Top Activities on the Ground in Praia da Vitória

The tour of Lagoons & Volcanoes is a combination of two activities ( a walking trail and afternoon minivan tour with focus on the volcanology aspect) with lunch with drinks included, in a total of 8 hours of tour. Enjoy the morning part through the hiking trail of Mistérios Negros, a 5-kilometer walk that stands out for its extreme natural beauty, be it lagoons and cryptomeria forests or endemic vegetation (Azoric), or even volcanic landscape. Its level of difficulty is medium, with ap. 100 mt, in an irregular terrain. In the afternoon part you're invited to visit the interior of an empty volcano, walk through a fumarolic field, explore the interior of the lava tunnel of Gruta do Natal, and stroll through the natural pools in the parish of Biscoitos. We inform that the stop of Algar do Carvão is closed since October, and will be for 18 months, due to construction works in their visitors center.

Discover the stunning scenery of Portugal’s Azores islands on a half-day hike around Terceira Island. Enjoy a guided hike along coastal tracks and mountain valley trails, admiring the island’s volcanic landscapes, glittering lakes, and dramatic rock formations along the way.

Come and explore the Fortes de São Sebastião trail, on Terceira island, accompanied by a guide throughout the activity. You will have the opportunity to appreciate ruins of military forts of the XVI and XVII century along the coast, marvel at the volcanic landscapes, and experience contact with nature. You'll be surrounded by the sea as well as endemic vegetation such as the erica azorica. The trail is short, on average it will take approx. 2h30, is of moderate difficulty, and is not flat (difference of approx. 50m-70m in altitude).

Experience the beauty of Terceira Island and find the best photography spots with this private one-day tour. With a totally personalized itinerary, take on as many trails as you like, coming into contact with the traces of volcanic activity that make this island unique. A guide knowledgeable about photography will accompany you, meaning you’ll get the perfect photos to remember your time by.

Embark with us on this amazing three day journey where you can experience a combination of nature and landscape, with gastronomy and local culture. The three days include not only a hiking trail walk per day, but also visits to the most beautiful spots on the island like the natural monuments of Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal, the natural swimming pools and vineyards of Biscoitos, the miradouro of Serra do Cume and the natural reservation of Parque das Frechas in Agualva. Get prepared for an amazing aventure with TuriAzores! NOTE: ALGAR DO CARVÃO MONUMENT IS CLOSED FOR WORKS ON THEIR INTERPRETATION CENTER FOR 18 MONTHS (SUMMER 2026)