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Return to Caldeira do Faial

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:03
The Caldeira is a crater of a dormant volcano with about 400 thousand years that is located in the central part of the island of Faial, it has a diameter of 2000 meters and a depth of 400 meters.Get ready to see the fantastic landscapes of the interior of this crater, which is one of the largest in the Azores, as well as all the parishes that exist around the island along this trail at over 900 meters of altitude.

Caldeira do Faial Descent - private hiking tour

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:01
The Caldeira of Faial has been a natural reserve since 1972 (category I – IUCN). It’s a volcanic collapse crater with unique characteristics. Since the Caldeira of Faial Descent is such a special experience, Faial Natural Park controls the access to the bottom, issuing only a limited number of permits. For this reason, a Certified Guide is mandatory for the Caldeira Descent.The trail is difficult because it is very narrow and steep and, sometimes, scrambling is necessary.

Banana Trip - Full day private tour to Pico with Round Trip from Faial

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 10:01
The Banana Trip is a full day cultural tour in Pico island. Usually, we focus on the South coast of Pico island. We will learn about the wine culture and the UNESCO World Heritage vineyards landscape. And we will better understand the importance of the Azores Whaling culture, by visiting a few heritage sites, like the Whaling Museum. A traditional lunch is included at Lajes village. In between, we will appreciate several natural tide pools and visit the interior of the island, Pico Central Plateau. We call it Banana Trip, because the final goal is to visit our own banana plantation.

Descent to Caldeira do Faial

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:58
Enter this exclusive trail inside the largest volcanic crater on the island of Faial. In this descent of about 400 meters (vertically), you will find the vegetation that covered the island before its settlement and feel what it is like to be in the center of one of the largest craters in the Azores. It is undoubtedly a unique experience, not to be missed during your visit to Faial.

Half Day Tour (4h) - Faial Island

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:58
Are you passing through Faial and want to know the most emblematic places on the island? This is the tour for you!Discover the imposing Caldeira, the Capelinhos Volcano and the viewpoints with privileged views of the nearest islands, Pico, São Jorge and Graciosa.On our part, you can count on a high level of professionalism, good mood and dedication to enjoy a unique experience.

Full Day Tour (7/8h) - Faial Island

Submitted by admin on Tue, 03/07/2023 - 09:58
Do not miss the opportunity to discover the island of Faial in one day with regional lunch included in a typical restaurant.You will get to know one of the largest volcanic craters in the Azores, the roads flanked by hydrangeas and various species of endemic vegetation, the most recent volcano in Portugal, the Parque Florestal do Capelo and the largest beach on the island, where you can take a dip or go for a swim.