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Private Caves Tour with a Geologist
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5 Hours
Mobile ticket
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese, English
Overview
Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano?
In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or visit a local organic farm where coffee trees grow side-by-side with tropical fruits (banana, papaya, passion-fruit...). You will be able to meet the farm owners and learn from them while trying the locally produced coffee and other delicacies according to the season. If you'd like to take a dip in one of our natural pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit.
The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.
The Caves are open on afternoon (14:00 - 18:00 summer / 14:30 - 17:30 winter). Between October and April close on Sundays, Mondays and Thursday.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
- Geologist expert guide
- Snacks
- Infant's car seats
- Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
- Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
Start time
01:30 PM
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We will pick you up at your hotel in Angra or at the meeting point, main square (Praça Velha) just in front of the city hall.
What To Expect
Gruta do Natal
Lava tube, the cave spreads horizontally where you one can see small detailed lava forms. Some low ceiling areas that require care, so not recommended for those with mobility issues.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Furnas do Enxofre
Ground steaming area with sulfur vents, there is a small circular walking path to best view the unique flora and geology of the area.
30 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Algar do Carvao
Volcanic chimney, the cave spreads mostly vertically. One can appreciate the monumental wide rooms.
45 Minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
Rocky beach area from where you can see the southwest coast and, if the weather allows, São Jorge and Pico Islands.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Angra do Heroismo
Small family farm where you can enjoy the beauty and aromas of the variety of plants and taste some homemade coffee and liquors.
1 Hours • Admission Ticket Free
Angra do Heroismo
Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Operated by Ricardo
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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