whale watching - furnas boutique hotel
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ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at Marina of Ponta Delgada2. Briefing3. Boat trip to whatching the whales4. Return to the marina
Throughout the year you have the opportunity to see 27 species of whales. On a boat trip, with guides and biologists, you’ll get to know more about this species.
27 DIFFERENT SPECIES
WHALEWATCHING
DURATION To be announced
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical, Cultural
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULETo be announced
PRICE€55 per adult low season€60 per adult high season€42 per child low season€47 per child high season
VAT included
The Azores are a unique and privileged place for bird watching, with more than 400 species recorded in the archipelago. Between September and April, during migration season, there is sometimes the opportunity to observe birds from the American and European continent and seabirds from the Indian and Pacific oceans. Among the 40-nesting species, two endemic species are the azores bullfinch (Priolo) in the eastern part of São Miguel and the Monteiro.Together let´s discover the taste for birdwatching!
AN EXCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE WITH NATURE, FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY, PROFESSIONALS AND BEGINNERS, IN ONE OF THE BEST PLACES IN THE WORLD TO OBSERVE BIRDS.
DURATION 8 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Nature, Science, Wildlife
IDEAL FORFamily, Couple, Individuals
MÍN. 2 MAX. 4RESERVATION24H
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English
SCHEDULE9H00
PRICE€75 per personVAT included
BIRDWATCHING DISCOVERAzores
INCLUDES Telescope rental, binoculars, Pic Nic and field guides.
NOTESRecommendations: Comfortable shoes, raincoat, cap and sunscreen.
KAYAK BY THEMICAELENSE COASTAs a real explorer!
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point: hotel lobby2. Transfer3. Start the activity4. Transfer5. Return to hotel
A kayak trip by the beautiful coast of São Miguel. Leave in the morning and have a light meal on a secret beach, bay or grotto. After the meal, we return to the departure port.The trips are made according to the sea and wind conditions, being able to start from different points of the island according to these conditions.
INCLUDESGuide, all the material and light meal.
DURATION 5 - 6 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Nature, Discovery, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Young, Small Groups
MÍN. 2 MAX. 6RESERVATION1 day in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULESob consulta
PRICE€85 per person+ €50 with round trip
VAT included
THIS IS A RADICAL AND ALTERNATIVE WAY OF DISCOVERING THE COAST OF SÃO MIGUEL. IF YOU HAVE A WATERPROOF CAMERA MAKE SURE YOU DON’T FORGET IT
CANYONINGHave you everimagined goingdown a rappelwaterfall?FULL DAY
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at hoteL reception2. Arrival at the activity site3. Briefing4. Start of activity5. Return to Hotel
Venture in the most fun ribeira of the azores located in the county of the nordeste. immerse yourself in pure and crystal clean water, rappel waterfalls and sneak through the natural sculpted slides.
INCLUDESFull equipment, guide, transferphotos and videos of the activity.
DURATION 8 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends
MÍN. 2 MAX. -RESERVATION2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End 06.00pm
PRICE€85 per personwith transfer and lunch€75 per personwithout transfer
VAT included
EXPLORE THE AZORES IN A DIFFERENT WAY! GO DOWN THE MAGNIFICENT WATERFALLS OF RIBEIRA DOS CALDEIRÕES AND DIVE IN THESE FANTASTIC WATERS
CANYONINGHave you everimagined goingdown a rappelwaterfall?HALF DAY
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at hoteL reception2. Arrival at the activity site3. Briefing4. Start of activity5. Return to Hotel
Venture in the most fun ribeira of the azores located in the county of the nordeste. immerse yourself in pure and crystal clean water, rappel waterfalls and sneak through the natural sculpted slides.
INCLUDESFull equipment, guide, transfer.photos and videos of the activity.
