Terceira Island Caves Tour - Half Day (Afternoon)

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| Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal

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3 hours 30 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

This half day tour to the middle of Terceira Island will let you visit both sides of the island. The tour starts at Monte Brasil, where you will have privileged view to Angra do Heroísmo city and both its bays. Next stop will be Algar do Carvão, where you will visit a vulcanic cave. You will be amazed! The sulphur fumaroles of Furnas do Enxofre Furnas do Enxofre are our the next stop. After 30min we get to Biscoitos where you find natural pools outlined among the curious configurations of black rocks resulting from volcanic eruptions. the Biscoitos area is also a well-known wine-growing region where the famous verdelho wine of the Azores is produced.

What's Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

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Meeting and Pickup

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We pick up at any hotel in Terceira Island

What To Expect

Algar do Carvao

Algar do Carvão Natural ReserveThe great eruption, known as the Pico Alto, which occurred north of the existing Guilherme Moniz volcanic apparatus, poured its lavas from a great distance. Later, a new eruption, this time basaltic, tore the ground and initiated a process that would lead to the formation of a stromboliano volcano – the Peak of the Coal. In a first phase, by forcing and trying to break the existing trachytic effusion, which constituted a natural barrier of little consistency, it formed the zone of the lagoon and the two vaults on it. Later, in a new attempt of evasion, the basaltic lavas, they broke more to the side the current chimney, leaving to the outside. In its final phase the magma descended into the deepest conduits and the magma chamber, giving rise, this almost instantaneous absence of magma, to the formation of the Algar proper. Very effusive lava spills produced very flowing acidic lava rivers that charred existing vegetation. The dating of one of the fossils then formed gives the Algar do Carvão an age of 2148 (+ or-115 years).

1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Furnas do Enxofre

Furnas do EnxofreThe visitation circuit of Furnas do Enxofre was designed to secure the visitation of this natural monument, allowing on one hand, safe access to all visitors, and on the other, protection of the habitats through the use of rustic material, integrated into the landscape. The circuit through the fumaroles and northern slope zone was adapted to existing paths and complemented with facilitated access. A set of informational panels support the interpretation of natural elements present.

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Terceira Island Caves Tour – Half Day (Afternoon)?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (+00).This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund. Read more Apr 2025