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Hiking tour to Moinho do Félix from São Miguel

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£44.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Portuguese

Availability: Every Wednesday

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: up to 5 hours 50 minutes

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Why you’ll love this…

Enjoy a trail along the northern coast of São Miguel Island
Admire astonishing natural spots hidden in the forest
Discover three breathtaking waterfalls with your guide

What to expect

Meet your guide at Ponta Delgada and head to Lomba de São Pedro where an easy hike along the northern coast of São Miguel Island awaits you.

Starting at the foot of the Lomba de São Pedro church, take the dirt track that will take you towards the ocean. On this adventurous walk of about 5.5 kilometers, admire the stunning views from the Miradouro da Rocha before reaching the beautiful Homem waterfall. The walk continues with other remarkably beautiful natural spots hidden in the forest such as the ancient ruin of the watermill of Felix, Teofilo's waterfall, Gruta's waterfall, and the Trout's well.

Enjoy a picnic lunch along the way and, weather permitting, swim in the crystal clear waters of the waterfall of your choice. Before returning to Ponta Delgada, see the ancient fountains that once supplied the villages with water.

What's included

Guide
Walking sticks
Visit to the waterfalls
Light meal (sandwich, cake, fruit, water, juice)
Insurance (personal accident & liability)

Where

Futurismo Azores Adventures, Portas do Mar, Shop 26 Ponta Delgada Harbour São Miguel Island, 9500-771 Ponta Delgada, Portugal

Meeting point:

Make sure to reach the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.

What to remember

The minimum number of participants is 4
The guide is bilingual (English, Portuguese)
Comfortable shoes and clothes are recommended
Remember to bring a waterproof jacket
In summer bring a hat and sunscreen
Bring water and snacks

Provider

Futurismo - Empresa de Turismo Náutico, Lda

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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