Shearwaters are a group of small to medium sized seabirds belonging to Petrel Family. The species Calonectris Borealis (Cory’s Shearwater) nests in the Azores in spring. In October the SOS Cagarro campaign is launched every year to rescue stranded birds and release them into the Ocean.
The island of Faial has an extensive network of well-marked hiking trails and paths for every kind of hiking enthusiast, from unexperienced to ultra-fit.
Here’s the 10 best hiking trails in Faial
There are a number of beaches and natural pools in Faial, one white sandy beach, a handful of black sand stretches and various natural or semi-natural pools that should be enough for almost every traveller’s relax, sunbathing and swimming need.
When the weather is nice, the sunsets on the southwest coast of Faial are nothing short of spectacular!
Breathtaking aerial view of Pico Island, Azores, captured by drone during summer—revealing the stunning Portuguese archipelago from above.
Discover Morro de Castelo Branco, an ancient volcanic formation on Faial Island, perfect for birdwatching and breathtaking views of the Azores coastline.
Just 65 years ago the island of Faial, in the Azores, was 2,4 square kilometres smaller, and had more than twice the population it has today.
Capelinhos, the volcano, was just one of the thousands of submerged dormant cone off the coast of the island of Faial, in the Azores archipelago
Discover the unique blend of Portuguese and local architectural styles that define the Azores islands’ distinctive charm.
Discover a natural optical illusion in the Azores – a hill that looks like it’s wearing a mask with giant eyebrows!
Discover Horta, Faial’s vibrant city in the Azores. Its sheltered harbor is a top sailing destination with a lush marina attracting tourists worldwide.
A collection of Webcams in the Azores. Do you own a webcam? Contact us to add it to this page!
Azores and Covid 19. Rules and regulation for the entire Azorean Archipelago. What is required, what you need to do before and during your stay in the Azores
