Tours & Accommodations in Faial Island, Azores
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CARAVELA – Double Room, En-suite Bathroom
Diving with sharks
Join us on this most exciting excursion! These trips take place from July to September, and we go to the dive site in semi-rigid boats, so it's a half-day trip. On this trip, you'll have the opportunity to see one of the fastest fish in the ocean, the blue shark (Prionace glauca). It's a once-in-a-lifetime experience, where you have the chance to be in the world of this incredible predator.
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 4 persons
Full-Day Private Tour of Faial
The full day tour takes about 7-8 hours and leads you to all points of interest of Faial. The Faial, everything in one day is perfect for visitors who want to know more about Faial, its history and its people.The tour leads you along the southern coast from Horta to the volcano of Capelinhos. At lunch time, we will have a rich picnic in one of the recreational parks of Faial. In the afternoon you will visit the Caldeira, see the lighthouse of Riberinha destroyed by an earthquake and then go to one of the best sandy beaches of the Azores.
Coastal Diving
The Azores are undoubtedly one of the best diving destinations in the Atlantic. Our diving season runs from April to October. Our dive sites are very diverse and can cater for all preferences and levels of experience, with more than 20 dive sites between the islands of Faial and Pico.
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 3 persons
Caldeira Descent – Private Tour in Faial
The Caldeira of Faial has been a natural reserve since 1972 (category I – IUCN). It’s a volcanic collapse crater with unique characteristics. Since the Caldeira of Faial Descent is such a special experience, Faial Natural Park controls the access to the bottom, issuing only a limited number of permits. For this reason, a certified guide is mandatory for the Caldeira Descent.
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
ESCUNA – Single Room, Shared Bathroom
Casa da Boa Vista
Casas da Boa Vista is located in Horta, 12 km from Caldeira and 24 km from Capelinhos. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property. The accommodation comes with a seating area. Some units include a terrace and/or balcony with sea or mountain views. There is also a kitchen, equipped with an oven, microwave and toaster. A fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. Every unit has a private bathroom with a bath. Free private parking is available at the holiday home. The area is popular for diving. Guests can enjoy various activities in the surroundings, including cycling, fishing and hiking. The nearest airport is Horta Airport, 15.5 km from Casas da Boa Vista.
Full Day Island Tour – Faial
These expeditions allow us to find and pass through hidden places, with unexpected and breathtaking natural landscapes, through less "usual" paths and shortcuts.
The Full Day expedition starts at 9.30am and lasts approximately 7 hours.
Pick Up :
Your hotel (whenever the accommodation is in Horta) or our office:
Edifício Das Atividades Marítimo-Turísticas da Horta. Unit B-1 (Horta Marina, Santa Cruz Quay) or
Horta Quay (Ferry Terminal).
* If the accommodation or point of departure is not in Horta, an extra supplement per journey will apply
* Please see our terms and conditions and cancellation policy below
Private Half-Day Hike Around the Caldeira
Hiking around the Caldeira is an experience you should not miss out if you visit Faial. This collapsed volcanic cone is one of the main landmarks of Faial. With 2 km in diameter it is an impressive reminder of the force of nature. The trail around the perimeter is about 7 km long and can be done in two to three hours. The hike around the Caldeira is physically easy, but those suffering from vertigo might find a couple of well secured passages a bit of a challenge. This hike is only worthwhile to be done if the weather is clear and the wind is not too strong. You will be rewarded with stunning views of the neighbouring islands and the untouched nature.
Haven Hill
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
