Sao Miguel Island Tour
Embark on an unforgettable safari through the highlights of São Miguel. Delight in a thrilling Whale Watching Tour, creating memories that will last a lifetime. Explore the renowned Furnas, where the famous “Cozido” is traditionally baked, infusing the air with tantalizing aromas. Each moment on this journey promises excitement and discovery, from encountering majestic marine life to savoring the flavors of local cuisine, ensuring an unforgettable adventure on the stunning island of São Miguel.
Specification: Sao Miguel Island Tour
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Arrive at the Nordela airport and private transfer.
Walking tour of Ponta Delgada, city centre and the local market. Follow to the amazing natural reserve of Lagoa do Fogo, with its astonishing views from the top of the crater’s border. Continue to Caldeira Velha, a warm iron rich waterfall, where one can have a dip to experience its warm waters. Return to hotel.
Day of experiences, starting with a visit to the Coal cave, located on the western part of Ponta Delgada. Continue to the pineapple plantations and learn all about this exotic fruit. In the afternoon get ready for a whale and dolphin watching experience. Although nature offers no guarantees, the whales and dolphins are regularly seen, along with turtles, seabirds, and other marine life.
Depart to Caldeiras da Lagoa, a place where the famous “cozido” is cooked by the underground vapours released by the volcano. Try this marvellous meal at lunch. Afterwards visit the village of Furnas, with its fumaroles and mineral springs that contain water with different tastes. Visit Terra Nostra botanical garden, with its extraordinary collection of native plants. Experience a bath in an iron-rich hot water swimming pool. Short break for a cup of tea at the tea plantations.
Experience the Jeep safari in the Island, drive to Sete Cidades, by road tracks which are used only by local farmers. After this adventurous and fun ride, lunch at a local restaurant. In the afternoon we emerge in a “back to the past” activity in a farm. Learn how to bake fresh bread and biscuits, milk a cow, plough the land, and participate in many other traditional activities.
Enjoy the experience of stand-up paddle or kayak in the lake’s calm waters of Sete Cidades, as well as a bike ride in the magic surrounding trails. Rest of the day at leisure. Dinner in local restaurant.
Breakfast at the hotel and private transfer.
What´s included
- 6 nights in 4-star accommodation
- Private transportation throughout and guided tours
- Meals as indicated
- 24 hours emergency number available
Excluded
- Any Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratitudes
- Any other meals than mentioned
Additional Information
All prices exclude airfares (unless specified), visa fees, travel insurance and any additional personal expenses.
Prices are per person sharing a double room. Single and triple rooms rates are available upon request.
Dates, itineraries and prices are indicative and subject to change based on the season.
Hotels mentioned in the itinerary may change due to availability, but will always be of equivalent or higher category.
Some countries charge additional destination taxes per person or per night that can only be paid directly at the location.
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