Pico Mountain Climbing private tour - with round trip from Faial

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9 hours (approximately)
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Offered in: Portuguese and 2 more

We provide a private Pico Climb experience for travellers staying at Faial island. Our local guides are extremely knowledgeable and will make sure to ascent in an easy pace, in order for a comfortable and exciting mountaineering activity.

What's Included

Private transportation
Pico Mountain Natural Park fee
Ferry tickets
Certified Mountain Guide
Bring your own snacks, water, and sandwiches for lunch

Meeting and pickup

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

We pick up travellers on their accommodation in time for the first morning ferry to Pico island

What to expect

Pico mountain climb is a very special activity. For the Pico ascent, specific mountaineering techniques are not required to reach the peak. But it is a tough ascent and descent. And that’s why we only advice it for active people. People used to hike in natural terrain, or used to sports in general. Pico mountain is an unique kind of stratovolcano. Most of the lava flows that cover the cone are less of 5000 years old. It’s possible to observe a significant number of very well preserved pahoehoe lavas, and other volcanic features. The mountain flora is also unique in Pico. Calluna vulgaris and Daboecia azorica cover most of the mountain above 1500 meters. And the Silene uniflora cratericola is specific to Pico crater. And only exists there. Weather wise it’s also challenging. Since it can change very quickly. It’s important to be well equipped and prepared for rain, cold, wind and heat. Pico mountain climb is a very demanding activity.

Additional info

  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
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Hiking Tours
Extreme Sports
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

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