Around the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo (April 15 to October 15)
Circle by boat around the Islet of Vila Franca do Campo, see and learn about the beautiful submerged volcano’s geology and living habitat!
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.
Full-Day 4×4 Safari: Sete Cidades and Lagoa do Fogo
Furnas Valley Full-Day Tour with a Local
Discover one of the most emblematic Villages of the Azores where the volcanic activity rises from the mountains
On this tour, exclusively private, you will be in contact with nature in a unique experience on an active volcano.
During this tour to Furnas, I will offer a unique combination of geothermal activities, natural beauty, local culture and relaxation, making it an attractive destination for visitors who want to experience something different and authentic with a local guide.
We will also visit the one and only beautiful tea plantation of Europe, "A Plantação de Chá da Gorreana".
Pick up at your hotel or accommodation
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
House Bali Furnas
Located 2.3 km from Lagoa das Furnas, 6.3 km from Pico do Ferro and 15 km from Lagoa do Congro, House Bali Furnas provides accommodation set in Furnas. This apartment is 27 km from Fire Lagoon and 90 metres from Parque Terra Nostra.
Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Fumarolas is 1 km away.
Accomodates up to 2 persons
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
Sailing tours – Private Full Day Sailboat Trip
Sailing tours – Private Half Day Sailboat Trip
Private Half Day Sailing tour w/ lunch on board
A marvellous trip aboard our modern and comfortable sailing boat, lasting around 4 hours, which can be enjoyed between 9am and 1pm throughout the morning or between 2pm and 6pm in the afternoon.
Includes bed and breakfast and a tasting menu with products from the Azores.
Minimum 1 pax / Maximum 5 pax
Sailing tours – Private Sunset Sailboat Trip
Private Sunset Sailing Tour
Enjoy a memorable 2.5 hour sail in the late afternoon, appreciating the beauty of the sunset as you've never seen it before in communion with the sail. Drinks and a tasting menu with products from the Azores included.
Standard time - 6.30pm to 9pm (the start time can be adjusted depending on the time of sunset)
Minimum 1 pax / Maximum 5 pax
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.
