This 7 km trail begins and ends in the parish of Algarvia, at 700 meters of altitude. After rising about 1 km through a forest of Cryptomerias, the landscape changes to a scenario with endemic species and ground vegetation.The trail rises until it reaches the highest point on the island of São Miguel, Pico da Vara, at 1105 m above sea level, where you have an amazing view over almost the whole island. The return to the starting point is done with the descent of the same track, being a bit slippery during the winter. On the return to Ponta Delgada, passing by the northern coast of the island, still time to stop at the oldest tea factory of São Miguel, Gorreana tea factory for a tea tasting and passing by the city of Ribeira Grande, the only city on the north side of the island, before crossing back to south coast, through the narrower part of the island, with just 8 km. After a brief drive in the south coast, the activity ends with the arrival in Ponta Delgada.
Walking Tour Pico da Vara
- Lunch
- Duration: 6h
- Mobile tickets accepted
Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours
Cancellation Notes: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Travelers should have a strong physical fitness level
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
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
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 8 travelers
Which attractions will I visit with Walking Tour Pico da Vara?
During this experience, places you will visit include:
How much is Walking Tour Pico da Vara?
Walking Tour Pico da Vara price starts from $64.92.
What time does Walking Tour Pico da Vara start?
Walking Tour Pico da Vara will start at 9:00 AM.
What is the Walking Tour Pico da Vara cancellation policy?
Walking Tour Pico da Vara cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
Created in 2002, Picos de Aventura is a Tourist Entertainment Company that allows you to enjoy the best that the Azores have to offer. Our activities, in sea and on land, let you know the best places on the island of São Miguel, involving you in a constant interaction with nature, and all that it represents, as well as the local culture and gastronomy. A nossa equipa, endowed with qualified professionals, along with its quality certification, is an added value that makes their experiences with Picos de Aventura even more enjoyable and complete. A company differs, thus, by working with small groups of visitors, in order to provide more specialized services, without harming the places where the activities take place.
- Duration: 6 hours
