Caldeira Hiking Trail on Faial Island

Información

A circular hiking trail around the Miradouro da Caldeira is the ideal way to get to heart of Faial.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Medium level 8km hike
* Circular trail around the Caldeira
* Explore the symbol of the island

Spend two and a half hours exploring the symbol of Faial – the Caldeira. Located in the middle of the island, this huge volcanic crater is overflowing with colourful plants that are native to the Azores. An easy path to follow, you simply follow the trail from beginning to end with time to observe the pockets of beauty in this Natural Reserve.

With heather, blueberry and many other types of vegetation the flowers of the island create a vibrant carpet of colour that glistens under the sun. Spend the morning hiking around the crater with views over the north coast, and discover the incredible biodiversity that characterizes the Azores. Meeting/pick-up point: Pick up at hotel.
Duration: Two and-a-half hour.
Start/opening time: At 9am.
Languages: English and Portuguese.
Others: Visibility at the viewpoints depends on the weather conditions.
We suggest clients bring camera; comfortable and appropriate to the weather conditions clothes and foot wear.
The above described itinerary is subject to changes.
Trail information: Difficulty – Medium. Extension - 8 km. Shape – circular.
> Activity only available on the island of Faial.