Hiking and Snorkelling Excursion in Porto Formoso on the island of São Miguel, Azores

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4 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 11 years-old and up
From€90

Experience a land and sea adventure in the Azores with this excursion combining hiking and snorkelling in Porto Formoso on the island of São Miguel!

Join this hiking and snorkelling excursion to Porto Formoso on the beautiful island of São Miguel and discover the natural wonders of the Azores in 2 different ways! Leave your routine behind and marvel at São Miguel's breathtaking scenery, ancient forests, waterfalls and vibrant coastline. Accompanied by a professional guide, you'll be in ideal conditions to explore the Azores and its natural gems.

Accessible from the age of 11, the snorkelling and hiking excursion on São Miguel begins with a 2.5km guided hike along Ladeira da velha, a trail located in Porto Formoso. This first activity, lasting around 1 hour 45 minutes, will give you the chance to admire sublime panoramic views of the ocean and the coast of the island of São Miguel. After your hike in Porto Formoso, you'll head to a volcanic beach where you can snorkel around an underwater reef for around 1 hour. Depending on your preferences, you can go snorkelling with or without a guide. In any case, snorkelling in São Miguel is a must if you want to admire the rich underwater fauna of this region of the Azores, and thanks to your guide, you're guaranteed a rich experience!

You'll round off your snorkelling and hiking trip to São Miguel in style with a visit to the Croa da Mata viewpoint in Ribeira Grande. At 268 metres above sea level, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of Ponta do Cintrão, the town of Ribeira Grande, the volcanic massif of Lagoa do Fogo and Sete Cidades.

This complete activity will delight all nature lovers who want to admire both the land trails and the seabed during their holiday in the Azores. Don't wait any longer and book this hiking and snorkelling excursion in São Miguel now!

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Practical information

Enjoy a half-day of adventure on this excursion combining hiking and snorkelling in Porto Formoso, São Miguel!

  • 2.5 km guided hike
  • Guided or unguided snorkelling (your choice)
Course of events

Please allow 3.5 to 4 hours on site in total.

  • Hotel or accommodation.
  • Route to Porto Formoso (fishing village).
  • Start the hike along the Ladeira da velha trail for around 1 hour 45 minutes.
  • Snorkelling and swimming on a volcanic beach / in a natural marine volcanic pool for 1 hour.
  • Visit to the Croa da Mata viewpoint.
  • Return to hotel or accommodation.
Activity requirements

You need to be able to swim and be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.

Special terms

A pick-up service is available from the towns of Ponta delgada, Lagoa and Ribeira grande. Outside these towns, you will have to pay an additional €20.

Pets are allowed to participate in this activity. Please inform your guide and let him know which animal will be accompanying you once your booking has been confirmed.

Meeting point:
Transfer from your hotel in Ponta delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira grande
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English, Spanish, Italian
Included
  • Professional guide
  • Snorkelling equipment (fins, mask, snorkel)
  • Transfer to and from your hotel in Ponta delgada, Lagoa or Ribeira grande
  • Car park charges
  • Flotation aids
Do not forget to bring
  • Comfortable clothing suited to the weather
  • Hiking shoes
  • Rucksack
  • Swimming costumes
  • Towel
  • Sun cream
  • Sunglasses
  • Water bottle
  • Snacks

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