.
Duration: Full-Day 8 hrs
9:00 am Pick up at the Hotel
DROP OFF
17:00 / 18:00 Arrival at the Hotel / Same as departure
Description
Time to explore the beautiful village of Nordeste with heart-warming viewpoints, natural parks, unforgettable landscapes, and tempting waterfalls covered by the Macaronesian vegetation.
Selected Stop Locations:
- Viewpoint Sta Iria View
- Tea factory of Gorreana (Ribeira Grande)
- Natural park of Ribeira dos Caldeirões (Nordeste)
- Viewpoint Vigia das Baleias; (Algarvia)
- Vila do Nordeste ( visiting the center )
- Viewpoint Ponta do Arnel (Nordeste)
- Viewpoint Vista dos Barcos (Nordeste)
- Viewpoint Ponta do Sossego (Nordeste)
- Viewpoint Ponta da Madrugada (Nordeste)
- Àgua Retorta (Passing)
- Viewpoint Pôr-do-Sol (Povoação)
- Vila da Povoação (visiting the center)
FREE PICK UP
9:00 am Pick up at the Hotel
DROP OFF
17:00 / 18:00 Arrival at the Hotel / Same as departure
Additional information
What to Bring
- We prescribe light shoes in the summer, and hiking boots for the winter season.
- Feel free to bring some sandwiches and liquids to refresh yourself during the trip.
- Wear closed-toe shoes with rubber soles (such as tennis shoes or hiking boots).
- Sandals and shoes with high heels are not recommended. Wear comfortable clothing.
- We recommend you dress in layers as temperatures can change quickly. In the cooler months (November through March), we suggest you bring a light sweater or jacket. Bring a hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen before the tour.
- Don’t forget your camera or video camera – the photo opportunities are amazing!
Inclusions
- Passionate and cautious driver with a local guide
- Guided nature walk (geared to the abilities of the guests in the van)
- Insurance
- Lunch
- Pick-up and drop-off inside the city of Ponta Delgada
Exclusions
- Entrance fees
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