DURATION 4 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends
MÍN. 2 MAX. -RESERVATION2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End 01.00pm orStart 02.00pm • End 06.00pm
PRICE€65 per personwith transfer€55 per personwithout transfer
VAT included
EXPLORE THE AZORES IN A DIFFERENT WAY! GO DOWN THE MAGNIFICENT WATERFALLS OF RIBEIRA DOS CALDEIRÕES AND DIVE IN THESE FANTASTIC WATERS
DURATION 2H30
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Cultural
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Senior
MÍN. 2 MAX. 6RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULETo combine
PRICE€30 per person+ transfer €20
VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Booking at the hotel reception (day and time)2. The Guide will welcome you at the hotel3. During 2H30, discover the city’s secrets4. End of the tour and return to the hotel
With a local discover the history of Ponta Delgada, through an electric bike ride.During 11 km you will see beautiful churches, special and unique monuments, fantastic gardens or other important points of São Miguel Island, always with the sea in background.
E-BIKEBY PONTADELGADAExplore the secrets of Ponta Delgada on an electric bicycle
ELECTRIC BIKE RIDEEXPLORE PONTA DELGADA
INCLUDESBike, helmet and gloves.
E-BIKE FORSETE CIDADESDo you alreadyknow Sete cidades?Not this wayFULL DAY
INCLUDESElectric bike, protection equipment trailer for children.
DURATION 8 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Cultural, Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends
MÍN. 2 MAX. -RESERVATION2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End 06.00pm
PRICE€75 per person+ transfer €50Children 50% from 5 to 15 years
VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point, HOtel's reception2. Electric bicycle ride to sete cidades3. Guided tour4. Lunch5. Continuation of the tour6. Return to hotel
Enjoy a quiet bike ride along the paths of Sete Cidades and the wonderful views of the lagoon and volcano.
FOR A FULL DAY GO TO DISCOVER ALL THE SECRETS OF THE REGION OF THE SETE CIDADES
E-BIKE FORSETE CIDADESDo you alreadyknow Sete cidades?Not this wayHALF DAY
INCLUDESElectric bike, protection equipment trailer for children.
DURATION 4 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Cultural, Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends
MÍN. 2 MAX. -RESERVATION2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End 06.00pm orStart 02.00pm • End 06.00pm
PRICE€55 per person+ transfer €50Children 50% from 5 to 15 years
VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point, Hotel's Reception2. Electric bicycle ride to sete cidades3. Guided tour4. Return to hotel
Enjoy a quiet bike ride along the paths of sete cidades and the wonderful views of the lagoon.
EXPLORE SETE CIDADES DURING 4 HOURS
GOLFBAPTISM
DURATION 3 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
MÍN. 2 MAX. -RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End noon
PRICE€50 per person2 adults + 1 child + €5 per extra child
VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Arrival at batalha golf course2. Introduction to golf3. Free training4. End of activity5. Lunch (optional)
Beginning golf lessons with the sea as a background.
includesGolf equipment.
GOLF BAPTISM
DURATION 9 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Cultural
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
MÍN. - MAX. 7RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End 06.00pm
PRICE€300 per car (private tour)VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at the hotel reception2. Jeep tour3. Return to hotel
Our guide knows all the corners, roads and rails of São Miguel. Discover all the secrets of this island through this unique experience. Have fun in this adventure, experience and discover the island in its purest state!No matter what ride you choose, the fun is guaranteed!
JEEP TOURExplore the secretspot of São MiguelFULL DAY
TO EXPLORE THE HIDDEN PLACES OF THE ISLAND!SETE CIDADES, FURNAS, NORDESTE AND FOGO
INCLUDEDJeep with driver, guide.
NOT INCLUDESLunch.
TIPDon’t forget the swimming suit and towel.
JEEP TOURExplore the secretspot of São MiguelHALF DAY
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at the hotel reception2. Jeep tour3. Return to hotel
Our guide knows all the corners, roads and rails of São Miguel. Discover all the secrets of this island through this unique experience. Have fun in this adventure, experience and discover the island in its purest state!No matter what ride you choose, the fun is guaranteed!
TO EXPLORE THE HIDDEN PLACES OF THE ISLAND!SETE CIDADES AND FOGO
DURATION 3 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Cultural
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
MÍN. - MAX. 7RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 09.00am • End noon orStart 02.00pm • End 06.00pm
PRICE€220 per car (private tour)VAT included
INCLUDEDJeep with driver, guide.
NOT INCLUDESLunch.
TIPDon’t forget the swimming suit and towel.
BOILED EGGIN THE SEADive into atransparent paradiseand take a boiled eggunder water
INCLUDESAll diving equipment and training.
