★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $152
You’ll descend into Faial’s restricted Caldeira with a certified guide such as Pedro or Luís, using poles and private transport. Expect a steep, narrow trail, scrambling, mud, and flooded ground, plus rare native forest and a flexible pace for your private group.
“A Caldeira is a remarkable natural phenomenon, difficult to capture in photographs and hard to describe adequately, at least for this first time visitor. It’s a window into the pre-ice age Azores and Europe more generally. It’s also one of those experiences that is not available unless you earn it. Our descent and return with Luís was remarkably rewarding. He tailored the experience to our interests, sharing his extensive knowledge of the natural history of the place, and his well-considered insights into the culture and history of Faial and the Azores. He has an appreciation and respect for the specialness of the place and the privilege of visiting it that…”
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