Wild Island Adventure in the Azores

A great trip, well organised and fabulous guides. Nice to be able to do various activities and offers various ways of seeing and experiencing the island. The pace of the activities were very relaxed - nice for those less confident or experienced but for those wanting a faster pace/ more challenging trip then may not be for you. Some tips for packing: bring a quick dry / micro fibre poncho for getting changed in public areas & sturdy sandals for walking over volcanic rock to hot springs.

This trip was my second with MBA and a very memorable one! It was an active week packed with several hikes, biking, kayaking, whale watching, canyoning and coasteering. I found it was a bit more challenging physically than I expected and we had to factor in the unpredictable weather but it was manageable in the end. We had the most dedicated guides who went above and beyond to give us the most enjoyable experience. The scenery was incredible, we had a great group, and I’m already thinking about traveling again with MBA next year.

This trip was action packed. The island is incredible, so much to do and see and all a short drive away! The team from fun activities Azores worked so hard to adjust what we did to make the best of the changeable weather. They communicated clearly throughout and gave us choices. They also surprised us with a fancy lunch and taught us about Azorean culture and history. Do not hesitate to book this trip! I’m planning on returning.

great experience despite bad weather. The guides really did their utmost to adapt the itinerary to accommodate. i only have some constructive criticism to make the trip even better;

1. splitting the group from 12 to 6+6 would help across the majority of activities given those with more confidence/skills a little more freedom and those with less, more time to develop skills in a safe environment - without 11 other people looking on, even with best intentions at heart - this creates added nerves for some i. e. coasteering jumps with the added 'peer' pressure.
2. more time to walk round the lake in Furnas rather than a jump on/off bus tour. Give more choice to those who fancied stretching legs.
3. ebikes - starting with flat and then building to hills up and down, again to gain confidence.
4. weather hampered the hike one day and the decision was made to drive the group to the top of the peak, rather than hiking in the rain. i think that 90% of the group would of happily hiked; good intention meant, but perhaps allowing the group to decide.
5. more time at canyoning - as we only really did one slide, one rappel, one zip and 3 jumps. i think most people would have enjoyed doing it all again, and in smaller sub-groups, so you didn't get cold waiting your turn
6. Hikes were easy (easier than i expected if you have a general fitness) and could have been a little more adventurous, whilst the trees/riverside / waterfall were beautiful, it was a little crowded with tourists. We had probably been spoilt by the fact people on other days/activities to make this more pronounced.
7. the whale watching - give choices to the group re big boat or smaller rib. . pros and cons to each, i did both, and thought rib more fun. safety focused, well organised , engagement, participation, welcoming - all of this!!! would recommend noting easy; with any challenge largely being within yourself re lack of experience in an activity, fear of water/heights. the team really encouraged everyone despite this

I had such a good time on this trip. Yes the weather was iffy, but the guides changed the activities around at the drop of a hat so we always took advantage of good weather windows and did wet activities in the wet. Teresa, Riccardo and Daniella were fantastic. Pack a down jacket and lots of leggings as well as shorts.

The main team worked tirelessly to provide a real Azores adventure. They showed us hidden gems and communicated well throughout. Activities were loads of fun and not too hard yet exhilarating! Take heaps of warm, weatherproof wear. Book Porta Delgata restaurants in advance or plan to eat grab and go (while the provided suggestions were lovely, several restaurants turned four of us away before we ate outside - a chilly but bonding experience). Hotels were clean and basic (Furnas’ stay was much brighter). One canyoning guide was more interested in taking pictures badly than safety, which was unfortunate for my ankle. However, I’m thankful that I got to explore and have fun with a wonderful crew!

This trip was nothing short of spectacular—from the breathtaking coastal views and lush forests to the charming, picturesque towns, every moment felt like a postcard come to life. The itinerary struck the perfect balance between high-energy adventure and relaxed exploration. Thrill-seekers will love the canyoning, coasteering, biking, and hiking, while those looking to unwind will enjoy scenic walks, peaceful whale watching, and serene nights of camping. The local cuisine was delicious throughout, and the guides truly made the experience—knowledgeable, kind, and always up for a laugh. An incredible way to discover the magic of the Azores!