NOT INCLUDESTransfer for Vila Franca do Campo.For transfer, please contact the reception.
DURATION 9 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple
MÍN. 2 MAX. 4RESERVATION3 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEStart 08.00am • End 05.30pm
PRICE€70,80 per personVAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting at Vila Franca do Campo Marina2. Briefing of experience and diving equipment3. Morning practing diving in the pool4. Picnic5. Departure to the sea and arrival to the place of the dive6. Diving and egg hunt7. Return to the Vila Franca Marina
A memorable dive baptism through a unique experience.In this experience you have the opportunity to take a boiled egg naturally in the sea, take diving lessons and a delicious pic-nic prepared by our Chef.
DIVING BAPTISMEXPLORE VARIOUS SPECIES OF FISHEAT A NATURALLY BOILED EGG IN THE SEA
INCLUDESGuide and all the necessary material.
NOT INCLUDETransfer until the meeting point.
DURATION 3 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Nature, Discovery,Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Young, Small Groups
MÍN. 2 MAX. On request
RESERVATION 1 day in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEOn request
PRICE€40 per personVAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point defined by the company2. Start the activity3. Eturn to meeting point
Explore one of our lagoons on a paddleboard. Our instructor Pedro invites you to discover the unique landscapes of the Azores and the secrets hided by Nature. You will not forget this SUPer ride!
SUP IN THELAGOONAzores gotsupped up!
DEPARTURE: LAGOA DAS FURNAS, LAGOA DAS SETE CIDADES, LAGOA DO CONGRO
DURATION 3 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Do it yourself, Cultural,Gastronomy
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
MÍN. 3 MAX. 8RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGES Portuguese, English
SCHEDULE6pm or 10am
PRICE€45 per personVAT included
The night before or just before lunch the same day, we go to the hotel kitchen, prepare the ingredients and receive information about this ancient tradition. Then we will put the pot into the volcanic boilers from 6h to 8h. For lunch or dinner, we meet at the kitchen again with the chef, and then we begin our beautiful meal, served at the restaurant À Terra, with the best wine recommendations!
MAKE YOURSTEWCook and tastethe typical FurnasStew, and discover acentury-old tradition!
A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE WITH OUR CHEF! YOU WILL LEARN TO CHOOSE THE BEST FISH OR THE BEST MEAT, AND OF COURSE A TRUE AZOREAN WAY TO COOK
INCLUDESCooking classes and meal.
NOT INCLUDESDrinks.
LUNCH
6pm (day before) 10am (same)Meeting point in the hotel kitchen to prepare the stew and take it to the
lagoon.
Noon 6pmMeeting point at the reception to pick up the pot (optional)
1pm 7pm Lunch at À TERRA Dinner at À TERRA
DINNER
INCLUDESKayak, neoprene suit, snorkeling mask,watertight boot, activity guide.
DURATION 3 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Radical
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple
MÍN. 2 MAX. 10RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEFrom 9.30 am to noon
PRICE€40 per personVAT included
KAYAK TOURGuided tour to theIslet of Vila Franca
ITINERARY
1. Meeting Point at Vila Franca Marina2. Brienfing3. Kayaking4. Return to Marina
These tours start at Vila Franca do Campo Marina, especially during the summer months (May to October) and you can discover Vila Franca do Campo and its seafront from a completely different point of view and its magnificent islet.
DAILY TOURS WITH 2H30 DURATION
DURATION 5 - 6 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Fishing, Cultural, Sport,Maritime
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Individual
MÍN. 1 MAX. 8RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEOn request
PRICEOn request€70 - €1100 per personVAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point: Fishing Port of Porto Formoso2. Fish over the north coast of the island3. Return to the Port
Plug yourself into the local reality and genuine azorean traditions. We look for the best fish in a typical azorean fishing boat. For the grouper or the local encharéu, we give you the fishing rod (also with a hand) and then it’s up for the fish. Afterwards, we return to the departure port.
FISHINGLike a realfisherman
ARTISANAL FISHING WITH A REAL FISHERMAN, IN A TYPICAL AZOREAN BOAT, IN THE PICTURESQUE PORT FORMOSO PARISH!
INCLUDESAll necessary equipment for fishing and mineral water.
