This excursion is special because it allows you to fully discover the Flores Island in a single day, combining history, nature, culture and traditions.
Participants explore miradours, the 7 lagoons, waterfalls and traditional villages, accompanied by a certified and experienced local Guide who shares authentic knowledge about the island.
Lunch included in a regional buffet restaurant offers the opportunity to taste local gastronomy.
The experience in small groups, flexible itinerary and the possibility to interact with nature and make small walks make this tour unique and memorable.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Certified and experienced local guide – Multilingual service (PT, EN, ES, FR)
Comfortable transport in licensed vehicles: Fiat Talento for groups of up to 8 people; Dacia Jogger for smaller groups (up to 7 people), with air conditioning and child seats
Drinks included with the buffet lunch: 1 drink per person, your choice of: Juice Water (still or sparkling) Beer Glass of wine
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Experience Oc Store
Please head to our shop, located opposite Santa Cruz das Flores Airport. Look out for our guide wearing an Experience OC T-shirt and the vehicle bearing the company logo.
Return
Important Information
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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É obrigatório informar o guia sobre condições médicas relevantes antes do início do tour.
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Todos os participantes devem seguir as instruções do guia para garantir a segurança durante toda a experiência.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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At the Caimbros Viewpoint, the guide will show you panoramic views of the coast, the Atlantic and the island’s green landscape, whilst explaining the local history and culture.
10 minutes
2
Miradouro dos cedros
At the Miradouro dos Cedros viewpoint, your guide will show you the view of Corvo Island and the coast of Flores Island, sharing information about the local geography and history. It is a spot much loved by our visitors for its tranquillity and the feeling of being at the top of the island, making it ideal for taking in the scenery and snapping photos.
10 minutes
3
Miradouro Do Ilheu Furado
At the Ilhéu Furado viewpoint, the guide will point out the rock formations in the sea and the surrounding coastline, explaining the local geology and history. Visitors enjoy the spot for its unobstructed view of the Atlantic and the chance to photograph Ilhéu Furado up close.
15 minutes
4
Museu do Machado ( Cedros - Ponta Ruiva)
At the Machado Museum, the guide will show visitors artefacts, photographs and mementos of local life, explaining the history and traditions of the island of Flores. Visitors enjoy the museum because it gives them a better understanding of the culture and daily life of the local people, including the museum’s owner, and they can sample his liqueur, which is made on the island.
15 minutes
5
Pico do Meio Dia
At Pico do Meio-Dia, the guide will show you the island’s landscape, the Atlantic horizon and the island of Corvo, sharing information about the geography and local points of interest.
10 minutes
6
Lagoa Branca
The guide takes you to a tranquil volcanic lake on the island’s central plateau, with clear waters and surrounded by a gentle ring of tuff cones. It is a popular spot for birdwatching in the wild and for soaking up the tranquillity of the island’s interior, offering excellent opportunities for photography and explanations of the geological formation of this place.
10 minutes
7
Caldeira Negra e Caldeira Comprida
At Lagoa Negra, your guide will show you one of the island’s best-known volcanic lagoons, with dark, deep waters that contrast with the surrounding vegetation. The lagoon lies next to Lagoa Comprida, forming a group of lagoons with distinct shapes and unique colours, often described by our visitors as one of Flores’ most striking natural landscapes
15 minutes
8
Miradouro do Portal
Another viewpoint we will pass by is the Portal Viewpoint. At this viewpoint, the guide will stop to show you the island’s west coast and the Atlantic Ocean, explaining the geology and interesting facts about how the island was formed. You will be able to enjoy the sweeping views, take photographs and gain a better understanding of the relationship between the island and the sea.
10 minutes
9
Poco da Ribeira do Ferreiro
At Poço da Ribeira do Ferreiro, the guide will stop to show you the waterfalls and the surrounding valley, explaining the local geology and typical vegetation. You’ll be able to watch the water cascading down multiple levels, take photographs and soak up the tranquillity of the spot. This stop involves a walk of about 1.5 km, so make sure you’ve got your trainers and camera ready – this place is sure to impress.
1 hour
10
Cascata do Poco do Bacalhau
At Poço do Bacalhau, the guide will stop to show you the impressive waterfall that flows into a natural pool, explaining interesting facts about the local geology and vegetation. You can enjoy the scenery, take photographs and, depending on the conditions, even take a dip in the water, in a setting typical of the island of Flores.
30 minutes
11
Faja Grande
In Fajã Grande, the guide will stop to show you the westernmost village in Europe, explaining the local history, the lives of the inhabitants and interesting facts about the region. Visitors will be able to explore the streets, admire the traditional architecture and take photographs, whilst soaking up the village’s peaceful atmosphere.
20 minutes
12
Monchique Islet
On Monchique Islet, the guide will stop at the Fajã Grande lighthouse to show you the westernmost point in Europe. At the same time, you can admire the Atlantic, the coastal waterfalls and the islet – a view found nowhere else in the world – take photographs and hear interesting facts about the local geography and history.
10 minutes
13
Rocha dos Bordoes
At Rocha dos Bordões, the guide will stop to show you the unique vertical basalt columns, explaining how they were formed and their geological significance. Visitors will be able to get a close-up view of this impressive formation, take photographs and enjoy the surrounding landscape.
10 minutes
14
Lajes das Flores
Stop for lunch at a regional restaurant, where an all-you-can-eat buffet featuring regional dishes will be served, allowing you to sample the local cuisine in a relaxed atmosphere.
2 hours
15
Caldeira Rasa e Caldeira Funda
At Caldeira Rasa and Caldeira Funda, the guide will stop to show you two volcanic lakes in the centre of the island, explaining their geological formation and the typical vegetation surrounding them.
20 minutes
16
Miradouro Craveiro Lopes
At the Craveiro Lopes Viewpoint, the guide will stop to show you a sweeping view of the coast and the island’s villages, explaining the local geography and sharing interesting facts about the history and culture of these villages. You’ll be able to take in the valley scenery, take photographs and soak up the tranquillity of the place.
10 minutes
17
Lagoa Da Lomba
At Lagoa da Lomba, the guide will stop to show you a peaceful lagoon in the island’s interior, surrounded by pastures and rolling hills. Visitors can admire the calm water reflecting the landscape.
15 minutes
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This excursion is special because it allows you to fully discover the Flores Island in a single day, combining history, nature, culture and traditions.
Participants explore miradours, the 7 lagoons, waterfalls and traditional villages, accompanied by a certified and experienced local Guide who shares authentic knowledge about the island.
Lunch included in a regional buffet restaurant offers the opportunity to taste local gastronomy.
The experience in small groups, flexible itinerary and the possibility to interact with nature and make small walks make this tour unique and memorable.
Highlights
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
7 hours
Offered in Portuguese & 3 Others
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
All Fees and Taxes
Certified and experienced local guide – Multilingual service (PT, EN, ES, FR)
Comfortable transport in licensed vehicles: Fiat Talento for groups of up to 8 people; Dacia Jogger for smaller groups (up to 7 people), with air conditioning and child seats
Drinks included with the buffet lunch: 1 drink per person, your choice of: Juice Water (still or sparkling) Beer Glass of wine
Lunch
Meeting Points
Departure
Experience Oc Store
Please head to our shop, located opposite Santa Cruz das Flores Airport. Look out for our guide wearing an Experience OC T-shirt and the vehicle bearing the company logo.