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