Ponta de São Lourenço: Hiking Tour with a Geologist Ponta de São Lourenço with a Geologist – Tour Only
ID: GYG1179883-1896372
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País: Portugal
Duração:
05:00 horas
Descrição
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.
Destaques
- 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.
Idiomas de guia
INFORMAÇÕES IMPORTANTES
Moderate difficulty hike on uneven terrain. Participants must be in good physical condition and in good health.
Guests should wait at the entrance to the Ponta de São Lourenço trail, located at the roundabout at the end of a dead-end road, to meet their guide, Sandro Vicente, who will be easily identifiable by the ID badge around his neck.
INCLUÍDO
- Private transportation
- Certified geologist
- Entrance fee
- Personal accident and liability insurance
Quando devo reservar?
Para garantir a disponibilidade, reserve o mais cedo possível. A reserva antecipada vale a pena considerar especialmente se você estiver planejando a viagem durante a alta temporada, como feriados ou fins de semana.
Cancelamentos
Esta excursão você pode cancelar sem custo até 24 horas antes do início da viagem. Se você cancelar após 24 horas ou não comparecer à excursão, ainda será cobrado o preço total da atividade. Chegar atrasado na coleta ou partida será considerado como não comparecimento.
