Ponta de São Lourenço: Hiking Tour with a Geologist Ponta de São Lourenço with a Geologist - With Transfer
ID: GYG1179883-O-1808971
Catégorie:
Pays: Portugal
Durée du projet:
05:00 horaires
Description
Embark on a half-day hike to discover the Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Monument. Explore ancient volcanic formations and stunning coastal landscapes while a geologist reveals the secrets behind them.
Along the Ponta de São Lourenço Trail ( PR8 ), you'll encounter multiple geosites and points of geological interest, turning this hike into a true open-air classroom where you can observe, interpret, and understand the volcanic, tectonic, and erosive processes that shaped Madeira. The trail is located within the Ponta de São Lourenço Natural Monument, which offers a unique chance to explore the geological origin and evolution of Madeira, a volcanic island on the African Plate. The experience is further enhanced by the constant presence of the Atlantic Ocean and the peninsula's semi-arid environment, which hosts a distinctive landscape and ecosystem found nowhere else on the island.
Faits saillants
- Discover Madeira’s volcanic geology, with dikes and strata up to 5.57 Ma.
- Explore a coastal trail with dramatic views over cliffs and the Atlantic Ocean.
- Perfect scenery for photography, where volcanic colors meet the Atlantic.
- Brief encounters with seabirds and reptiles, along with small endemic plants.
Langues
INFORMATION IMPORTANTE
Moderate difficulty hike on uneven terrain. Participants must be in good physical condition and in good health.
INCLUS
- Private transportation
- Certified geologist
- Entrance fee
- Personal accident and liability insurance
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Annulations
Cette excursion peut être annulée sans frais jusqu'à : heures d'annulation avant le début du voyage. Si vous l'annulez après les heures d'annulation ou si vous ne vous présentez pas à l'excursion, le prix total de l'activité vous sera toujours facturé. Tout retard à la prise en charge ou au départ sera considéré comme un retard.
