08h30 – Meeting point (Ponta Delgada)
09h00 – Van ride to Furnas
10h00 – Bike ride around Furnas Lake
12h00 – Watch the stew being dugout
12h30 – Lunch
14h00 – Hike in Furnas
15h00 – Parque Terra Nostra
17h30 – Arrival at Ponta Delgada
80.00 €
We are going to explore Furnas, one of the most emblematic places of the island of São Miguel. Our day starts with a bike trail starting in furnas, going to the overview of Pico dos Milhos and then surrounding the lake of Furnas. There we can observe one of the active volcanoes of the island, appreciating its impressive lake and seeing the boiling waters where the local traditional stew is made. At the afternoon we will visit Furnas, which also known for one of the most impressive botanical gardens in Europe, comprising a huge variety of plants and trees, in addition to small ponds and streams. The main attraction of this incredible garden is a massive brownish geothermal water pool, where you can have a very relaxing and invigorating bath.
Day duration: Full Day
Difficulty: Easy
Trail extension: 10.5km
Lunch included
Price:
80€ per adult (from 12 years).
40€ per children (8-11 years) .
Minimum age: 8 years old.
Recommendations
Bring: walking boots or shoes, comfortable light clothes, sweater, raincoat, hat, sunblock, backpack, water, swimming suit and towel.
08h30 – Meeting point (Ponta Delgada)
09h00 – Van ride to Furnas
10h00 – Bike ride around Furnas Lake
12h00 – Watch the stew being dugout
12h30 – Lunch
14h00 – Hike in Furnas
15h00 – Parque Terra Nostra
17h30 – Arrival at Ponta Delgada