Furnas Volcano, Lake, Geysers, Tea Plantation and Terra Nostra

5.0
(9 reviews)

5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: Portuguese and 1 more

The perfect day in São Miguel even if it's raining, is exploring the volcano activity at Furnas: “caldeiras”; geysers; thermal springs.

Have time to visit and bathe at the Terra Nostra Park and hot springs. Entrance fee is not included, you can purchase it at the entrance of the park on the day (subject to availability).

If you prefer not to visit the park you can spend more time exploring the Furnas village and take the chance to taste and buy island famous products: Tea, “Bolo Lêvedo”, steamed Corn Cob, “Queijadas”, and many others. Or having lunch. Although not included you can stop to lunch the typical "cozido", at a local restaurant. Please advise so we book in advance.

Explore the tea plantation slopes and factory at Gorreana Tea Plantation.

Pit stop along the way on key viewpoints like Santa Iria and Pico do Ferro.

This experience takes about 5h. Please note if you stop for lunch we might need to take less time on other locations.

What's Included

Private transportation
Entrance fee to Terra Nostra Park and Hot Springs is not included. You can purchase the tickets on the day, at the Park entrance
Entrance fee to the cooking pods is not included, you can purchase them at the site.
This tour doesńt include meals. But we can accommodate a stop at a local restaurant if you would like to try the “cozido”

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

We pick up at any location on Ponta Delgada (including airport and cruise port), Lagoa, Ribeira Grande and Furnas areas. Other locations are subject to request, you might need to meet us at a meeting point, or pay an extra fee. Please inquiry. Pick-up time: 9:30 AM (if you need a different pick up time please advise) Please note we drive a 5 seat vehicles SUV type, we can take up to 4 participants per vehicle if it suits your group.

Itinerary

Duration: 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Visit the tea plantation and factory, enjoy some time to walk along the tea slopes, learn the process and taste our unique tea.

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 2

    Enjoy the best view over the Furnas valley from this high point.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    Enjoy the scenic views of the margins of Furnas Lake.

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Walk through the volcanic cooking pods, where the famous “cozido” dish is cooked. Entrance fee not included (3 euros per person).

    30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 5

    Explore and bathe at this magical famous botanical park. Entrance fee is not included, it can be purchased at the Park (subject to availability). If you prefer not to visit the Park you can spend more time exploring the village.

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket not included
  • 6

    Visit the geysers and the thermal springs at Furnas village, and enjoy some free time at the village where you can buy local products: Bolo Lêvedo, Corn Cob, Sweet tarts…

    45 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Surrounded by the beautiful botanical scenery of the river stream, you will find a hot springs water pond. We dare you to dip your feet in it!

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 8

    Stop along the way to soak in a beautiful 360 view over the island north coastline and mountains.

    15 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Nature and Wildlife Tours
Half-day Tours
Bus Tours
Private and Luxury
Private Sightseeing Tours
Plantation Tours
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Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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