Underground Van Tour (Half Day) | Terceira Island

4.9
(138 reviews)

3 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

The underground caves are one of the most amazing visits to take on Terceira Island. This tour includes the passage through the Christmas Cave and the Carvão Algar, also includes the passage through the famous Sulfur Furnas and the leisure area Lagoa das Patas.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: The Algar do Carvão is temporarily closed for reconstruction works of the museum, instead of the Algar do Carvão we will visit the natural pools of the Biscoitos.

What's Included

Pick up & drop off
Personal Accident Insurance
Air-conditioned vehicle
Tourist Guide
Tickets to the Caves (15€)

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
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Meeting point
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End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    The first stop of the tour will be at a secret place called Lagoa das Patas. In this place it is possible to visit the stream that originates from Serra de Sta Bárbara, visit the Lagoon and interact with animals such as ducks and some birds. It is a leisure area full of life and nature!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Here we will visit the famous Gruta Natal and Lagoa do Negro. At this stop, you have the opportunity to walk through lava tunnels made by mother nature and see Lagoa do Negro up close.

    25 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 3

    Furnas do Enxofre is made up of an area that comprises several outlets of aggressive volcanic gases at different temperatures, some quite high. It has a small pedestrian trail that allows you to observe the sulfur smoke up close.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Mandatory stop in the natural pools of the Biscoitos, one of the best landscapes you will witness on Terceira Island. Pure, crystal clear waters in the middle of volcanic rock.

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Azores Nature Tours

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Half-day Tours
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Private and Luxury
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
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Cancellation Policy

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