Guided Hike to Salto do Prego and Sanguinho, São Miguel, Azores

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8 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
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From€64

Take a guided hike to Salto do Prego and Sanguinho and enjoy a day of adventure on the island of São Miguel in the Azores!

The island of São Miguel is a perfect destination for outdoor enthusiasts in search of superb landscapes to enjoy their activities in the Azores! With this guided hike to the Salto do Prego waterfall, Sanguinho, Furnas and the island's thermal baths, you can easily explore the region in complete safety. Professional guides will take care of the organisation for you, including transport to and from Ponta Delgada, a tasty picnic and advice and guidance for your 2.5 hours hike in São Miguel.

For a whole day, you'll have the chance to discover volcanic landscapes, waterfalls and panoramic views of the island of São Miguel and the Atlantic Ocean. The Salto do Prego hike starts in Faial da Terra, in the municipality of Povoação in the south-east of the island. From here, you'll walk through orchards and over wooden bridges to the Salto do Prego waterfall, where you can enjoy the beauty of the place and take a dip if you wish. On the way back, you'll come across the ancient village of Sanguinho. This village has been abandoned for decades, giving it the unique atmosphere of a ghost town. On your way there, you'll be able to admire breathtaking panoramas of the island and the ocean.

At midday, you'll enjoy a picnic lunch in the heart of nature before setting off to explore the parish of Furnas, a must-see site and one of the most visited on the island of São Miguel. In fact, with its various manifestations of volcanism, Furnas has plenty to impress you: fumaroles, hot springs, a river with ferruginous water and even cold springs!

To round off your guided hike to Salto do Prego and Sanguinho in style, you can choose to relax in one of the island's famous termal baths. You can choose between the Terra Nostra park, with its historic gardens and large hot-water pool, or Poça da Dona Beija, a comfortable area with several open-air thermal pools. Afterwards, you'll return to Ponta Delgada refreshed and full of memories!

Enjoy a full day's hiking in São Miguel in the Azores and explore the varied sites of this green volcanic island with a professional guide!

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Practical information

An 8-hour day's activity including a 2.5 hours hike to Salto do Prego, Sanguinho, Furnas and the thermal baths of São Miguel with a professional guide.

  • Maximum 8 participants per group.
  • Distance of the hike : 4.5 km (2.8 miles).
Course of events
  • Meet your professional guide in Ponta Delgada, São Miguel.
  • 1h15 drive to the starting point of the hike in Faial da Terra and activity briefing with your guide.
  • The hike begins alongside a stream, with a moderate climb through the trees. You continue through the forest, crossing wooden bridges and stone paths, following routes once used by local people.
  • The destination is the Salto do Prego waterfall, a special place to take a break. The waterfall has a natural swimming pool, ideal for a quick dip or simply to relax and enjoy the surroundings.
  • On the way back, the trail will take you to the village of Sanguinho, an old village abandoned decades ago and currently undergoing restoration.
  • After the hike, enjoy a picnic and take the opportunity to recharge your batteries.
  • The afternoon will be devoted to the parish of Furnas, one of the most visited sites on the island of São Miguel. You will explore the fumarole fields, where it is possible to observe volcanic activity, such as fumaroles and hot and cold springs.
  • To round off the day, you can choose to relax in one of the island's famous spa resorts. You can choose between the Terra Nostra park, with its historic gardens and large hot-water pool, or Poça da Dona Beija, a comfortable area with several open-air thermal pools.
  • Debriefing and return journey to Ponta Delgada (1 hour 15 minutes).
Activity requirements

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

A minimum of 2 participants is required for the activity to take place.

Special terms

Once your booking has been confirmed, please contact the instructor to arrange a pick-up time and place for your activity.

This activity is not recommended for people with knee or ankle problems. Please inform us of any previous injuries, medical conditions or health problems at the time of booking.

We recommend that you are in good physical condition, as this tour sometimes involves walking over unstable terrain, muddy areas and gravel slopes.

For anyone with joint problems, we recommend using an elastic support for greater stability and to avoid further injury.

This tour is not suitable for pregnant women or people with mental or physical disabilities.

Pets are not allowed on the tour.

Meeting point:
Meeting point to be confirmed with your instructor in Ponta Delgada - São Miguel, Azores
Spoken languages:Portuguese, English
Included
  • Professional guide
  • Insurance
  • Picnic
  • Transfer (pick-up and drop-off)
  • Hiking poles
Excluded
  • Entrance tickets to the thermal baths
Do not forget to bring
  • Sturdy hiking boots
  • Comfortable clothing suited to the weather
  • Light waterproof and windproof jacket
  • Water bottle
  • Rucksack
  • Sunglasses
  • Hat
  • Sun cream
  • Torch
  • Your medication if necessary
  • Knee or ankle brace if necessary
  • Swimsuit and towel (preferably a dark-coloured swimsuit to reduce iron stains). If a dark-coloured swimsuit is not possible, it is advisable to wash the swimsuit before)

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