Private Caves Tour with a Geologist
- 5 hours
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 2 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Visits to Algar do Carvão may be limited due to visitor center works Open (14:00 - 18:00 summer/ 14:30 - 17:30 winter). October to April close Sunday, Monday and Thursday. Have you ever imagined yourself inside a volcano? In this tour, guided by a geologist, we will visit Gruta do Natal (Christmas Cave) and Algar do Carvão. From here in the center of the island, depending on the weather we can choose to taste our famous local cheese while learning some of the region’s history or take a dip in one of our natural ocean pools along the way, bring a towel and a swimsuit. The experience is a fully customizable private tour custom-made according to your personal needs and wishes.
Inclusions
What's included
- Private transportation
- Hotel Pick up and drop off
- Geologist expert guide
What's not
- Snacks
- Infant's car seats
- Entrance Fee to Gruta do Natal - €9.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
- Entrance Fee to Algar do Carvão - €10.00 (combo ticket €15.00 per person)
Itinerary
Lava tube, the cave spreads horizontally where you one can see small detailed lava forms. Some low ceiling areas that require care, so not recommended for those with mobility issues.
Ground steaming area with sulfur vents, there is a small circular walking path to best view the unique flora and geology of the area.
Volcanic chimney, the cave spreads mostly vertically. One can appreciate the monumental wide rooms.
Rocky beach area from where you can see the southwest coast and, if the weather allows, São Jorge and Pico Islands.
Important Note- The remaining (Hours) will be allotted for the travel time from pick up until drop off.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- We will meet at "Praça velha", main square, just in front of the city hall main door.
- Pickup
- Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the starting point.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Ricardo
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
How it compares in Terceira
- Its from-price is 41% below the median of the 40 day trips we list in Terceira.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 16 of 40.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Terceira
Terceira is a volcanic island in the Azores, with the World Heritage town of Angra do Heroísmo, a lava-tube cave and fields bounded by stone walls.
Terceira lies in the central group of the Azores, an island of green pasture divided by black basalt walls. Angra do Heroísmo, the main town on the south coast, was once an important Atlantic port, and its old centre of pastel houses and churches is a UNESCO site. A fortress crowns Monte Brasil, the volcanic peninsula at its edge. Praia da Vitória, on the east coast, has the island's main sandy beach.
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