Half day Tour: Algar do Carvão – Lava Route

Half day Tour: Algar do Carvão – Lava Route

Includes: 3 hours (approx.) • Pick up & Drop off* • Portuguese, English and Spanish • Minibus/Minivan

Departure

Time: 02h00 PM

Arrival

Time: 05h00 PM

Difficulty

Easy

Description

Explore the geology of Terceira Island, a true jewel sculpted by the force of volcanoes over millennia. Feel the tranquility of Lagoa das Patas and the amazing cryptomerias.  

Walk through the lava tube of the Gruta do Natal, an excellent way of travelling through the formation of the island. 

Experience the volcanic activity of the Earth’s interior on a visit to Furnas do Enxofre.  

Go on an adventure to Algar do Carvão**, one of the few visitable volcanoes in the world.  

Every step you take on Terceira Island is a journey deep into the origin of the Earth, where Nature is in perfect harmony.

• Lagoa das Patas;  

• Gruta do Natal; 

• Furnas do enxofre; 

• Algar do Carvão** (is temporarily closed) 

What’s included?

• Entrance to Algar do Carvao;
• Entrance to the Gruta do Natal;
• Professional certified driver/guide;
• Civil liability insurance;
• Personal accident insurance;
• *Pick up and drop off at hotels and guesthouses close to the center of Angra do Heroísmo. Outside this area, it is possible but there is an extra fee.

What should you be aware of?

• Minimum 2 people;
• Children aged 6 to 10 years old 50% discount;
• Children up to 5 years old free;
• Comfortable shoes;
• Light rain or windbreaker jacket.
• **Algar do Carvão is temporarily closed.

Cancellations

Customers will receive a full refund or credit if cancellation is made up to 24 hours before the activity starts. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding cancellation and refund options. In case of no-show, the full amount will be charged.