Furnas in São Miguel – Azores

Explore Furnas in Sao Miguel – Azores, the Volcano Crater Lake and Village, enjoy a real authentic local “Cozido das Furnas“, a georgeous Botanic Gardens with an amazing array of unique exotic Plants & Flowers, end with a relaxing natural Hot Springs thermal bath – a Full Day!

Meet us at the Marina of Vila Franca do Campo for check-in at the specified time.

The day starts with a short briefing and van tour up the Furnas volcano crater down to the mystic Furnas valley and lake, stopping for sightseeing and photos.

Have lunch in a village restaurant, taste the most genuine island meal – an authentic geyser-cooked “cozido”.

Visit the village’s central volcanic activity and fountains of mineral water. Have one hour free to explore the beautiful village’s streets, featuring crossing rivers, watermills, chapels and fountains.

At 15:30 meet the guide at Terra Nostra Gardens gate, and start a walking botanical journey showcasing a singular collection of plants and flowers of cultural and historic value from all around the World. End with a relaxing mineral-infused and beautiful thermal pool surrounded by wonderful nature.

No matter what season or level of expertise there’s always something interesting for everyone to enjoy. The gardens are exuberant all year with impressive century-old trees, huge collections of colourful, rare and strange plants, specialty gardens, beautiful avenues with sculptures and fountains, and dazzling year-round blooms of fragrant flower tones for the eye, nose, and camera!

Your tour is tailored according to season’s highlights and special events occurring.

Autumn is very special with Acers and other trees producing many different colours, Rhododendrons and Camellias bloom intermittently from October. In Winter time the notorious Ginkgo biloba avenue hues golden, one of the most stunning events occurring on the park throughout the year. In Springtime Magnolias, Clivias, and many other flowers bloom, and the gardens become alive with many species of birds, fish, reptiles and many other small-sized animals.

At 17:30 it is time to head back to the Marina for check-out.

We recommend you to bring your personal water supply, towel, swim suit, full change of clothing. Light food is permitted, and a Camera is essential – protect any personal equipment!

Special Dietary Restrictions must be notified upon reservation for required adjustments.

NOT FOR anyone in wheelchair or delicate health conditions.

HOT SPRINGS WATER is abnormally hot and untreated, and bathing is unsuitable to anyone pregnant, or with recent surgery or trauma or unhealed wounds, or any chronic condition. Volcanic water will damage swimwear color – use one you can spare!