From Madalena: Pico Volcanoes and Lakes Guided Day Tour
ID: GYG426570-768884
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore lakes, lagoons, and volcanic cones on a day trip around Pico from Madalena. Visit the longest lava tube in Portugal and admire the biodiversity of the island with your guide.
Discover the volcanic landscape of Pico island, elected one of the 7 Wonders of Portugal. Explore lakes, lagoons, viewpoints, and enter a mysterious lava cave on this guided day trip.
Begin your tour by visiting beautiful lakes and several viewpoints. Pass by Casa da Montanha, the highest point reached in a car. From here, the adventure trail to Portugal’s highest summit starts and you can admire the panorama.
Pass by the volcanic complex of the eastern part of the island. Stop for a light lunch in between volcanoes and lagoons and tuck into sandwiches while enjoying a scenic view. Hear stories and facts from your local island guide.
In the afternoon, continue your adventure as you join a guided tour through Portugal’s longest lava tube, Gruta das Torres. Walk along the 3.2-mile-long tube which was created 1500 years ago from an eruption in Cabeço Bravo.
Observe different geological formations such as stalactites and stalagmites, side benches, and lava balls. Finally, head back to van and be dropped off back in Madalena.
Highlights
- Breath in fresh air and admire panoramic views from volcanic viewpoints
- Learn about the geological context and formation of the Azores
- Explore 4 lakes on Pico Island in just one day and take in the landscape
- Hear about endemic flora and fauna from your guide and see volcanic lagoons
- Visit the longest lava tube in Portugal and see stalactites and stalagmites
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Please arrive at least 10 minutes before the starting time of your tour.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
