Furnas, Tea Plantation and Vila Franca do Campo
We set off from Ponta Delgada in the direction of Furnas along the north coast and on the way we stopped at the Gorreana Tea Factory. Once in Furnas we have the following itinerary planned:
- Pico do Ferro viewpoint
- Furnas Lagoon and its boilers
- Terra Nostra Park or Poça da D. Beija
On the way back to Ponta Delgada, we drive along the south side of the island and make the following stops:
- Lagoa do Congro
- Castelo Branco Viewpoint
- Senhora da Paz Viewpoint
- Vila Franca do Campo Queijada Factory
This tour is available in Portuguese and English
Pink House – Horta
Lagoa do Fogo, Caldeira Velha and Salto do Cabrito
We set off from Ponta Delgada towards Lagoa do Fogo where we will visit the various viewpoints that give us various angles of this lagoon; then we descend to the Caldeira Velha complex where you can bathe in the warm waters surrounded by the Laurissilva Forest. After this relaxation, we'll descend even further to the Salto do Cabrito waterfall, where our tour ends.
This tour is available in Portuguese and English
Pico Mountain Day Climb
Climbing Mount Pico will undoubtedly be one of the highlights of the holiday!
It is a real adventure that requires a good basic level of fitness.
We start the climb at Casa da Montanha. From there, it is about three hours to the summit. Once at the top, it’s full of breathtaking views. The descent is the toughest part of the climb, but we are by your side with tips and tricks to make it as smooth as possible.
It is an activity not to be missed and one that will stay with you for the rest of your life. A natural landscape like you’ve never seen before!
10 Volcanoes Trail – Private Tour Faial
Full-Day 4×4 Safari: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
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
Whale and Dolphins Watching
Azores stands out as one of the prime destinations for Whale Watching globally. With a recorded presence of 28 whale and dolphin species, comprising approximately 33% of the recognized cetacean species worldwide.
Meeting Point: Marina de Angra, OceanEmotion office
Meeting time: From June to September: 8.15 AM - From October to May 8.30 AM
Duration ca. 3-3.30h
* The trip is shared with other participants and requires a minimum of 1 persons to a maximum of 10
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
