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Full-Day Nordeste & waterfall Tour with Lunch
- 8 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 3 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Embark on a picturesque journey along the captivating North coast to arrive at the Nordeste region, a place often dubbed the "10th island" due to its isolation and beauty. As you explore this enchanting region, you'll discover it is the oldest geological formation on São Miguel, offering a breathtaking landscape adorned with rugged mountains, cliffs, lush forests, cascading waterfalls, and natural parks. The serene viewpoints that overlook the azure sea provide perfect spots for contemplation and photography, while the charming villages, each with its unique character, invite you to experience the local way of life. The Nordeste region, in particular, is a culinary gem where you can indulge in authentic dishes that showcase the rich flavors of the area. After savoring a delightful lunch, continue your expedition around the northeast part of the island, which leads to some breathtaking viewpoints along the coastline, including the oldest lighthouse in the Azores.
Inclusions
What's included
- Regional lunch with drinks, deserts, coffe or tea at local restaurant
- Hotel/port pick-up and drop-off (Ponta Delgada, Lagoa and Ribeira Grande City)
- Live commentary on board
- Transport by 5 air-conditioned minivan (maximum of 8 people per van)
- Travel Insurance Included
- Certified Local guide Fluent in Portuguese, English and Spanish
What's not
- Gratuities
Itinerary
Visit the scenic road & viewpoint of "Coroa da Mata" This location offers panoramic views of the north coast.
The Limbo Waterfall is an oasis of serenity and accessibility. It is a modest waterfall in terms of height, but of remarkable picturesque beauty. The surroundings are dominated by the vibrant green of the vegetation and, seasonally, by the explosions of color from the blue and white hydrangeas that line the path. It's a place for easy contemplation and rest, accessible to all visitors.
This viewpoint is a scenic spot in the northeast, known for its coastal views and an impressive waterfall.
In the green heart of the Nordeste municipality, the Cascata do Risco waterfall is a well-kept secret that seems straight out of an Azorean fairy tale. This waterfall in São Miguel offers an experience of absolute serenity, where the sound of the water crashing against the rocks dominates the silence of the forest. If you're looking for a refuge away from the crowds, this is the ideal setting for total immersion in the island's purest nature.
Savor and enjoy typical dishes from the Azores at a local restaurant, with drinks, desserts, coffee, tea and local liquors included.
Continue to the Ribeira dos Caldeirões Waterfall, perhaps the most emblematic and photographed in the Azores. It is not one, but several waterfalls that are harmoniously distributed in a well-maintained park in Nordeste. The main waterfall is majestic, with water falling in a veil over a natural stone. The park is a perfect symbiosis between human intervention and nature, where old stone watermills from the 16th century have been restored and integrated into the landscape. The contrast between the rustic architecture, the stone bridges, the emerald green of the vegetation, and the purity of the flowing water creates a fairytale setting, easily accessible and enchanting with its scenic beauty and landscaping.
Views of the Atlantic and impressive cliffs. It houses the Arnel Lighthouse, the oldest in the Azores.
The viewpoint is known for its extensive, meticulously maintained gardens and dramatic views over the sea.
Panoramic views of the coast and nature, a tranquil spot to appreciate the island's natural landscape.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Ratings come from 87 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.
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5Great experience. Glad I...
Great experience. Glad I had a driver for all the sites bc some of the roads here are scary. Great guide offered all the information about the island I could ask for
5Wonderful day with great...
Wonderful day with great guide. Beautiful locations. Lots of time off the bus with easy walks to hidden waterfalls. Best day!
5Fantastic day of beautiful scenery, excellent food and drink, and wonderful company
We had an absolutely wonderful day with Jose Miguel as our fantastic tour guide. Jose is so knowledgeable about the island, having grown up here and raised his children here. He took us to so many beautiful locations, with such a diversity in geography and interests. The short hikes were perfect, the food at the lunch restaurant was delicious and abundant, the breakfast pastry shop was really yummy, and most of all the views were amazing! We had lovely co-tourists and really got to know the whole island so well. You should definitely do this tour!
5Nordeste has so many waterfalls and trails to be experienced.
Bruno Rose’ was an amazing guide who went above and beyond. Also was very informative. If we return to this beautiful island again, and we hope to, we would be very happy to have him as our guide once more. Joaquim and Margaret Carrusca from Canada.
5Great tour
We had a wonderful experience on our excursion. Our guide was very professional, friendly, and knowledgeable, with a great personality. We learned so many interesting things throughout the tour and really enjoyed every moment. We also felt very safe and comfortable with his driving, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable and relaxing. Excellent service from beginning to end. We would definitely recommend this excursion and our guide to anyone visiting!
5Joaquim was a...
Joaquim was a knowledgeable tour guide who took us to the most beautiful viewpoints on the east coast! We had delicious food and a wonderful time visiting different spots. Would highly recommend
Know before you go
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 40 travellers
- Operated by
- Green Visions Tours
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
- Vegetarian Meal available (Please provide this information when you book the tour)
How it compares in Ponta Delgada
- Its from-price is 21% below the median of the 75 day trips we list in Ponta Delgada.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- By number of reviews it ranks 6 of 75.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Ponta Delgada
Ponta Delgada is the main town of the Azores, on São Miguel island, with black-and-white streets, a harbour, and volcanic lakes and hot springs inland.
Ponta Delgada stands on the south coast of São Miguel, the largest island of the Azores, a Portuguese archipelago in the middle of the Atlantic. Its old centre is built of black volcanic stone and whitewashed walls, with the three-arched Portas da Cidade at the waterfront, the Church of São Sebastião and the Forte de São Brás. The Carlos Machado Museum holds natural history and art.
Top-ranked sights in Ponta Delgada: Sete Cidades, Arruda Pineapple Plantation, Pico do Carvão Viewpoint (Miradouro do Pico do Carvão).
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