Furnas Valley, Botanical Gardens & Hot Springs Tour
Furnas Valley, Botanical Gardens & Hot Springs Tour
We'll meet at the scheduled time at the port in Vila Franca do Campo, ready to embark on a fascinating tour of some of the must-see natural places on the island of São Miguel.
First, we'll drive through the Furnas Valley to see the fumaroles and geysers of boiling water that create an atmospheric mist over the volcanic landscapes. Reaching a high point, we'll get to see the crater lake of Furnas and the fumes rising from the water - the lake is located right above the volcano!
We'll then make our way down to the village to enjoy a traditional lunch: a stew cooked in an underground oven, a delicious local speciality! With renewed energy, you'll then have an hour of free time to explore the narrow streets of Furnas.
Then we'll enter the Terra Nostra Garden, a botanical garden where we'll see a beautiful selection of native and imported flowers. It's also home to one of the largest collections of camellias in the world, with more than 600 varieties.
What could make this experience better? Inside the garden, we'll have the opportunity to bathe in the volcanic hot springs and enjoy the relaxing mineral-rich waters. A true delight!
At 5:30 pm, the tour will end back at the original starting point.
More Information
Duration
6 hours.
Language
The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English and other languages.
Included
Transport by minibus.English–speaking guide
Admission to Terra Nostra Garden
Lunch
When to book?
You can book up to the tour start time subject to availability. Book now to guarantee your spot.
Type of voucher
Electronic. Show the voucher on your phone.
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible.
Sustainability
All services published on Civitatis are carried out in accordance with our Sustainability Code.
Our providers commit to:
- Provide a safe and satisfying experience.
- Reduce, reuse, recycle.
- Incorporate eco-conscious technologies.
- Uphold fair employment standards.
- Foster the growth of local communities.
- Preserve the integrity of local culture.
- Safeguard both cultural and environmental heritage.
- Ensure ethical treatment of animals.
- Operate with honesty and transparency.
- Encourage sustainable behaviors among customers and staff.
This particular activity contributes as follows:
- Printed material is avoided.
- Is there a water dispenser.
- No single-use plastics are used.
- The show represents local culture.
- The indigenous community participates in the management of the activity.
- The activity helps the conservation of biodiversity.
- The activity helps the dissemination of local cultural heritage.
- The activity helps vulnerable groups.
- The activity promotes local production.
- The activity helps to promote peace.
- No printing of documentation required.
- Promotes local employment.
- Has a gender equality policy.
- Has a carbon footprint offset policy.
Provider
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Azores Whale Watching
Corporate name: TERRAZUL ANIMACAO TURISTICA LDA
Pets
Not permitted.
Frequently asked questions
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Q - Why do this activity with Civitatis?
A - At Civitatis we guarantee the best quality and prices, click here if you want to know how we select our activities.
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Q - How to book?
A - To reserve the activity, choose the date and complete the form on this page. You will receive your confirmation immediately.
If you have any other questions please contact us.
Free cancellation
Vila Franca do Campo Port.
