• Guides Expert, English-speaking local guides
• Accommodation 6 nights in cozy local art deco hotels
• Meals 6 breakfasts and 4 lunches
• Transfers All airport transfers
• Permits All permits and entry fees
• Equipment All equipment for canyoning, coasteering, kayaking, SUP and mountain biking
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Day 1: Welcome to The Azores!

After catching your first glimpse of the Azores archipelago from above, you'll land at the international airport in Ponta Delgada on Sao Miguel island. Your host will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel in Furnas, approximately a 45 minute drive away.

Depending on your arrival time, the rest of your day is free to enjoy the beautiful boutique hotel and adjacent botanical gardens - plus your choice of indoor and outdoor swimming pools to use!

Day 2: Hiking to Pico da Vara (1103m) Sao Miguel's Highest Point

You'll kick start your Azores adventure with a big hike to Pico da Vara, the highest point on Sao Miguel island, peaking at 1103m. The trail starts at Algarvia in the north east of the island and ascends for 7km through cedar woodland and open grasslands, with sweeping coastal views. At the top, on the highest point of Sao Miguel island you'll have views over the valley of Povoação in the south, the majestic crater of Furnas Volcano to the west, and the volcanic massifs of Fogo and Sete Cidades at the bottom.

Approx 4 hours hiking / 7km / Ascent 284m / Descent 865m

Day 3: Hike the Agrião trail to Ribeira Quente Beach

Today you'll lace your hiking boots back up for a coastal hike along the Agrião Trail in the south east of Sao Miguel island. The hike passes along the Atlantic coast as the trail weaves up and down through streams and over wooden bridges - with steep climbs and narrow descents. You'll have views over Sao Miguel's cliffs, the Atlantic Ocean and the Povoação volcanic crater.

The trails ends up at Ribeira Quente where you'll have some time to enjoy the beach. Grab a drink and snack in the quaint local village before heading back to the hotel for an evening's recharge.

Approx 4 hours hiking / 5km / Ascent 148m / Descent 395m

Day 4: Canyoning Adventure at Ribeira dos Caldeirões

Rise early and fuel up with breakfast and coffee ready for your canyoning adventure. You'll be picked up at 08:15 and whisked over to Ribeira dos Caldeirões. This is a protected area in north east Sao Miguel making a 100% natural adventure playground.

Warm up with a brisk hike up the trail to the start point. For the next 3 hours you'll scramble, jump, slide and abseil along the stream. The water flows from the top of the mountain and surrounded by dense endemic forest. Your expert guides will help you navigate each section while filming and photographing the adventure, so that your daredevil antics are fully recorded for later!

After drying off, you'll grab some lunch and then transfer over to Ponta Delgada to check into your second boutique hotel, home for the next 3 nights. The afternoon is free for some down-time exploring Ponta Delgada's cafes and bars or relaxing at the hotel.

Approx 3 hours of canyoning

Day 5: Whale Watching and Sea Kayaking at Vila Franca do Campo

Today you'll witness one of the Azores' true natural treasures: the huge populations of cetaceans in the deep blue and nutrient-rich waters around the islands. During spring time, you can see migratory species such as Blue Whales, Fin Whales and Sei Whales. The Azores is also home to year-round resident populations of Sperm Whales and huge numbers of dolphins.

At Ponta Delgada harbour, your marine biologist will talk you through how to look out for whales while on the water. They'll also explain how they make sure that whale watching in the Azores is sustainable and responsible, with the maximum care shown to these magnificent creatures.

In the afternoon you'll go out on sea kayaks to enjoy the Atlantic Ocean, this time from a smaller vessel. If you're lucky some of your dolphin friends from the boat ride earlier may come and say hello again!

3 hours whale watching. 2-3 hours of sea kayaking

Day 6: Epic Atlantic Coasteering and Afternoon at Sete Cidades

The best way to see the many hidden parts of the volcanic island of Sao Miguel is to jump straight into the Atlantic Ocean and coasteer your way along its wild coastline. Your coasteering epic starts in Agua de Pau, a beautiful coastal town in the municipality of Lagoa. With expert guides by your side throughout, you'll jump, scramble, dive and swim your way along the tide line in the volcanic area. There are even spots where you'll be able climb up and cliff dive in the water.

After lunch you'll head over to Sete Cidades to enjoy an activity of your choice on or around the lake. Sete Cidades is one of the Azores' picture postcard spots - and one of the '7 Wonders of Portugal'! You'll have the choice to explore the lake on a kayak or Stand Up Paddleboard, or you may prefer to stay dry this afternoon and take a bike out on the trails around the lake instead.

Approx 3 hours of coasteering

Day 7: Goodbye Azores

After breakfast it's time to say goodbye to the Azores. Your host will transfer you to the airport in Ponta Delgada in time for your return flight home.

Your accommodation on this trip will be in two 4-star boutique hotels, providing you with amazing comfort in beautiful and relaxing surroundings after each of your adventure days out on the island. Accommodation is in same sex twin-share rooms. You can request a double room or a private room upgrade through your host.

Furnas

In Furnas you'll stay at the Terra Nostra Garden Hotel, considered one of the best hotels in the Azores. The hotel is adjacent to the Terra Nostra Botanical Park, complete with a geo-thermal lake, which guests are free to wander the grounds. The hotel has a wellness spa with indoor and outdoor pools, perfect for winding down at the end of each day.

Ponta Delgada

In Ponta Delgada you'll stay at Hotel do Colégio, a boutique hotel run in a 19th century manor house. The hotel has a highly regarded restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and spacious, quiet guest rooms. The hotel is perfectly located in the historic centre of Ponta Delgada.

Private Room Upgrade

For solo travellers looking for their own space, an optional private room can be booked for:

£410 per person (June to September dates) £330 per person (October dates)

Subject to availability. Please request this at the time of booking.

The Azores archipelago is an autonomous region of Portugal and the most westerly point of Europe. The islands lie in the North Atlantic Ocean, just a 4 hour flight from the USA and a 2 hour flight from the European mainland. The Azores are made up of nine volcanic islands scattered across 370 square miles, each one marked with a unique natural beauty.

The Azores are bathed in warm and species-rich waters which are highly influenced by the Gulf Stream. The region is an important point of passage and home to many whales and dolphins, turtles, fish and birds. Due to its geographical location and remoteness, the Azores islands have preserved their environment for centuries.

The volcanic origins of the islands have created mountains, valleys and volcanic rock formations that are covered in lush vegetation with many endemic plant and flower species. The spectacular landscapes are peppered with waterfalls, lakes inside ancient craters and geo-thermal springs.

Ponta Delgada Airport

Your adventure begins at Ponta Delgada Airport. Airport transfers are included if you arrive on the start day, so please let your host know your flight times.

Ponta Delgada Airport

Your adventure ends at Ponta Delgada Airport on Day 10. Airport transfers are included, so please let your host know your flight times.

Please note, transfers are only included if you arrive or depart on the start and end days of the trip. If you would like to arrive early or extend your stay, your host can arrange airport transfers for an extra cost.