Witness and bathe your body in the geothermal hot springs of the Azores in the evening or in the morning, during some kind of enchanting romantic grand adventure in the most exotic place on earth.

Also, in the region of Furnas district take pleasure in an old-fashioned exclusive, yummy but healthy recipe, prepared beneath the ground utilizing water vapor originating from Furnas volcano.

Selected Stop Locations:

• Viewpoint Stª Iria (Ribeira Grande)
• Visit Europe’s oldest tea plantation of Gorreana (Ribeira Grande)
• Viewpoint Pico do Ferro (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Visit the Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Visit the Caldeiras das Furnas (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Terra Nostra (optional) (Furnas, Vila da Povoação) or Poça da Dona Beija (optional) (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)

FREE PICK UP

9:00 am or 14:00 pm Pick up at the Hotel with the option to start early to enjoy the sun-rising ex. 7:00 am.

DROP OFF
13:30 / 18:30 Arrival at the Hotel / Same as departure

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The session begins with a brief explanation of the basics of snorkeling, equipment, and swimming techniques.

A theoretical and practical session explaining the basics of freediving at an introductory level, followed by a dive in the sea.

The practical session in the sea can take place around the Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo Nature Reserve, near the shipwrecks from the 16th century. Discover what the underwater world has to offer in the utmost comfort and safety.

Duration:

Half-day, morning or afternoon. Can be held on pre-set dates or on any other date agreed upon with the participants.

Requirements:

Must know how to swim.

Includes:

All necessary equipment and activity insurance with Civil Liability coverage of 20 million EUR.

The tour starts with a short briefing introducing the islet’s geology and wildlife, the nature reserve’s, and boat safety. Follow the Guide and Skipper to your designated boat for 5-minute travel by sea to the Islet.

Enjoy a boat exploration to see and admire the volcanic marvel and its notorious geological features and the seasonal highlights of marine life, with an enchanting narrative while circling the Ilhéu de Vila Franca do Campo.

A beautiful exposed relic of an oceanic volcanic cone and unique wildlife-thriving maritime sanctuary sculpted by the forces of sea and seismic activity, for Birds and Fish to even Lightfoot Crabs, it is especially life-rich from Fall to Spring! It is also a prominent influential factor in Vila Franca do Campo and the island’s history, a representation of the resilient embrace of life on the edge of the Atlantic.

Your guide will keep you informed on what you are observing and is available for any specific questions – feel free to ask! After the boat tour it is time to head back to the Marina for check-out.

We recommend you to be at the specified time registration and briefing. Eat light, bring your personal water supply, sunscreen and chapstick for the Sun, and warm clothing since temperatures may vary. Light food is permitted onboard, and a Camera is essential, specially for photography lovers – please protect any electronics and personal equipment.

We do not recommend this tour to anyone pregnant, with weak back, in delicate health condition, nor to children under the age of 4.

Bathing is not permitted on this tour.

Getting Closer to the small village of Furnas, cherish the peaceful Lagoa da Furnas where you can see the widely recognized steams where locals put together a meal known as Cozido das Furnas which will be provided to customers.

Take a healthy warm bath safely contained in the well-known Hot Springs of Furnas, loosening up inside, surrounded by unique scenery of a restful and natural environment, which in turn, will fill your heart with memories of Azores.

Selected Stop Locations:

• Viewpoint Pisão
• Islet (View from Vila Franca)
• Ermida da Nossa Senhora da Paz (Vila Franca)
• Lagoa das Furnas (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Caldeiras das Furnas (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Terra Nostra (optional) or Poça da Dona Beija Thermal bath (optional) (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Viewpoint Pico do Ferro (Furnas, Vila da Povoação)
• Visit Tea factory of Gorreana (Ribeira Grande)
• Viewpoint Sta Iria

FREE PICK UP

9:00 am Pick up at the Hotel with the option to start early to enjoy the sun-rising ex. 7:00 am.

DROP OFF
17:00 Arrival at the Hotel / Same as departure

Duration

8 Hours

About

Full Day private tour for upto 4 people. You may customize this tour to go to Sete Cidade & Lagoa do Fogo, Furnas or Nordeste. This tour has lunch and drinks included.

Pick Up

Pick up at any hotel in Ponta Delgada between 09h00 and 09h15

Are you ready to tread paths that lead to breathtaking views, overcome obstacles, and create memories that will last a lifetime? Welcome to my trekking itinerary!

Our journey starts where the tarmac ends. We’ll leave behind the everyday and launch ourselves into an adventure that will take us through stunning landscapes, ancient forests and a majestic waterfall.

With each step, we’ll leave behind the familiar, embrace the unknown and make space for discovery!

This epic day end into a volcanic beach where you will be able to see the marine life of this island snorkeling around a underwater reef.

A marvellous tour aboard our modern and luxurious sailboat of around 22 nautical miles that can be enjoyed between 10am and 5pm throughout the day.

During this tour we will sail along the south coast of São Miguel Island to the islet of Vila Franca do Campo, then anchor in a bay or beach for swimming, snorkelling or paddle boarding or you can simply relax while enjoying our fantastic coastline and taking in the scenery while having lunch.

(Lunch on board with drinks included)