Pico da Esperança Hiking Tour

Información

Climb the highest peak on the island of São Jorge for views you’ll never forget.

HIGHLIGHTS:

* Climb to the highest point on the island
* See crater lakes and other volcanic formations
* End at Fajã do Ouvidor

After picking you up at the hotel we set off the start of the trail at the foot of Pico do Pedro. Walk along a forest path that gradually climbs its way up the Pico do Pedro on the northern side, before turning off to head up to Pico da Esperança – 1053m above sea level and the highest point on the island.

Reach the summit and take in the breathtaking views over the landscape and the lake. Walk around the crater admiring its incredible volcanic formation; a reminder of the Azores’ volcanic past. Return to the main track and continue the trail until Pico do Carvão, also with a crater at its centre. Start descending towards Fajã do Ouvidor, land formed from scree fall and other falling material taking the shape of lava flow, where the hiking trail ends.

Meeting/pick-up point: Pick-up at the hotel.
Duration: 7 hours.
Start/end time: At 9am.
Languages: English and Portuguese.
Others: Visibility at the viewpoints depends on the weather conditions.
The above described itinerary is subject to changes.
Activity only available on the island of São Jorge.