Private Full-Day Visit to Pico
This full day excursion to Pico takes about 8-9 hours, during which you will see on a very long day all the highlights of the neighboring Pico island. The tour is perfect for those visitors of Faial who want to get a full picture of Pico.Pico, all you need to see is an all inclusive trip from your accommodation in Faial, including the ferry transfers, to the main landmarks of Pico. Due to the size of the island, Pico is more than 60 km long, you will spend a lot of time in the car, but as a reward we will take you all around Pico island. Depending on the ferry schedules you will leave from Faial between 7 and 9 a.m. and return in the evening at around 4 and 6 p.m. At lunch time we will have a rich picnic in one of the recreational parks of Pico.
Sete Cidades, Mosteiros and Ferraria
We set off from Ponta Delgada towards Sete Cidades on the Covoada side with the following itinerary:
- Pico do Carvão viewpoint, Lagoa do Canário, Grota do Inferno viewpoint, Cerrado das Freiras viewpoint, Santiago Lagoon, Vista do Rei viewpoint.
Then we head down to the picturesque town of Sete Cidades, where we'll stroll along the banks of the green lagoon and visit the Church of São Nicolau. Next, we'll head to Mosteiros to enjoy its black sand beach and four islets. Finally, we'll visit Ponta da Ferraria, where you can take a hot dip in the sea, depending on the time of year and the tide.
This tour is available in Portuguese and English.
Princess Alice Bank (Diving with Mantas)
Diving with Mantas (Mobula tarapacana) is classed as one of the best dives in the Azores. It is located on an underwater bank called "Princesa Alice", about 45 nautical miles south of Faial Island, at a depth of 35 metres. In this experience, you'll have the chance to dive into the heart of the ocean with these majestic animals. Occasionally, you'll also have the chance to see Tuna (Katsuwonus pelamis), Barracudas (Sphyraena viridensis) and Lilies (Seriola rivoliana).
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 6 persons
Sunrise Climb at Pico Mountain & Piquinho (2351m) – Portugal’s Highest Peak
Unique boat tour to Capelinhos Volcano
We are the only company in Faial island which offers the original boat trips, called “Capelinhos Ocean Tours”. Being a partner of the Natural Park of the Azores and Geoparque Açores we want to share with you the unique beauty of our island and the natural monument Capelinhos volcano.
The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 6 persons
Departure is between 3pm on September, 5pm in June, July and August, in the new building, UNIT B-4.[downstairs], near pontoon "F”
Stand Up Paddle (SUP) beginner
Jeep Safari Tour – Half Day
Wild Escapes: Half-Day Jeep Safari Adventure on Terceira Island
Unleash Your Inner Explorer. Buckle up and prepare for an adrenaline-fueled journey through the heart of Terceira Island.
Our Half-Day Jeep Safari promises an off-road adventure like no other. Leave the ordinary.
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Individual Price |
205€ |
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Price per person (2 to 3 pax) |
95€ |
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Price per person (4 to 6 pax) |
60€ |
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Price per person (> 6 pax) |
50€ |
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Vila Franca Islet Reserve (October 16 to April 14)
See upclose a volcanic marvel – the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo off-coast protected natural reserve. Learn more about its geology, and living fauna and flora!
The tour starts with a short briefing introducing to the volcanic islet’s geology, plant and animal species that can be found, the nature reserve’s rules, and safety. Everyone will follow the Guide and Skipper to their designated boat, for 10 minutes travelling by sea to the Islet.
Full day: The Best of Terceira Island
Whale and Dolphin Watching Tour Pico Island
Lajes do Pico is one of the best places in the world in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean to observe various species of whales and dolphins.
Observe the world's largest marine animals on this whale-watching trip to Pico Island.
Bringing nature to life, the Azores are considered one of the best places in the world to spot ocean giants such as sperm whales and blue whales.
A marine reserve with growing numbers of resident and migratory cetaceans, explore the horizon to observe impressive breaches and the behaviour of porpoises at Pico Island in the Azores!
Meeting Point for the Tour:
ALOJAMENTO BELA VISTA
Av.marginal - 1
9930-121 Lajes do Pico
near the whaling museum
Please show up half an hour before the start of the tour, Thanks!
