Ponta Delgada: Apiary Guided Tour
ID: GYG919952-1440878
Category:
Country: Portugal
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover the best of nature and local culture on a guided apiary tour from Ponta Delgada. Explore the heart of the island and the incredible world of bees.
Morning in nature: We start with a visit to the spectacular Lagoa do Fogo, one of the most iconic places in the Azores.
Beekeeping experience (2 hours): Enter the world of bees and learn about their busy daily lives. After a brief introduction to the biology of bees and safety measures, participants will explore the hives, identify the varieties, understand the organization of the hive and maybe even meet the queen! Finally, enjoy an open-air honey tasting.
Lunch in the Lagoa area: Savor a typical meal while enjoying the calm and beautiful surroundings.
Afternoon of culture and tradition: Visit the historic Vieira Pottery, known for its unique handicrafts, and end the day with a visit to the emblematic Azorean Pineapple Plantation, where you will learn all about this exotic fruit.
NOTE: Please meet us at the pickup points, at 8:45AM
Highlights
- Visit Lagoa do Fogo, the highest lake in São Miguel
- Interact with bees and taste their honey
- Taste Azorean pineapple
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
We recommend using long sleeved shirt and pants.
We recommend using closed toed shoes.
If you knowingly do this tour with relevant alergies, please keep appropriate medication with you at all times.
The pickup is scheduled for 8:45 A.M., but it could be delayed
The Ponta Delgada Tourism Post in near the "Portas da Cidade" monument and Gonçalo Velho Cabral statue.
INCLUDED
- Pick up and drop off
- Ticket for the bee experience
- Transportation insurance
- Insurance for the bee activity
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.
