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- Portuguese
- English
- Italian
- French
- Dutch
- Spanish
Explore Furnas crater lake and village with a knowledgeable Biologist guide. Taste real local food, see geysers, a beautiful botanic garden, exotic and rare plants, end with soothing hot springs thermal bath!
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Meeting and pickup
All pickups are charged separately, are subject to availability, and commence prior to designated time. Contact us to book and confirm your exact pickup time and added pickup charges.
From Ponta Delgada city center by auto, head East along the coast and follow directions to Vila Franca do Campo. Once in Vila Franca do Campo, descend towards sea level and the Marina where our Base and Yellow Boats are stationed, and Free Parking can be found.
Itinerary
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1
Meet your Biologist Guide at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time.
10 minutes • Admission ticket included -
2
Start with a short briefing and van tour up the Furnas volcano crater down to the mystic Furnas valley and lake.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Stop for sightseeing and photos.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4
Have lunch in a village restaurant, taste the most genuine island meal - an authentic geyser-cooked “cozido”. Visit the village’s central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water. Have one hour free to explore the beautiful village’s streets, featuring crossing rivers, watermills, chapels and fountains.
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
5
At 15:30 meet the guide at Terra Nostra Gardens gate, and start a walking botanical journey showcasing a singular collection of plants and flowers of cultural and historic value from all around the World. End with a relaxing mineral-infused and beautiful thermal pool surrounded by wonderful nature. No matter what season or level of expertise there’s always something interesting for everyone to enjoy. The gardens are exuberant all year with impressive century-old trees, huge collections of colourful, rare and strange plants, specialty gardens, beautiful avenues with sculptures and fountains, and dazzling year-round blooms of fragrant flower tones for the eye, nose, and camera! Your tour is tailored according to season’s highlights and special events occurring.
3 hours • Admission ticket included
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- HOT SPRINGS WATER is abnormally hot and untreated, and bathing is unsuitable to anyone pregnant, or with recent surgery or trauma or unhealed wounds, or any chronic condition. Volcanic water will damage swimwear color - use one you can spare!
- English is the official language, but our team is multinational and will do their best to accommodate your preferred language (this is not guaranteed)
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Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- HOT SPRINGS WATER is abnormally hot and untreated, and bathing is unsuitable to anyone pregnant, or with recent surgery or trauma or unhealed wounds, or any chronic condition. Volcanic water will damage swimwear color - use one you can spare!
- English is the official language, but our team is multinational and will do their best to accommodate your preferred language (this is not guaranteed)
- Special Dietary Restrictions must be notified upon reservation for required adjustments.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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