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Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste
Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste
Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste
Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste

Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste

By Azores Trails of Nature
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Free cancellation available
Price is CA $110 per adult
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  • Free cancellation available
  • 8h
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  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages
Overview

Uncover a hidden gem on this full-day 4x4 tour to Nordeste from Ponta Delgada. Despite being a lesser-known destination, many pleople consider Nordeste (North East) one of the island’s most beautiful spots and it is also the oldest part of the Island. Your guide will take you to some of the most scenic sights in Nordeste, such as the massive mountain range of Tronqueira and the waterfalls of Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park.

Activity location

  • Serra da Tronqueira
    • Nordeste, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Trilhos da Natureza, Lda
    • 9500-450, Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal

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Discover the unexplored beauty of the island by 4x4 tour - the Nordeste
  • Activity duration is 8 hours8h8h
  • English

Uncover a hidden gem on this full-day 4x4 tour to Nordeste from Ponta Delgada. Despite being a lesser-known destination, many pleople consider Nordeste (North East) one of the island’s most beautiful spots and it is also the oldest part of the Island. Your guide will take you to some of the most scenic sights in Nordeste, such as the massive mountain range of Tronqueira and the waterfalls of Ribeira dos Caldeirões Park.

Starting time: 9:00am
Price details
CA $110.06 x 1 AdultCA $110.06
Total
Price is CA $110.06
Until Fri, 3 May

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedProfessional guide
  • What's includedWhat's includedHotel/port pick up and drop off for hotels in Ponta Delgada city
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedFood and drinks
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedLunch
  • What's excludedWhat's excludedAll entrance fees

Know before you book

  • Public transport options are available nearby
  • Specialised infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Minimum of 2 people per tour is required
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Serra da Tronqueira
  • 25m
The Tronqueira mountain range is located on the eastern side, and contains dirt roads that cross the center-east from Nordeste to the municipality of Povoação (near the entrance to Faial da Terra). The viewpoint of Tronqueira offers an imposing view over Pico da Vara, the highest peak on the island with 1103 metres, and also over Pico Verde with 931 metres. This viewpoint is in the heart of the Azorean Bullfinch habitat, and around it, we can find the most important patch of Laurel Forest on the island. At certain times of the year, this endemic bird can even be seen there.
Parque Natural da Ribeira dos Caldeiroes
  • 30m
The Ribeira dos Caldeirões Natural Park is an Azorean protected area, located along the Ribeira dos Caldeirões watercourse, in the civil parish of Achada, municipality of Nordeste. This natural park is located on the slopes of Serra da Tronqueira and occupies part of the course of Ribeira do Guilherme.
Miradouro da Ponta do Sossego
  • 30m
The viewpoint of Ponta do Sossego is located in Lomba da Pedreira, a little further from Ponta da Madrugada, offers a superb view of the coast, but here the gardens are the paradise. The diversity of flowers and, which are always well maintained throughout the year, make this place the largest garden in the municipality of the Nordeste. The view over the sea is absolutely magnificent, and from where you can see Fajã do Araújo and Praia do Lombo Gordo. At Ponta do Sossego's viewpoint it is a tradition for families to gather together for a weekend picnic outdoors.
Miradouro do Salto do Cavalo
  • 15m
The Salto do Cavalo viewpoint closes the itinerary of northeastern viewpoints. In the parish of Salga, even at the extreme of the county, Salto do Cavalo you get a sumptuous view over the Furnas Valley, as well as the north and south coast of the island.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESSerra da Tronqueira
    • Nordeste, Portugal

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLETrilhos da Natureza, Lda
    • 9500-450, Ponta Delgada, Açores, Portugal

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