Cave Tour in Terceira
Description
ATT: Algar do Carvão will be closed from Oct 19th 2024 to unkown date as of now, during this period we will be showing a hidden lava tube instead. On this tour you will visit Algar do Carvão which is classified as a Natural Monument, the Christmas cave, the smoke holes (furnas do enxofre).
Tour Options
Itinerary
It is a very extensive geological formation, resulting from the formation of a lava tube in the interior of the island, included in the Serra de Santa Bárbara and Mistérios Negros Natural Forest Reserve.
Furnas do Enxofre is located in the parish of Porto Judeu, in the Municipality of Angra do Heroísmo, on the island of Terceira, in the Azores. They constitute a fumarolic field, that is, an area that comprises several outlets of aggressive volcanic gases, at different temperatures, some quite high.
We will go into a lava tube that is not open for turism so it is all natural, very few people know where it is. you have the option to go in or not.
Highlights
What's included
Pickup Locations & Times
Will pick up anywhere as long as specified
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- * Algar do Carvão will be closed from Oct 19th 2024 to unknown date as of now
- During this period we will be showing a hidden lava tube instead. *
Reviews(47)
This was a wonderful experience. We were picked up from the hotel by our guide Bernardo in a jeep. It was just me, my husband, and my 5 year old daughter. Bernardo was very personable and a wealth of information. We learned so much about the island, its history, and its culture. We never felt rushed and he was so good with our daughter. The caves are a must see if you are visiting the island. He also gave us several recommendations for restaurants and places to go with our daughter during our stay on the island. Strongly recommend booking!
Thank you so much for your kind words, it is always a pleasure knowing we made your stay in Terceira a memorable one regards proislandtour team
Antonio was extremely knowledgeable about all thing Terciera. The history, flora, fauna and geological history. He was also fun, friendly and very accommodating. He offered to tailor the tour to whatever we wanted. The jeep was clean and comfortable. He picked us up exactly on time. We saw 2 volcano tubes, a volcano and sulfur pit (which is way more beautiful than it sounds). He also offered to reach out any time about anything terceira. I feel like we made a friend here.
Thank you very much, it was a lot of fun touring with you, and yes i also feel like i made new friends, anything you need from Terceira if i can help let me know best regards António
The different sites were each interesting in their own way. The “chimney” was beautiful. Beyond the caves, we learned about the history, culture, plant life, people, lifestyle, and more from our guide. We hadn’t even picked up the second family in our jeep and it already had felt like a full tour because of all that we learned from Bernardo. Bernardo was an outstanding tour guide. Not only was he constantly educating us and answering questions, he was clearly passionate about conservation and the caves. Great tour.
Thank you so much it is always so nice to read that we added something special to your visit to our beautiful island of Terceira Best regards Proislandtour team
Excellent tour. Guide was super knowledgeable and friendly. Good pace, enjoyable time and got to see a out of ordinary cave.
Thank you very much, very happy you enjoyed. Regards Antonio
Bernardo was a great guide! 2 of the caves have an entrance fee. Still great sites. Would def recommend
Thank you very much, it was our pleasure having you on tour best regards Proislandtour team
Fantastic tour. Guide was very knowledgeable. We were the only two people on the your so was like a vip tour. Visited a cave that is not normally open to the public do got to see an unspoilt cave
Thank you very much, it is always very nice to read that we made another customer happy best regards António
It was a great tour, even if the weather didn't play along. The sightseeing list included the Gruta do Natal, the Furnas do Enxofre fumarole field and an impromptu drive to a small lagoon. Algar do Carvão was unfortunately not a program item as it was still closed. Our guide had a lot to tell and we had a lot of fun.
Thank you so much it was a pleasure having you on tour Proislandtour team
Bernardo picked us up promptly from our VRBO and gave us several options on our itinerary as it was raining. We saw things and learned about the island in ways that I would not have learned had we not taken this tour. Disappointed that the highlight cave was closed but we knew that in advance of booking. Highly recommend the tour and Bernardo
Thank you so much for your kind words, we work everyday to better our service to make your experience with us a memorable one. regards Proislandtour team
We had a fantastic time. . Our guide was Amazing and so knowledgeable and very helpful along with fun!
Thank you so much Proislandtour team
An extremely interesting tour, Bernardo took us to some very evocative ‘secret’ caves. He was able to convey all his enthusiasm in explaining the island to us on a lovely afternoon (despite the adverse weather). Recommended!
Thank you very much Proislandtour team
