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Descent to Caldeira do Faial – The Perfect Adventure
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Non-refundable
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4 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese, English
Overview
The ascent to the mountain of Pico and the descent to the Caldeira do Faial are two adventures that complement each other. These activities are recommended for true nature lovers.
Enter this exclusive trail inside the largest volcanic crater on the island of Faial. On 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.
Please read the "Necessary information for travelers" section.
What's Included
- Entrance ticket to the Faial Island Natural Park
- insurance
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Round-trip hotel transport
- Accompaniment with guide of the Faial Natural Park
- Bilingual guide (Portuguese and English)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
Please wait at the beginning of the street, next to the bus stop. On the other side of the street there is a yellow house. The guide will be in a gray Opel van.
Start time
09:30 AM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
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Pickup details
• Transfer for the tour will be outside the reception of your hotel/accommodation in Horta or at the Maritime Terminal. The guide will be in a gray Opel van.
What To Expect
This is a special trail, located within a Natural Reserve available only with a certified guide.
We start by going down this fantastic trail with a privileged view of the interior of the Caldeira (one of the largest and most impressive craters in the Azores), where we will see various examples of lush vegetation. Two thirds of all the endemic vegetation of the Azores are present here, making this place an authentic natural botanical garden.
After the descent we will see the fountain inside and then head towards the intermittent lake where you can take the opportunity to take a walk on the water while enjoying the magic of this place. It will be like being in Jurassic Park!
Please read the "More Information" section.
Additional Info
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- Important: This trail is located in a humid habitat, so it is common to find flooded areas where we will have to cross, it also has very narrow passages and places that, in order to progress, it is necessary to use your hands to make small climbs and overcome obstacles. For a safe experience, we recommend that participants are in shape, have physical strength and are used to taking challenging walks in nature.
- What to bring: Comfortable footwear and clothing suitable for mountain hiking (weather conditions can vary quickly).
- Mandatory: Hiking boots/shoes (tennis shoes and other types of shoes with flat soles are not acceptable for this hike).
- Important: bring at least 1lt of water and a small snack for when we arrive at the base of the Caldeira.
- If participants are not in good physical shape to carry out this walk safely, and if they are not adequately equipped and advised, the guide may cancel this activity (no refund). In case the guide has to cancel the descent to the Caldeira, the procedure will be as follows: 1 (if there are no other participants), an alternative hike will be suggested. 2 (if there are more participants), customers will have to return to the starting point, and wait for the group to return, or, return to the accommodation (in this case, the expenses are the responsibility of the customer).
- In case of cancellation due to bad weather, the amount paid will be refunded, except for the amount of €4 per person relating to the entrance fee to the Faial Natural Park.
Operated by Trilhos R - Azores Tours
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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