Half-Day Hike: Ribeira Funda Watermills & Waterfalls

This hike takes you to the north coast of the island. This circular route(4.4 km) begins and ends in Ribeira Funda (Fenais da Ajuda), near the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Aflição. The main points of interest on this trail are the remains of a group of watermills and various waterfalls.

For nature lovers, this walk is an invitation to enjoy it and take a walk in Azorean history. Since the beginning of settlement, Ribeira Funda has been proving to be an important milling center in São Miguel Island. As early as the fifteenth century that water Mills for grinding cereals were installed along the river and contributed to the wealth.

This trail is an exceptional eco-tourism experience – developed to traverse through some of the most beautiful and scenic sections of the island. The coastline of Ribeira Funda still known for its vineyards and fruit crops, and also in the use of its corn mills. During your walk, you can enjoy various views of the coastline.

Other things to note

This hike has some effort but not too much.

Light raincoat can be a good idea on cloudy days

• This hike takes you to the north coast of the island. This circular route(4.4 km) begins and ends in Ribeira Funda (Fenais da Ajuda), near the Chapel of Nossa Senhora da Aflição. The main points of interest on this trail are the remains of a group of watermills and various waterfalls. For nature lovers, this walk is an invitation to enjoy it and take a walk in Azorean history. Since the beginning of settlement, Ribeira Funda has been proving to be an important milling center in São Miguel Island. As early as the fifteenth century that water Mills for grinding cereals were installed along the river and contributed to the wealth. This trail is an exceptional eco-tourism experience – developed to traverse through some of the most beautiful and scenic sections of the island. The coastline of Ribeira Funda still known for its vineyards and fruit crops, and also in the use of its corn mills. During your walk, you can enjoy various views of the coastline. Other things to note This hike has some effort but not too much. Light raincoat can be a good idea on cloudy days

The main points of interest on this trail are the remains of a group of watermills, various waterfalls at the end of Ribeira Funda stream, and sweeping views of the east and west coasts of the island of São Miguel.

• Enjoy a hike and get dramatic views of the east and west coasts

• Snap some photos of cascading waterfalls, lush scenery, and beautiful landscapes

• Stroll through this trail and check out beautiful local plant varieties

• Immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of real nature

No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Not wheelchair accessible
Please bring comfortable shoes for walking and a bottle of water
Please input you accomodation's name or it's address. Pickups can be done anywhere in Ponta Delgada city. Contact us if you are staying outside Ponta Delgada to arrange a pickup.
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers