Azores, Portugal

Highlights

• Visit São Miguel, Faial, Flores, Corvo as well as Vila Franca Islet - From ancient volcanoes to thriving ecosystems, hike around the Azores to appreciate the world's greatest natural laboratories.
• São Miguel Hot Springs: Witness geothermal activity first-hand as steam vents and boiling springs demonstrate the Earth's internal heat and... its ability to cook delicious corn on the cob!
• Furnas Lake: Discover how volcanic activity shaped the Furnas caldera and learn about the geological forces that continue to influence this unique geothermal landscape.
• Terra Nostra Garden: Walk peacefully through Europe's finest botanical gardens, home to endemic and exotic plant species, highlighting biodiversity, plant adaptations, and conservation.
• Vila Franca Village and Church – Explore one of São Miguel's oldest settlements while discovering how people have adapted to life in a volcanic island environment.
• Vila Franca Islet: Snorkel in this spectacular volcanic islet formed from the remains of an ancient underwater volcano, now a protected marine reserve supporting diverse coastal and marine ecosystems.
• Lagoa do Fogo: Hike through a protected nature reserve surrounding a pristine volcanic crater lake, where native forests and endemic species thrive in an undisturbed ecosystem.
• Sete Cidades Lakes and Village: Explore the famous Blue and Green Lakes. Walk along the freshwater ecosystems support a variety of endemic flora and fauna.
• Grota do Inferno & Serra Devassa Hike: Hike through native forests, peat bogs, and volcanic landscapes and enjoy the beauty and peaceful setting.
• Corvo Island: Enjoy the coastal areas through a thrilling Rib boat ride. Race after dolphins and whales as you cross to the Island of Corvo. Then Explore the smallest island of the Azores. The spectacular Caldeirão crater reveals millions of years of geological evolution.
• Flores Island: Dramatic waterfalls, crater lakes, lush forests, and vibrant hydrangea landscapes reveal the connection between geology, climate, and biodiversity. Prepare your camera!
• Faial Island: From the iconic Caldeira volcano to the dramatic landscapes of Capelinhos, where new land was formed from a recent eruption. Enjoy its rich marine ecosystems, unique habitats, and migratory species.
• Panoramic viewpoints on all Islands: There are more than enough viewpoints with a mosaic of habitats to take your breath away during this adventure!