HIKING XL (Full Day Private Tour)
Recommended by 100% of travelers
Angra do Heroísmo, Portugal
- 8 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
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.
- Private tour ensures experience is 100% personalized for you
- Take on as many trails on the island as you like
- Guide is experienced in finding the best spots for photography
- Hotel or airport pick-up and drop-off available
What's Included
- Professional guide
- Professional photographer guide
- Hotel our Airport pickup and drop-off
- Private tour
- Transport by air-conditioned minivan
- Food and drinks
- All Fees and Taxes
- Algar do Carvão and Gruta do Natal
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Pickup details
We will pick you up and drop you off at any place at the island. -Hotel (name) -Airport: need to let us know the flight number and time you arrive/leave -Local accommodation: need to let us know the google map link of the location. - Email
Operating hours.9:00 am
What To Expect
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Azores Expeditions
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infant seats available
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Madeline_B
Guca was a professional, personable and knowledgeable guide. I enjoyed the hikes immensely, it was a fun day!
I would book any excursions Guca is leading in the future without hesitation.
Reviews
5.0
based on 25 reviews
Rashmi_J, Sep 2025
We had a wonderful day with Jaco. He planned a perfect day after asking us what we wanted and our ability. He also helped us take some amazing photos! Can’t recommend enough!
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
Madeline_B, Jun 2025
Guca was a professional, personable and knowledgeable guide. I enjoyed the hikes immensely, it was a fun day!
I would book any excursions Guca is leading in the future without hesitation.
Response from Host, Jun 2025
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
carafaith, Oct 2024
Juco was a terrific guide and we enjoyed our day hiking with him! He’s very knowledgeable about the island And was able to adjust the hike to the experience level of the group.
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
Barbara_H, Oct 2024
A memorable experience from the minute we were picked up until we returned. Juca is very knowledgeable about the island’s
history, geology and local favourites including the Azorean way of life and the best trails. He is passionate about photography and shares his talent for capturing the most beautiful images on this magical island. Wear your hiking boots and bring your raincoat even if it isn’t calling for rain as the trails can be muddy and have exposed roots and lava rock. Spoil yourself with this private hike and forget the van tours!
Response from Host, Oct 2024
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
Jessica_M, Jun 2024
I nearly canceled this tour because I basically gave myself sun poisoning in my first few days on the island. Tip: the UV levels on the island may be much higher than you're used to and 50+ SPF, hat, long sleeves could be helpful!
Anyway, I'm so beyond thrilled that I pushed through with the hike. It was a wonderful adventure and Juca was incredibly kind and patient and he made me laugh until my face hurt! I so enjoyed chatting with him - never a dull moment!
Juca knows everything about the island and its geology. He shared so many interesting facts! After our first hike, a 4+/- mile loop, I decided to call it a day and get some rest. But first we had lunch at the most wonderful restaurant with the most welcoming people! I felt a little like a jerk because I was still feeling a bit sick and not super hungry - but they were offering so many wonderful things and I'm so glad I got to try them all.
This part can't be understated: Juca is a true artist! He has studied exactly how to create the best photos on the trails and I am completely astounded by the photos he took of me. I'll treasure the photos forever. They are the best ones from my trip.
One final note: Juca really cares about the island and told me about his conservation work, including helping migrating birds, which I think is super cool! As tourists, we don't always know how to protect and be respectful of the places we visit so it's important to have an informed guide like Juca! 10 stars!
Response from Host, Jun 2024
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friends! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
Sabrina_G, Oct 2022
This is the perfect trip for the outdoor adventurer! It combines the beauty of land and sea that you absolutely have to see for yourself. Highlight of my trip so far! My guide Juca was amazing, showing me the best spots for photos and sharing his love of photography with me. Not only did I have the best time, I learned some new photography tips and tricks that I’ll definitely use. I went on this tour for hoping for a good hiking guide but walked away with so much more. Thank you, Juca! 10 out of 10 :)
Response from Host, Oct 2022
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friend! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
RyanM, May 2022
Hands down the BEST tour we did at Terceira! Beautiful hiking adventure and Juca knows all the best spots for landscaping photos. He was an absolute pleasure to spend the day with exploring two hiking trails and the all the AMAZING photo shots! Check out his Instagram Azores Expeditions.
Response from Host, May 2022
Thank you very much for your king words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friend! See you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
Jennifer_M, Mar 2020
Honestly if I could give this experience more than five stars I would. Juca was a great guide. He gave us exactly the kind of experience we were looking for and more than we could hope for. We were able to fit in 2 trails, both very different, as well as add in a couple extra sites. He was extremely friendly and a great conversationalist. When we had questions whether about the island, terain, or culture he answered them. As a bonus he is also a photographer and helped us get some of the best pictures we will leave the island with. Completely stunning what he can achieve with a cell phone camera. We left lunch in his hands and he did not disappoint. We were taken to a fabulous restaurant that allowed us to go into the kitchen to pick our protein. The owner and staff were so friendly and we couldn't help but appreciate the food and service they provided us. What an experience. This was only the first day of a 7 day trip and I'm not sure we will be able to top this experience. My advice, book with Juca!
Response from Host, May 2020
Thank you very much for your king words.
We really appreciate your opinion!
It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friend!
See you soon!
Big hug.
Marisa & Juca
Ellen_F, Nov 2022
Ein wunderbarer Tag, wie er besser nicht hätte sein können: pünktliche Abholung direkt am Schiff, fantastische Wanderungen durch zauberhaften Vulkanwald und entlang der wilden Küstenabhänge. Leckeres Mittagessen in einem landestypischen Restaurant, interessanter, gastfreundlicher und rücksichtsvoller Wanderführer mit Sinn für Humor und Leidenschaft für Natur und Fotographie. Jede Minute war ausgefüllt, aber ohne Eile und Getriebenheit. Das Highlight zum Schluss - Fotoshooting auf dem Aussichtsgipfel der Insel im Licht der blauen Stunde! Das wir so schnell nicht vergessen! Selbstverständlich: pünktlicher Transfer zum Schiff. Dieser Tag hat uns sehr, sehr glücklich gemacht! Obrigada! Bis zum nächsten Mal
Response from Host, Nov 2022
Thank you so much for your words. We really appreciate your opinion! It was and always will be a great pleasure to have you with us, my friend! Hope to see you soon! Huge hug. Marisa & Juca
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