Terceira, Azores, Portugal

Private Caves Tour with a Geologist

Total Reviews: 20
Average Rating: 5/5
From: 65,00 €
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Overview

Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October to April close Sunday, Monday and Thursday. Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano? In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or take a dip in one of our natural ocean pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit. The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.

Inclusions:

  • Private transportation
  • Hotel Pick up and drop off
  • Geologist expert guide

Exclusions:

  • Snacks
  • Infant's car seats
  • Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
  • Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)

Itinerary

1
Gruta do Natal

Lava tube, the cave spreads horizontally where you one can see small detailed lava forms. Some low ceiling areas that require care, so not recommended for those with mobility issues.

1 h Admission Free
2
Furnas do Enxofre

Ground steaming area with sulfur vents, there is a small circular walking path to best view the unique flora and geology of the area.

30 min Admission Free
3
Algar do Carvao

Volcanic chimney, the cave spreads mostly vertically. One can appreciate the monumental wide rooms.

1 h Admission Free
4

Rocky beach area from where you can see the southwest coast and, if the weather allows, São Jorge and Pico Islands.

1 h Admission Free
5
Angra do Heroismo

Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.

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Meeting and Pickup

Start point: We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
End point: We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
Pickup available or meet at start point

We will pick you up at your hotel in Angra or at the meeting point, main square (Praça Velha) just in front of the city hall.

Additional Information

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Pickup included

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Cancellation Policy

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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
🌧 Cancels if bad weather

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