to do in Portugal and Spain
Try this activity and have the chance to enjoy the surrounding landscape of the beautiful Lagoa das Furnas. An experience where you enjoy the true essence of the volcano, in smooth and peaceful waters, while having an interaction with nature and all that she represents. After-taste the traditional Cozido made with the heat of the ground, time to visit Terra Nostra Park, one of the most beautiful botanical gardens of the 18th century.
Visit the beautiful region of Furnas in São Miguel Island
Experience a canoeing ride and watch the fumaroles and boiling waters of Furnas Lagoon
Enjoy the typical lunch of the island: Cozido
Get involved by the phenomenal landscapes of Terra Nostra Park
LANGUAGES
This tour is available in Portuguese and English. Other languages according to availability
DURATION
Approximately 7 hour and 30 minutes
MEETING POINT
Marina Pêro De Teive Avenida João Bosco Mota Amaral, Ponta Delgada
SCHEDULE
Daily, at 9 am
Today we have two activities for you: a canoeing ride and a tour to Terra Nostra. The canoeing is a must-do experience on the island of the Azores. Start this activity by the Westside of the Furnas lake and enjoy the serenity of this wonderful place. The highlight of the trip is to reach the place where we find fumaroles and boiling waters. On the banks of the lake, and due to volcanic activity, locals make the traditional Cozido.
Cozido das Furnas is a stew made from different kinds of meat such as chicken, beef, pork, sausages, and vegetables: you can find cabbage, carrots, sweet potatoes, kale. All of these are placed in a pot and then in the underground, to be slow cooked for about 7 hours with the help of the volcano. The only thing that is added, besides the ingredients, is the salt. The flavour comes from the spices in the different types of sausages they add and the fat from the meat. Are you hungry? Great! Because after the canoeing it is time for lunch and the menu is the famous Cozido.
Following this tasteful lunch, our afternoon is going to start at Terra Nostra botanical garden that is famous for its extraordinary collection of native plants of the Azores, as well as others from all over the world that have adapted to the local garden conditions. At the end of the visit, you are invited to bathe in an iron-rich hot water swimming pool that has a temperature of 35-40º C, a superb experience! On the way back to Ponta Delgada we are going to pass by several viewpoints on the North Coast. Enjoy the landscapes!
Cancellations less than 48 hours or no show, a fee of 100% will be charge.
No cancellation fee if you cancel until 48 hours prior to the activity date.
LANGUAGE
This tour is available in Portuguese and English. Other languages according to availability.
DURATION
Approximately 7:30 Hours.
MEETING POINT
Marina Pêro De Teive Avenida João Bosco Mota Amaral, Ponta Delgada
SCHEDULE
Daily at 9:00 AM.
CANCELLATION POLICY
72 hours or more, 5% fee charge.
Less than 72 hrs or No Show 100%.
ADDITIONAL INFO
This tour requires a minimum of 2 participants.
Minimum age: 6 years – until 18 years must be accompanied by parents or guardians, or bring a written permission.
The performances of the activities are subject to weather conditions and logistics.
BEFORE YOU GO
Bring a swimsuit, casual footwear that can get wet (ex.. sandals), towel, hat, sunscreen, backpack, change of clothes to wear after the activity, comfortable clothing, light jacket, extra t-shirt/sweater, water, food fortification, and sunglasses.
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT
Lycra shirt, neoprene shoes, neoprene gloves, windbreaker jacket, proof bag (to keep the phone and/or the camera).
VOUCHER INFO
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Please reconfirm your starting time and location 48 hours before the tour
Living Tours Porto contacts: [email protected] | +351 228 320 992.
The itinerary may be subject to changes without prior notice due to local circumstances or events
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