We had a lovely activity week in the Azores. The island is beautiful and offers a great setting as a perfect outdoor playground.

We loved all the activities. Nothing too challenging but plenty of variety and lots of fun. Exactly what was described. The guides were great, the equipment was in good nick and the mini buses good.

Accommodation and food was ok. Nothing fancy but the hotel locations and views were perfect. The overnight camp was good fun too. Great bbq in the evening and a delicious breakfast in a local cafe the next morning. We were hoping for a fun loving activity week with a bit of time to relax in the sun and that's exactly what we got. 5 stars.

I had quite a few much adventure tours, usually with one or two types of activities. This one definitely caught my eyes simply because of all 6 different activates. After having been on this amazing tour, I can tell it was not a boast. The activities are not just scrambled. They are very well organized. Each activity had a reasonable length and difficulty level. If you love all these activities, the tour offers the full-scale satisfaction.

The host also match the number of participants and difficulty level with the right number of guides. So the participants feel very safe and well guided. They host is well equipped, not just the necessary activities equipment, but also the video/photo devices. It is always such a sweet memory to look at these exciting moments afterwards. The guides are really nice and friendly. We had a great time together.

Besides the activities, the chosen base sites are well thought through. We were based in Vila Franca, Nordeste and Furnas. Those spots are really beautiful. In Nordest, we had camping. The camping site is really "luxury" in my standard. All the tents, mattress, sleeping bags, even pillows are already prepared neat and clean. The camping site even cooked great BBQ for us.

The difficult rating is easy. I'm a regularly trained person with a handful outdoor experience and used to be amateur athlete. I would say I'm within 10% percentile physical level among all ages considered. I would say the difficult rating might be medium to most people.

All in all, the tour is a great experience and leave me one of the best experiences with much better adventures. Thanks for the great job!

Plenty of activities in beautiful location!

Views were compromised by the weather on first few days - make sure to bring waterproofs but we saw whales, dolphins and sun and steam on the last few days. Final meal and hotel was fabulous, earlier ones not as good. Lovely attentive guides.

It was a perfect way to get a taster of all the wonderful things the Azores can offer. Completely fell in love with the place - already planning a return trip to see all the other islands!

Azores islands are full of beautiful scenery and there was a lot of fun activities that we did together as a group! Highly recommend this trip 😇 it’s not very hard in terms of fitness requirements and the local guides did a great job as well

Well balanced trip ! We were kept busy and had fabulous guides for all activities! Could recharge batteries , see the island and experience a range of actiivities and moderate hikes. Met a great group of people and tried loads of excellent activitites. My favourite was the day of canyoning!

This was a great trip! The Azores are stunningly beautiful, from volcano top down to the ocean. The people are wonderful, food and wine delicious, and a very clean and safe place. The range of activities was varied and enjoyable. The coasteering and canyoning were fun for the more experienced and complete beginners alike, especially under the care and leadership of the fantastic guides. I loved the hiking, especially the days with an opportunity to swim in the waterfalls. Overall, the trip is rated as easy and I think that is fair. Nothing was too challenging or inappropriate for novices. A basic level of fitness to be able to walk up hill for 6km is all. My additional recommendations for the packing list: earplugs for camping as the wildlife is "enthusiastic" at night; sandals for some of the easier, flat hikes; a towel poncho for post-water activities to help get changed and stay warm; power bank for your phone - you'll take a lot of pictures and videos! FYI check trip advisor reviews of the different hotsprings. We found the one within the botanical gardens to be better than the ones open later into the evening. And I enjoyed using some of my free time to get a cab to Ponta Delgada to explore, shop and enjoy the cafes. Also stop at a supermarket before camping so you have snacks and refreshments.