NOT INCLUDEFood, transfers.
DURATION 7 - 8 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Adventure, Photography, Workshop, Educational
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, TeamTeam Building, Groups,Photo Lovers
MÍN. 1 MAX. 6RESERVATION 1 day in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English
SCHEDULE9am - 5pm
PRICE€180 per van private tour€60 per person shared tour(with lunch)
VAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point: hotel lobby2. Photographic tour3. Return to hotel
OPTIONS1. Sete Cidades2. Lagoa do Fogo3. Furnas
Discover and photograph the best of our island with Nature in pure state. In this tour with our guide and experienced photographer, there are plenty of sights to enjoy, paths to explore and landscapes to photograph. There is time to learn and time to shoot. Impress your friends with your new photo album made in Azores!
PHOTOTOURS
INCLUDESPickup, photographer and photographyequipment.
NOT INCLUDELunch and eventual entrance tickets for gardens and parks.
EVERYONE SAYS A-NA-NÁÁS!
A gourmet picnic done by the restaurant’s chef, served by us in a secret place on the island: ideal for a birthday, a wedding proposal, or simply as a nature lover! Book this unique experience on the São Miguel Island.
THE BEST LUNCH IN PARADISE
SURPRISEPICNICA Picnic in an exclusive place on the island
DURATION 2 hours
TYPE OF ACTIVITY Gastronomy, Relax
IDEAL FOR Everyone
MÍN. 2 MAX. 10RESERVATION48H
LANGUAGES Portuguese, English
SCHEDULELunch time: 12H00 - 15H00(may - october)
PRICE€60 per personVAT included
INCLUDESPicnic, drinks, professional service at the table, Picnic delivery.
DURATION 8 hours
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
for 6 people
RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEOn request
PRICE€500 per sailboatVAT included ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at the Portas do Mar marine2. Start of the tour3. Return to marina
See the landscape that the great sailors of the past saw, when they found this magnificent archipelago. During the tour you have the opportunity to test some Azorean products, served by the skipper Pedro, who besides being a great host, is also Azorean and knows so much about these islands.
SAILBOATTOURFULL DAY
THIS TOUR INCLUDES:REGIONAL SAUSAGES, CURED AND FRESH CHEESES, TUNA, CRACKLING, PORC PATE (PÉ DE TORRESMO), WHITE AND ROSE WINE
INCLUDESBoat tour, dip in the sea and meal on board.
NOT INCLUDETransfer not included
NOTEAvailable from March to September.
DURATION 4 hours
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
for 6 people
RESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEOn request
PRICE€300 per sailboatVAT included
ITINERARY
1. Meeting point at the Portas do Mar marine2. Start of the tour3. Return to marina
See the landscape that the great sailors of the past saw, when they found this magnificent archipelago. During the tour you have the opportunity to test some Azorean products, served by the skipper Pedro, who besides being a great host, is also Azorean and knows so much about these islands.
HALF DAY SAILBOAT TOUR WITH:WELCOME DRINK, TEA, COFFEE, MINERAL WATER, COOKIES
INCLUDESSailBoat tour and welcome drink.
NOT INCLUDETransfer not included
NOTEAvailable from March to September.
OPTIONAzorian products tasting €25 per person.
SAILBOATTOURHALF DAY
SAILBOATTOURSunset
ITINERARY
1. Ponto de encontro na receção do hotel2. small briefing3. Arrive to Marina4. Start of the sunset tour5. take a dip6. return to marina and hotel
Leave the marina of Ponta Delgada towards the most special sunset of the Azores. With a panoramic view relax with the waves while watching this phenomenon.Host Pedro’s always has on board snacks and drinks from the most regional there is.
HALF DAY SAILBOAT TOUR WITH:WELCOME DRINK, TEA, COFFEE, MINERAL WATER, COOKIES
DURATION 3 hours
IDEAL FOR Family, Couple, Friends, Senior
for 6 peopleRESERVATION 2 days in advance
LANGUAGESPortuguese, English, Spanish
SCHEDULEOn request
PRICE€235 per sailboat
VAT included
INCLUDESSailBoat tour and welcome drink.
NOT INCLUDETransfer not included
NOTEAvailable from March to September.
OPTIONAzorian products tasting €25 per person.